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Compare bus and train for Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 62 miles (101 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€21 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA trains for today, Tuesday, January 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:40 AM Solana Beach, CA | 1h19 | 5:59 AM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:40 AM Solana Beach, CA | 1h19 | 7:59 AM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Solana Beach to Santa Ana trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Solana Beach to Santa Ana. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Amtrak?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Amtrak with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Solana Beach to Santa Ana.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Amtrak tickets can only be bought on Omio or Amtrak's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Amtrak tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Solana Beach to Santa Ana.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA start from as low as $26 (€21) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $26 (€21) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 9 daily trains from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA with 8 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 19m but the average duration is 1h 20m
Train Operators
- Travel from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA with Amtrak
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Amtrak.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA and arrive in Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA
- First train typically departs at 04:40 AM and the last at 11:01 PM
Distance 62 miles (101 km) |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 23:01 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Solana Beach, CA and Santa Ana, CA from $25 (€20). 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 Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available with several spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
- The Olde Ship British Pub & Restaurant
- Chapter One: the modern local
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Santa Ana
- Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana
- Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange County Airport
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and Metrolink services
- Bus: OCTA routes 53, 83, 206
- Train: Amtrak Pacific Surfliner, Metrolink Orange County Line
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