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Compare train and bus 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 $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 62 miles (101 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA:
A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Santa Ana, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 23m.
Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $14 (€12) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.16 (€-9.09). The journey takes 1h 21m versus 1h 16m 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
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, Saturday, June 6. 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 | |
![]() | 8:40 AM Solana Beach, CA | 1h19 | 9:59 AM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:40 AM Solana Beach, CA | 1h19 | 11:59 AM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:40 PM Solana Beach, CA | 1h19 | 1:59 PM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:42 PM Solana Beach, CA | 1h17 | 2:59 PM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:40 PM Solana Beach, CA | 1h22 | 4:02 PM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:40 PM Solana Beach, CA | 1h22 | 6:02 PM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Trains from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (101 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 62 miles (101 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€21) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 11:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 $17 (€14). 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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