The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA to Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
5 h 19 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA to Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA to Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 9 trains that leave Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA for Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA on Thu, May 07, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 274 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 19 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 5 h 42 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
774 Pacific Surfliner8:49 AM5h33Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA2:22 PMSolana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA$491One-way0 transfers
770 Pacific Surfliner6:53 AM5h29Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA12:22 PMSolana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA$491One-way0 transfers
794 Pacific Surfliner7:00 PM5h19Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA12:19 AMSolana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA$491One-way0 transfers
786 Pacific Surfliner2:57 PM5h25Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA8:22 PMSolana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA$491One-way0 transfers
790 Pacific Surfliner4:40 PM5h42Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA10:22 PMSolana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA$491One-way0 transfers
794 Pacific Surfliner7:00 PM5h19Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA12:19 AMSolana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA$491One-way0 transfers
786 Pacific Surfliner2:57 PM5h25Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA8:22 PMSolana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA$491One-way0 transfers
770 Pacific Surfliner6:53 AM5h29Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA12:22 PMSolana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA$491One-way0 transfers
774 Pacific Surfliner8:49 AM5h33Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA2:22 PMSolana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA$491One-way0 transfers
790 Pacific Surfliner4:40 PM5h42Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA10:22 PMSolana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA$491One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA to Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA to Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $288.
Distance: 170 miles (274 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$49 Average price Cheapest | $288 Average price | $61 Average price | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA to Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA:
A train is $12 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA to Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA costing on average $61 (€49).
A train is $239 (€191) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA to Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA costing on average $288 (€230).
Other travel options to Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 58m.
Bus takes on average 7h 30m.
Tickets start at around $49 (€39) compared to roughly $48 (€39) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-0.51 (€-0.41). The journey takes 5h 35m versus 3h 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA to Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA to Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
14 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 12:21 PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 11h58 | 12:19 AM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1 transfer | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 12:40 PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 5h42 | 6:22 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
786 Pacific Surfliner | 2:57 PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 5h25 | 8:22 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 4:40 PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 5h42 | 10:22 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
11 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 6:19 PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 6h00 | 12:19 AM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1 transfer | |
11 Coast Starlight · 5818 AMTRAK | 6:19 PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 10h51 | 5:10 AM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1 transfer | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 7:00 PM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 5h19 | 12:19 AM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
770 Pacific Surfliner | 6:53 AM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 5h29 | 12:22 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 8:49 AM Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA | 5h33 | 2:22 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA to Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA
Trains from Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA to Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 170 miles (274 km) distance in 5h 29m.
Distance 170 miles (274 km) |
Average train duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€38) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 5h 29m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Amtrak from Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA to Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA and Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA from $48 (€38). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA to Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA to Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Barbara Station, Santa Barbara, CA to Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- The Lark
- Santo Mezcal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Hotel Californian
- Harbor View Inn
- Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolley: Downtown Waterfront Shuttle
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with both short-term and long-term options.
- Pizza Port Solana Beach
- The Fish Market
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Solana Beach-Del Mar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1: northbound trains
- Platform 2: southbound trains
- Bus: North County Transit District (NCTD) Breeze buses
- Train: Amtrak Pacific Surfliner
- COASTER commuter trains
