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

The cheapest way to get from Solana Beach to Malibu is to train and line 33 bus which costs $16 - $26 and takes 7h 23m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Solana Beach and Malibu?

No, there is no direct bus from Solana Beach station to Malibu. However, there are services departing from Solana Beach Amtrak Station and arriving at Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via Patsaouras Transit Plaza and 5th / Colorado. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Solana Beach and Malibu?

No, there is no direct train from Solana Beach station to Malibu station. However, there are services departing from Solana Beach Amtrak Station and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines and 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Solana Beach to Malibu?

The distance between Solana Beach and Malibu is 132 miles. The road distance is 124.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solana Beach to Malibu without a car is to train and tram which takes 4h 29m and costs $35 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Solana Beach to Malibu, including transfers.

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

Solana Beach to Malibu bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

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

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

Where does the Solana Beach to Malibu bus arrive?

Solana Beach to Malibu bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Where does the Solana Beach to Malibu train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Solana Beach to Malibu?

Yes, the driving distance between Solana Beach to Malibu is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Solana Beach to Malibu.

Where can I stay near Malibu?

There are 238+ hotels available in Malibu.

Solana Beach to Malibu - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and line 33 bus

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

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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 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
4h 29m
$38–72
Train, line 33 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oceanside to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
7h 23m
$16–26
Bus, line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
6h 12m
$39–55
Drive 123.9 mi
1. Drive from Solana Beach to Malibucar 123.9 mi
2h 22m
$23–33

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

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4h 29mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 131.5 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza, 5th / Santa Monica, and 5th / Colorado in around 6h 12m.

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