The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 14 trains that leave Los Angeles, CA for Solana Beach, CA every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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.
588 Pacific Surfliner19:102h12Union Station, Los Angeles, CA21:22Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA£261One-way0 changes
564 Pacific Surfliner7:102h12Union Station, Los Angeles, CA9:22Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA£261One-way0 changes
794 Pacific Surfliner22:102h09Union Station, Los Angeles, CA0:19Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA£261One-way0 changes
586 Pacific Surfliner18:102h12Union Station, Los Angeles, CA20:22Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA£261One-way0 changes
790 Pacific Surfliner20:102h12Union Station, Los Angeles, CA22:22Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA£261One-way0 changes
794 Pacific Surfliner22:102h09Union Station, Los Angeles, CA0:19Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA£261One-way0 changes
562 Pacific Surfliner6:102h09Union Station, Los Angeles, CA8:19Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA£261One-way0 changes
588 Pacific Surfliner19:102h12Union Station, Los Angeles, CA21:22Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA£261One-way0 changes
564 Pacific Surfliner7:102h12Union Station, Los Angeles, CA9:22Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA£261One-way0 changes
586 Pacific Surfliner18:102h12Union Station, Los Angeles, CA20:22Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, and a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 148 km
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2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA trains for today, Sunday 12 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
562 Pacific Surfliner | 13:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h09 | 15:19 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
564 Pacific Surfliner | 14:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 16:22 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
566 Pacific Surfliner | 15:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 17:22 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
14 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 16:51 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 14h28 | 7:19 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 1 change | |
770 Pacific Surfliner | 17:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 19:22 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
572 Pacific Surfliner | 18:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 20:22 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
774 Pacific Surfliner | 19:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 21:22 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
580 Pacific Surfliner | 22:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 0:22 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
782 Pacific Surfliner | 23:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 1:22 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 13 April | |||||
584 Pacific Surfliner | 0:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 2:22 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
586 Pacific Surfliner | 1:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 3:22 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
588 Pacific Surfliner | 2:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 4:22 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
790 Pacific Surfliner | 3:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 5:22 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
794 Pacific Surfliner | 5:10 Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h09 | 7:19 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 22:40 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Solana Beach, CA from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to 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, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Los Angeles, CA and Solana Beach, CA
- 4:30 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Vignes Street and Cesar Chavez Avenue.
- Traxx Restaurant
- Union Station Cafe
- Philippe The Original
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $1
- DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown
- Miyako Hotel Los Angeles
- Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
- Cost $10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metrolink
- Hall 2: Metro Rail connections
- Hall 3: Bus terminal
- Metro: Red Line, Purple Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including DASH and Metro Bus
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Orange Line
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with platforms for Metrolink and Amtrak services.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metrolink: Ventura County Line
- 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
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