New Metrolink Service to the Del Mar Races

[hmy1]

I guess weekend demand for getting to the Del Mar races justifies a Metrolink train running from LAUS all the way to Solana Beach, traditionally Coaster territory, even though there is a Pacific Surfliner within one hour in both directions. Pluses: Cheaper fare, stops at stations not serviced by the Surfliner. Minuses: Commuter train seating, no cafe car, alcohol consumption not allowed on Metrolink trains, if that matters to you.

Metrolink :: Del Mar Train

Metrolink will offer round-trip train service to the Del Mar race track Saturdays and Sundays between July 23 and Sept. 4 for only $28. Below is the schedule and station stops.

To purchase the Del Mar Train ticket, select "Special Ticket Options" and then select "Del Mar/Solana Beach Ticket" from any Metrolink Ticket Vending Machine on the Orange County and San Bernardino lines.

The Del Mar/Solana Beach Ticket is valid for travel systemwide. For example, an individual can purchase the Del Mar/Solana Beach Ticket and ride the San Bernardino line and transfer to the special Del Mar Train all for just $28 per round-trip. The ticket is a flat rate for all stations except Oceanside.

For residents who live in the Oceanside area, the Metrolink Del Mar/Solana Beach Ticket can be purchased from Oceanside to Solana Beach for $8.00, round-trip.

Please note, in order to travel to Solana Beach for the Del Mar race track on Metrolink, a Del Mar/Solana Beach Ticket needs to be purchased. Monthly Pass, Weekend Pass, 7-day, round-trip and one-way tickets are not valid fare media.

Alcohol consumption is not allowed on board Metrolink trains.

A free shuttle will be provided from the Solana Beach Station to Del Mar.

 

[Spokker]

It's a good deal. Summer fares on Amtrak are atrocious. Their off-peak fares are just right.

 

[robert koffroth]

How long is the travel time from the Oceanside station to drop-off at the Del mar track?

 

[Mark W.]

How long is the travel time from the Oceanside station to drop-off at the Del mar track?

It is 17 minutes from Oceanside to Solana Beach. The Metrolink train is a much better deal and you don't have the roudy crowds. It is a much more pleasant experience.

 

[hmy1]

From Oceanside to Solana Beach, you also have the Coaster, making all stops in North County. Fare is the same as the special Metrolink train.

 

[Train2104]

I wonder if regular tickets are accepted for Oceanside-LA travel on the special train?

 

[Spokker]

I wonder if regular tickets are accepted for Oceanside-LA travel on the special train?

No they are not.

 

[George Simpson]

Is there Train service from San Bernardino Ca to Del mar on Metro link?