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Solana Beach to San Diego Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Solana Beach to San Diego?
There are usually 8 daily train trips available from Solana Beach to San Diego.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$34.00 | Avg. Price$13.00 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips26 | Daily Trips8 |
Duration | Duration1h 10m | Duration0h 36m |
Bus from Solana Beach to San Diego: Journey Information
There are 30 intercity buses per day from Solana Beach to San Diego. Traveling by bus from Solana Beach to San Diego usually takes around one hour and 10 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway bus can make the trip in 25 minutes.
| Distance | 20 mi (32 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $6.00 |
| Trips per day | 30 |
| Most frequent service | ExpressOne Shuttles |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Solana Beach to San Diego?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Solana Beach to San Diego 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 30m | $6.50 |
| ExpressOne Shuttles | 30 | 1h 10m | $34.00 |
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 Solana Beach to San Diego start at $6. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Book ExpressOne Shuttles from Solana Beach to San Diego from $33. There are 30 trips per day offered by ExpressOne Shuttles from Solana Beach to San Diego and you can expect on average to pay for a ExpressOne Shuttles ticket to San Diego. In Solana Beach, ExpressOne Shuttles departs to San Diego from Solana Bch South Hwy 101 . In San Diego, ExpressOne Shuttles arrives at San Ysidro Department of Homeland Security and one other station.
An average trip on ExpressOne Shuttles from Solana Beach to San Diego takes 1 hours and 10 minutes , while the fastest available ExpressOne Shuttles trip will get you to San Diego in 0 hours and 25 minutes .
On weekends, ExpressOne Shuttles offers 30 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to San Diego.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Solana Beach to San Diego
The bus takes an average of one hour and 10 minutes to cover the 20 miles from Solana Beach to San Diego. However, the fastest bus only takes 25 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Solana Beach to San Diego, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 30 scheduled buses that travel from Solana Beach to San Diego 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 Solana Beach to San Diego without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Solana Beach to San Diego; ticket prices start at $6.00.
City Information
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.
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Solana Beach?
Main departure station: Solana Bch South Hwy 101
Solana Beach has two bus stations with service to San Diego.
All bus stations in Solana Beach:
Solana Bch South Hwy 101
105 N Cedros Ave - Solana Beach Transit Ctr
Where does the bus arrive in San Diego?
Main arrival station: San Diego Broadway
Buses arrive in San Diego at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in San Diego:
San Diego Broadway
San Ysidro Department of Homeland Security
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
4005 Taylor St
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