What is the cheapest way to get from Malibu to Solana Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Malibu to Solana Beach is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Malibu to Solana Beach?

The fastest way to get from Malibu to Solana Beach is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Malibu and Solana Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Malibu to Solana Beach station. However, there are services departing from Civic Center / Webb and arriving at Solana Beach Amtrak Station via 5th / Santa Monica and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Malibu to Solana Beach?

The distance between Malibu and Solana Beach is 135 miles. The road distance is 124.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Malibu to Solana Beach without a car is to line 134 bus and tram and train which takes 4h 53m and costs $35 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Malibu to Solana Beach?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Malibu to Solana Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malibu to Solana Beach bus from?

Malibu to Solana Beach bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 5th / Santa Monica station.

Where does the Malibu to Solana Beach bus arrive?

Malibu to Solana Beach bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station.

Can I drive from Malibu to Solana Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Malibu to Solana Beach is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Malibu to Solana Beach.

Where can I stay near Solana Beach?

There are 571+ hotels available in Solana Beach.

Malibu to Solana Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, line 134 bus, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Malibu to Solana Beach by bus, tram, train, bus (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Line 134 bus, tram, train
best
1. Take the bus from Civic Center / Webb to 5th / Coloradobus 134
2. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Linestram
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain
4h 53m
$36–76
Drive 123.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Malibu to Solana Beachcar 123.5 mi
2h 21m
$23–33
Line 33 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Cesar E Chavez / Alamedabus 33
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h
$38–59
Bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus FlixBus 2017
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & Plaza Stbus 101
6h 52m
$23–38

Malibu to Solana Beach by bus, tram, subway, and train

91Weekly Services

4h 53mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 133.9 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Malibu, CA, USA and Solana Beach, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Civic Center / Webb to Solana Beach Amtrak Station via Santa Monica / 4th, 5th / Santa Monica, Cesar E Chavez / Alameda, and Los Angeles in around 6h.

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