What is the cheapest way to get from Balboa Park to Solana Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Balboa Park to Solana Beach is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balboa Park to Solana Beach?

The fastest way to get from Balboa Park to Solana Beach is to drive which takes 25 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Balboa Park and Solana Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Balboa Park to Solana Beach station. However, there are services departing from Park Bl & Zoo Pl and arriving at Solana Beach Amtrak Station via San Diego. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Balboa Park to Solana Beach?

The distance between Balboa Park and Solana Beach is 25 miles. The road distance is 21.7 miles.

How do I travel from Balboa Park to Solana Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Balboa Park to Solana Beach without a car is to line 215 bus and bus which takes 1h 52m and costs $9 - $16.

How long does it take to get from Balboa Park to Solana Beach?

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Balboa Park to Solana Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balboa Park to Solana Beach bus from?

Balboa Park to Solana Beach bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Park Bl & Zoo Pl station.

Where does the Balboa Park to Solana Beach bus arrive?

Balboa Park to Solana Beach bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at India St & C St station.

Can I drive from Balboa Park to Solana Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Balboa Park to Solana Beach is 22 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Balboa Park to Solana Beach.

Where can I stay near Solana Beach?

There are 555+ hotels available in Solana Beach.

Balboa Park to Solana Beach - 5 ways to travel via train, line 215 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Balboa Park to Solana Beach by bus (Amtrak), bus, train, car, taxi, or tram

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Line 215 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Park Bl & Zoo Pl to India St & C Stbus 215
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
1h 52m
$10–16
Drive 21.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balboa Park to Solana Beachcar 21.5 mi
25 min
$4–6
Line 215 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Park Bl & Zoo Pl to India St & C Stbus 215
2. Take the train from San Diego to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
1h 56m
$10–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balboa Park to Solana Beachtaxi 21.5 mi
25 min
$95–120
Tram, line 101 bus
1. Take the tram from City College Station to UTC Stationtram Blue
2. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Hwy 101 & Dahlia Drbus 101
2h 20m
$6–25

Balboa Park to Solana Beach by foot and bus

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1h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 25.2 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Balboa Park, San Diego County, CA, USA and Solana Beach, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Balboa Park to Solana Beach Amtrak Station via Park Bl & Zoo Pl, India St & C St, and San Diego in around 1h 52m.

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