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San Diego to Solana Beach Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from San Diego to Solana Beach?
There are usually 24 daily train trips available from San Diego to Solana Beach.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$32.83 | Avg. Price$12.98 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips13 | Daily Trips24 |
Duration | Duration1h 9m | Duration0h 33m |
Bus from San Diego to Solana Beach: Journey Information
There are 28 intercity buses per day from San Diego to Solana Beach. Traveling by bus from San Diego to Solana Beach usually takes around one hour and 10 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway bus can make the trip in 40 minutes.
| Distance | 20 mi (32 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $6.00 |
| Trips per day | 28 |
| Most frequent service | ExpressOne Shuttles |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from San Diego to Solana Beach?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from San Diego to Solana Beach that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, ExpressOne Shuttles usually offers more choice, with 30 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 0h 40m | $6.00 |
| ExpressOne Shuttles | 30 | 1h 10m | $33.00 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from San Diego to Solana Beach start at $6. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Book ExpressOne Shuttles from San Diego to Solana Beach from $33. There are 30 trips per day offered by ExpressOne Shuttles from San Diego to Solana Beach and you can expect on average to pay for a ExpressOne Shuttles ticket to Solana Beach. In San Diego, ExpressOne Shuttles departs to Solana Beach from San Diego Broadway and one other station. In Solana Beach, ExpressOne Shuttles arrives at Solana Bch South Hwy 101 .
An average trip on ExpressOne Shuttles from San Diego to Solana Beach takes 1 hours and 10 minutes , while the fastest available ExpressOne Shuttles trip will get you to Solana Beach in 0 hours and 40 minutes .
On weekends, ExpressOne Shuttles offers 30 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Solana Beach.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from San Diego to Solana Beach
The bus takes an average of one hour and 10 minutes to cover the 20 miles from San Diego to Solana Beach. However, the fastest bus only takes 40 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Solana Beach at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Diego to Solana Beach, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 28 scheduled buses that travel from San Diego to Solana Beach every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from San Diego to Solana Beach without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Diego to Solana Beach; ticket prices start at $6.00.
City Information
San Diego
San Diego is known as "America's Finest City" for its sunny weather, white-sand beaches, and dazzling attractions from Belmont Park to SeaWorld. San Diego's 70 miles of pristine beaches include such gems as Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla Cove, and Coronado Beach. The city's strong surfing culture may even inspire you to rent a surfboard and catch the epic waves, bro.
Visitors can spend days getting lost in Balboa Park, a 1,200-acre cultural hub which features 16 museums, immaculate gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The historic heart of the city, Old Town, showcases San Diego's heritage and ties to Mexican culture, while other sights like the USS Midway pay tribute to the city's military and maritime history. Leave time for some evening exploring, too! San Diego is rated the #1 best city for craft beer in America, so don't miss out on the bars in the Gaslamp Quarter: 16 walkable blocks packed with nightlife and young crowds.
Two airports, as well as many bus and train options, mean it is easy to get to San Diego from afar or from nearby cities like Tijuana, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in San Diego?
Main departure station: San Diego Broadway
Buses to Solana Beach leave from 3 stations in San Diego.
All bus stations in San Diego:
San Diego Broadway
San Ysidro Department of Homeland Security
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
Where does the bus arrive in Solana Beach?
Main arrival station: Solana Bch South Hwy 101
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Solana Beach.
All bus stations in Solana Beach:
Solana Bch South Hwy 101
105 N Cedros Ave - Solana Beach Transit Ctr
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