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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Old Town San Diego | Solana Beach, CA | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Solana Beach, CA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Solana Beach, CA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Solana Beach, CA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Solana Beach, CA | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Solana Beach
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Solana Beach. The journey takes about 31 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5638 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $14
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Solana Beach by train
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How much is the train ticket from San Diego to Solana Beach?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Solana Beach start from $14. The average price for this train route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Diego to Solana Beach?
The average train ride duration from San Diego to Solana Beach is 31m, covering a distance of 18 miles (28 km). The quickest train can get you there in 29m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Diego to Solana Beach route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 21 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Diego to Solana Beach?
The earliest train departs from San Diego to Solana Beach at 4:01am. And the latest train departs at 9:10pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Solana Beach was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Solana Beach, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $12 to $24 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Solana Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-12-12.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Solana Beach?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Diego, CA, US 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 $14 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $14. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Solana Beach, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Solana Beach in about 31m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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