How to get from Vista to Solana Beach by bus and train?

From Vista to Solana Beach by bus and train

To get from Vista to Solana Beach in San Diego, take the 302 bus from Vista Transit Center station to Coast Hwy & Michigan Av station. Next, take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Oceanside station to Solana Beach Amtrak Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min. The bus and train schedule from Vista may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Solana Beach on the Moovit app.

75min
Walk to bus stationBus - 302
302
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINER
Walk to Solana Beach
Leaves from Vista Transit Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vista Transit Center
    ID 1
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 302302
    Wait for bus
    302
    Oceanside
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Coast Hwy & Michigan Av
    ID 21491
    48 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Oceanside
    380 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Solana Beach Amtrak Station
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to Solana Beach
    Walk to
    Solana Beach
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Vista to Solana Beach by light rail and train

To get from Vista to Solana Beach in San Diego, take the SPRINTER light rail from Vista Transit Center station to Oceanside Transit Center station. Next, take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Oceanside station to Solana Beach Amtrak Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min. The bus and train schedule from Vista may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Solana Beach on the Moovit app.

62min
Walk to light rail stationLight Rail - SPRINTER
SPRINTER
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINER
Walk to Solana Beach
Leaves from Vista Transit Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Vista Transit Center
    ID 27027
    520 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - SPRINTERSPRINTER
    Wait for light rail
    SPRINTER
    Oceanside Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Oceanside Transit Center
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Oceanside
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Solana Beach Amtrak Station
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to Solana Beach
    Walk to
    Solana Beach
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Vista to Solana Beach

The distance between Vista, San Diego and Solana Beach, San Diego is approximately 27.61 mi, which can typically be travelled in 75 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Vista to Solana Beach by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Diego – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Vista to Solana Beach

To check the bus and train schedule from Vista to Solana Beach using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Vista) and destination (Solana Beach), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Vista to Solana Beach by light rail and train

To get from Vista to Solana Beach in San Diego, take the SPRINTER light rail from Vista Transit Center station to Oceanside Transit Center station. Next, take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Oceanside station to Solana Beach Amtrak Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min. The bus and train schedule from Vista may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Solana Beach on the Moovit app.

62min
Walk to light rail stationLight Rail - SPRINTER
SPRINTER
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINER
Walk to Solana Beach
Leaves from Vista Transit Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Vista Transit Center
    ID 27027
    520 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - SPRINTERSPRINTER
    Wait for light rail
    SPRINTER
    Oceanside Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Oceanside Transit Center
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Oceanside
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Solana Beach Amtrak Station
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to Solana Beach
    Walk to
    Solana Beach
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Vista to Solana Beach?

    The fastest way takes 75 minutes, using Bus line 302, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Vista to Solana Beach?

    The alternative route takes 62 minutes, using Light Rail line SPRINTER, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER.

  • Is there a direct bus between Vista and Solana Beach in San Diego?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 15 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Vista to Solana Beach in San Diego?

    The 302 bus line goes from Vista Transit Center station near Vista to Oceanside station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Oceanside station near Solana Beach in San Diego.

  • How long does it take to travel from Vista to Solana Beach in San Diego by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Vista and Solana Beach in San Diego by bus and train is about 1 hr 15 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Vista to get to Solana Beach in San Diego?

    Get on the 302 bus from the Vista Transit Center stop near Vista in San Diego.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Vista and Solana Beach in San Diego?

    Get off the bus at the Oceanside station, which is closest to Solana Beach in San Diego.

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