What is the cheapest way to get from Solvang to Dana Point?

The cheapest way to get from Solvang to Dana Point is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Solvang to Dana Point?

The fastest way to get from Solvang to Dana Point is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Solvang and Dana Point?

No, there is no direct bus from Solvang to Dana Point. However, there are services departing from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Pacific Coast-Dana Point Harbor via Isla Vista, Los Angeles and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Solvang to Dana Point?

The distance between Solvang and Dana Point is 204 miles. The road distance is 185.2 miles.

How do I travel from Solvang to Dana Point without a car?

The best way to get from Solvang to Dana Point without a car is to taxi and train which takes 6h 10m and costs $150 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Solvang to Dana Point?

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Solvang to Dana Point, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solvang to Dana Point bus from?

Solvang to Dana Point bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Solvang to Dana Point bus arrive?

Solvang to Dana Point bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Solvang to Dana Point?

Yes, the driving distance between Solvang to Dana Point is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Solvang to Dana Point.

Where can I stay near Dana Point?

There are 285+ hotels available in Dana Point.

Solvang to Dana Point - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Solvang to Dana Point by taxi, train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak, Flixbus)

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

Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Solvang to Goleta Station
2. Take the train from Goleta Station to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
6h 10m
$158–190
Drive 184.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Solvang to Dana Point184.1 mi
3h 25m
$34–49
Bus, train via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station
6h 31m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station
6h 57m
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop to Santa BarbaraAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Santa Barbara to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
7h 46m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 202.6 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Solvang, CA, USA and Dana Point, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop to Pacific Coast-Dana Point Harbor via Isla Vista, Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals, Los Angeles, San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission in around 6h 57m.

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