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

The cheapest way to get from Solana Beach to Carson is to drive which costs $16 - $25 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solana Beach to Carson is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Solana Beach and Carson?

No, there is no direct bus from Solana Beach station to Carson. However, there are services departing from Solana Beach Amtrak Station and arriving at Harbor Fwy / Carson via Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Solana Beach to Carson?

The distance between Solana Beach and Carson is 121 miles. The road distance is 92.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solana Beach to Carson without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 33m and costs $30 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Solana Beach to Carson, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Solana Beach to Carson bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Solana Beach to Carson?

Yes, the driving distance between Solana Beach to Carson is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Solana Beach to Carson.

Where can I stay near Carson?

There are 1733+ hotels available in Carson.

Solana Beach to Carson - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 101 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza to Harbor Fwy / Carsonbus Metro J Line
3h 33m
$34–67
Drive 92.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Solana Beach to Carsoncar 92.2 mi
1h 38m
$17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza to Harbor Fwy / Carsonbus Metro J Line
4h 6m
$37–53
Line 101 bus, bus
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
5h 31m
$20–31

Solana Beach to Carson by train, foot, and bus

91Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.5 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Harbor Fwy / Carson via Los Angeles and Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza in around 4h 6m.

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