Train from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach on 4 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Train Station
Solana Beach, CACheapest
AmtrakTrain
Train Station
Solana Beach, CAFastest
AmtrakTrain
Train Station
Solana Beach, CANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Train Station
Solana Beach, CANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Train Station
Solana Beach, CANo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Solana Beach. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
7h 20mAverage duration
170 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£39 - £39Average duration7h 20m
7kg CO₂e
Average price£36 - £255Average duration5h 34m
25kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach?

    The cheapest train tickets from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach start from £36. The average price for this train route is around £36. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach?

    The average train journey time from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach is 5h 34m, covering a distance of 170 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 22m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Santa Barbara to Solana Beach route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach?

    The earliest train from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach departs at 06:53. And the latest train departs at 18:57.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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01/12
£34
02/12
£34
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£34
04/12
£34
05/12
£34
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£34
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £34

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £34 to £246 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £34, which is on 2025-12-04.

What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Santa Barbara and Solana Beach is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £36 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £36. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Solana Beach, choose the train, as it will take you from Santa Barbara to Solana Beach in about 5h 34m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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