How much is the train ticket from Solana Beach to Los Angeles?

The cheapest train tickets from Solana Beach to Los Angeles start from R 576. The average price for this train route is around R 576. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Solana Beach to Los Angeles?

The average train journey time from Solana Beach to Los Angeles is 2h 17m, covering a distance of 164 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 12m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Solana Beach to Los Angeles route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 15 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Solana Beach to Los Angeles?

The earliest train from Solana Beach to Los Angeles departs at 04:40. And the latest train departs at 21:40.

Train Solana Beach to Los Angeles from R 537 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Solana Beach to Los Angeles on 12 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
04:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 17m	06:57	Union Station	Cheapest
08:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 12m	10:52	Union Station	Fastest
16:40	Solana Beach, CA	5h 5m	21:45	UCLA	No tags
16:40	Solana Beach, CA	5h 5m	21:45	UCLA	No tags
04:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 17m	06:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Solana Beach to Los Angeles on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
04:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 17m	06:57	Union Station	Cheapest
08:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 12m	10:52	Union Station	Fastest
16:40	Solana Beach, CA	5h 5m	21:45	UCLA	No tags
16:40	Solana Beach, CA	5h 5m	21:45	UCLA	No tags
04:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 17m	06:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Solana Beach to Los Angeles on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
04:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 17m	06:57	Union Station	Cheapest
08:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 12m	10:52	Union Station	Fastest
16:40	Solana Beach, CA	5h 5m	21:45	UCLA	No tags
16:40	Solana Beach, CA	5h 5m	21:45	UCLA	No tags
04:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 17m	06:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Solana Beach to Los Angeles on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
04:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 17m	06:57	Union Station	Cheapest
08:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 12m	10:52	Union Station	Fastest
16:40	Solana Beach, CA	5h 5m	21:45	UCLA	No tags
16:40	Solana Beach, CA	5h 5m	21:45	UCLA	No tags
04:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 17m	06:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Solana Beach to Los Angeles on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
04:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 17m	06:57	Union Station	Cheapest
08:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 12m	10:52	Union Station	Fastest
16:40	Solana Beach, CA	5h 5m	21:45	UCLA	No tags
16:40	Solana Beach, CA	5h 5m	21:45	UCLA	No tags
04:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 17m	06:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Solana Beach to Los Angeles on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
04:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 17m	06:57	Union Station	Cheapest
08:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 12m	10:52	Union Station	Fastest
16:40	Solana Beach, CA	5h 5m	21:45	UCLA	No tags
16:40	Solana Beach, CA	5h 5m	21:45	UCLA	No tags
04:40	Solana Beach, CA	2h 17m	06:57	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: 12/04/2025 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Solana Beach to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just R 576, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15train per day

2h 17mAverage duration

164 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 398 - R 398	Average duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 576 - R 791	Average duration2h 17m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 576

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Solana Beach to Los Angeles, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Solana Beach to Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from Solana Beach to Los Angeles start from R 576. The average price for this train route is around R 576. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Solana Beach to Los Angeles?
The average train journey time from Solana Beach to Los Angeles is 2h 17m, covering a distance of 164 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 12m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Solana Beach to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 15 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Solana Beach to Los Angeles?
The earliest train from Solana Beach to Los Angeles departs at 04:40. And the latest train departs at 21:40.

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

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The cheapest trip from Solana Beach to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 537

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

You can expect to pay from R 537 to R 1 055 for a train ticket from Solana Beach to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 537, which is on 2025-12-12.