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How to get to Solana Beach by train
| Routes | 29 |
| Trips per day | 181 |
| train lines | 2 |
| Stations | 1 |
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About Solana Beach
Solana Beach is a small coastal city in San Diego. Its name directly translates to 'warm wind' due to its sunny position by the beach. Some of the best activities in the city involve the sunny coast, like visiting Fletcher Cove Beach Park or going to Seascape Surf Park. You can also enjoy snorkeling, surfing, and fishing trips out on the Pacific. The area is well-known for its classic Californian hiking, with trails such as Annie's Canyon and the Coastal Rails Trail. When you've worked up an appetite, head to the famous Fish Market, which serves fresh-caught Californian seafood.
For air travel, the San Diego Airport is the closest. The city is also on Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner route, which runs from Los Angeles, Fullerton, and Santa Ana to Solana Beach. If you'd prefer to take the bus, the Amtrak Thruway also operates in Solana Beach to connect from nearby cities like Los Angeles, Bakersfield, and Santa Barbara.
What train companies travel to Solana Beach, California?
Located in California, Solana Beach is accessible by train from 29 other cities. You can choose from 181 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Solana Beach on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Coach tickets to Solana Beach are also available..
Train companies serving Solana Beach
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 111 | 3h 19m | €32.13 |
| Amtrak Pacific Surfliner | 20 | 1h 50m | €24.67 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Pacific Surfliner is Amtrak’s passenger train service that runs along the Pacific coast of Southern California, connecting San Luis Obispo to the north with San Diego to the south. The line is among the most famous Amtrak routes due to the unique scenic views it presents, as the train parallels the coastline for large portions of the 268-mile railroad stretch. The Pacific Surfliner offers first-class amenities like onboard restrooms, free WiFi, seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as storage racks for surfboards.
Which train carrier has the best service to Solana Beach?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Solana Beach by train with Amtrak Pacific Surfliner giving them a 4.3 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak had the most comfortable train service to Solana Beach taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak offers. They rate Amtrak a 4.3 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Solana Beach punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Pacific Surfliner has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Solana Beach, rating them a 4.5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Solana Beach is 105 N Cedros Ave - Solana Beach Transit Ctr. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Solana Beach.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 2h 47m | €31.47 |
| Fullerton | 1h 39m | €24.46 |
| Irvine | 1h 8m | €18.76 |
| San Diego | 0h 34m | €12.35 |
| Anaheim | 1h 31m | €22.59 |
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