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Solana Beach to Goleta train schedule
Amtrak runs 35 direct trains a week from Solana Beach to Goleta. The fastest takes 5 hours 20 minutes; the first train leaves at 4:40 AM and the last at 4:40 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 35
- Fastest trip
- 5h 20m
- First train
- 4:40 AM
- Last train
- 4:40 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Solana Beach Amtrak Station and arrives at Goleta Amtrak. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:40 AM | 10:09 AM | 5h 29m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 6:40 AM | 12:01 PM | 5h 21m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 8:40 AM | 2:02 PM | 5h 22m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 12:40 PM | 6:00 PM | 5h 20m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 4:40 PM | 10:12 PM | 5h 32m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Solana Beach Where you get off in Goleta The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Solana Beach
- Solana Beach Amtrak Station Map of Solana Beach Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Goleta
- Goleta Amtrak Map of Goleta Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: Goleta to Solana Beach
Questions
How long is the train from Solana Beach to Goleta?
The fastest direct train takes 5 hours 20 minutes; the typical trip is 5 hours 22 minutes.
What time is the first train from Solana Beach to Goleta?
The earliest departure is at 4:40 AM (Daily) and the last at 4:40 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Solana Beach to Goleta?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Solana Beach?
Trains to Goleta leave from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.