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

The cheapest way to get from Solana Beach to Long Beach is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solana Beach to Long Beach is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Solana Beach and Long Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Solana Beach to Long Beach. However, there are services departing from Hwy 101 & Dahlia Dr and arriving at Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallery via San Diego. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Solana Beach and Long Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Solana Beach station to Long Beach station. However, there are services departing from Solana Beach Amtrak Station and arriving at 1st Street Station via Union Station - Metro A-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Solana Beach to Long Beach?

The distance between Solana Beach and Long Beach is 125 miles. The road distance is 85.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solana Beach to Long Beach without a car is to train and tram which takes 3h 27m and costs $35 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Solana Beach to Long Beach, including transfers.

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

Solana Beach to Long Beach bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Hwy 101 & Dahlia Dr station.

Where do I catch the Solana Beach to Long Beach train from?

Solana Beach to Long Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Solana Beach to Long Beach bus arrive?

Solana Beach to Long Beach bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Gilman Dr & Myers Dr station.

Where does the Solana Beach to Long Beach train arrive?

Solana Beach to Long Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Solana Beach to Long Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Solana Beach to Long Beach is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Solana Beach to Long Beach.

Where can I stay near Long Beach?

There are 755+ hotels available in Long Beach.

Solana Beach to Long Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 101 bus

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

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to 1st Street Stationtram Metro A Line
3h 27m
$35–68
Line 101 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & Dahlia Dr to Gilman Dr & Myers Drbus 101
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallerybus FlixBus 2006 / ...
3h 40m
$16–30
Drive 85 mi
1. Drive from Solana Beach to Long Beachcar 85 mi
1h 37m
$16–23
Line 101 bus, bus via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8
1. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & Dahlia Dr to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transportation Center to Long Beach Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0831
3h 59m
$18–28

Solana Beach to Long Beach by train and tram

91Weekly Services

3h 27mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 124.4 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Hwy 101 & Dahlia Dr to Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallery via Gilman Dr & Myers Dr, UCSD Central Campus Station, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, and San Diego in around 3h 40m.

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