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Compare train and bus for Solana Beach, CA to Tustin, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Solana Beach, CA to Tustin, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a bus costs an average of $23.
Distance: 60 miles (98 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Solana Beach, CA to Tustin, CA:
A train is $12 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Solana Beach, CA to Tustin, CA costing on average $34 (€28).
Other travel options to Tustin, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 45m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 10m by train vs 1h 12m by car). Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $14 (€12) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Solana Beach, CA to Tustin, CA by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Solana Beach, CA to Tustin, CA
Trains from Solana Beach, CA to Tustin, CA run on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 34 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 34 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 11:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Solana Beach, CA to Tustin, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Solana Beach, CA and Tustin, CA from $22 (€18). 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 Tustin, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Solana Beach, CA to Tustin, 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 Tustin, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Solana Beach, CA to Tustin, CA
Most Solana Beach, CA to Tustin, CA trains use the Solana Beach Station to Irvine Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Solana Beach, CA and Tustin, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Solana Beach, CA station do trains to Tustin, CA leave from?
Getting to Solana Beach Station from Solana Beach city centre
Solana Beach Station train station facilities and services
Solana Beach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pizza Port Solana Beach, The Fish Market
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Solana Beach Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Solana Beach Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Solana Beach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Solana Beach Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Solana Beach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Solana Beach-Del Mar.
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