What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Solvang?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Solvang is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Solvang?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Solvang is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Solvang?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Solvang. However, there are services departing from 2nd / Broadway and arriving at Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop via Los Angeles Union Station and Santa Barbara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Solvang?

The distance between Santa Monica and Solvang is 168 miles. The road distance is 117.8 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Monica to Solvang without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Solvang without a car is to line 33 bus and bus which takes 6h 28m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Solvang?

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Santa Monica to Solvang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Solvang bus from?

Santa Monica to Solvang bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 2nd / Broadway station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Solvang bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Solvang bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Patsaouras Transit Plaza station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Solvang?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Solvang is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Santa Monica to Solvang.

Where can I stay near Solvang?

There are 63+ hotels available in Solvang.

Santa Monica to Solvang - 3 ways to travel via train, line 33 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Santa Monica to Solvang by bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), car, bus, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 33 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from 2nd / Broadway to Patsaouras Transit Plazabus 33
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Solvang Amtrak Bus Stopbus
6h 28m
Drive 117.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Monica to Solvangcar 117.1 mi
2h 26m
$22–31
Line 761 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Westwood / Le Conte to Van Nuys / Keswickbus 761 / ...
2. Take the train from Van Nuys to Santa Barbaratrain
3. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Solvang Amtrak Bus Stopbus
6h 34m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Santa Monica to Solvang.

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Distance: 167.2 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

What companies run services between Santa Monica, CA, USA and Solvang, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from 2nd / Broadway to Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop via Los Angeles Union Station, Santa Barbara Bus Stop, and Santa Barbara in around 6h 28m.

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