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Los Angeles - Solvang Train Schedule

Bus
Train
Amtrak
  1. Sun,
  2. Mon,
  3. Tue,
  4. Wed,
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  6. Fri,
  7. Sat
9:13 AM
Los AngelesUnion Station
12:45 PM
Solvang1630 Mission Dr
from $34.00
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Train
Amtrak
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  2. Mon,
  3. Tue,
  4. Wed,
  5. Thu,
  6. Fri,
  7. Sat
9:44 AM
Los AngelesAmtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
12:45 PM
Solvang1630 Mission Dr
from $30.00
Bus
Train
Amtrak
  1. Sun,
  2. Mon,
  3. Tue,
  4. Wed,
  5. Thu,
  6. Fri,
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9:59 AM
Los Angeles10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
12:45 PM
Solvang1630 Mission Dr
from $28.00
Bus
Train
Amtrak
  1. Sun,
  2. Mon,
  3. Tue,
  4. Wed,
  5. Thu,
  6. Fri,
  7. Sat
11:13 AM
Los AngelesUnion Station
2:45 PM
Solvang1630 Mission Dr
from $34.00
Bus
Train
Amtrak
  1. Sun,
  2. Mon,
  3. Tue,
  4. Wed,
  5. Thu,
  6. Fri,
  7. Sat
11:44 AM
Los AngelesAmtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
2:45 PM
Solvang1630 Mission Dr
from $30.00

Trip Summary

3 trains operate daily from Los Angeles to Solvang. The train trip from Los Angeles to Solvang is usually about 3 hours and 8 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 46 minutes.

Distance114 mi (184 km)
Fastest train2h 46m
Lowest price$28.00
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
Train lines1

What is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Solvang?

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Solvang was $30.65. Compared to most train fares, this is an excellent price. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 19 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $0.02 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average prices by travel date

$45$30$15AprMay

The average daily price of train tickets from Los Angeles to Solvang is expected to stay consistent at around $31 in the upcoming month.

Monthly avg. prices

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Mark your calendar for April if you want to score the cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Solvang. You’ll find the best deals during this time of year, when tickets cost an average of $33. If you're planning a trip from Los Angeles to Solvang during October, bear in mind that ticket prices are usually higher during this month. Expect to pay about $36 for your train ticket, unless you book well in advance and find an even better deal.

Prices as travel date approaches

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By booking your train trip from Los Angeles to Solvang on Wanderu at least 19 days ahead of time, you can save about $0.02 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Los Angeles to Solvang?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Los Angeles to Solvang. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak33h 9m$30.67

  • 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. On average, there are 3 Amtrak trains from Los Angeles to Solvang every day, as well as 9 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $28.

Frequently Asked Questions

While the train is the main method of transportation from Los Angeles to Solvang, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.
The distance between Los Angeles and Solvang is approximately 114 miles, or 184 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 8 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 46 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Los Angeles to Solvang. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Los Angeles at 9:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Solvang to Los Angeles.

City Information

Los Angeles

Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.

The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.

With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Los Angeles?

Main departure station: Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd

Los Angeles has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Solvang.

All train stations in Los Angeles:

  • Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd

  • Union Station

  • 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth

Where is the train station in Solvang?

Main arrival station: 1630 Mission Dr

Solvang has one train station.

All train stations in Solvang:

  • 1630 Mission Dr

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