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Optimism to Solana Bridge

There is no official bridge between Optimism and Solana. Native USDC moves via Circle CCTP, while Mayan, deBridge, Relay and Across handle fast transfers with a one-step swap. Solana uses a different address format and SOL for gas, so you need a separate Solana wallet.

Reviewed October 31, 2026 · 6 solutions checked

On this page
  1. Where to transfer
  2. Live quotes
  3. Short answer
  4. Why this route is difficult
  5. Possible approaches
  6. Options compared
  7. Working solutions
  8. How to move Optimism to Solana
  9. Fees and timing
  10. Common mistakes
  11. Before you transfer
  12. FAQ
  13. Related routes

Where to transfer

Services that handle this route, with links to their official sites.

Live quotes

What popular services pay out right now for Optimism → Solana.

Data from the LI.FI aggregator, updated just now. Quotes are estimates: the service shows the final amount before you confirm.

Short answer

Optimism runs on Ethereum technology, while Solana works differently. A Solana address looks different and does not start with 0x, so your Optimism address will not work there. You need a wallet that supports Solana, such as Phantom or Solflare.

Fees on Solana are paid in SOL. Without a little SOL you cannot move the received tokens any further.

Key facts
Direct official bridgeNone
Native USDCVia Circle CCTP
Typical timeSeconds to a few minutes
Gas on SolanaSOL

Why this route is difficult

Optimism is an Ethereum , while Solana is a separate network with a different design, address format and token standard. They have no shared .

So people use CCTP for USDC, for fast transfers and Wormhole for other tokens.

Possible approaches

1Intent bridge with swap

You deposit tokens on Optimism and a pays out the token you want on Solana.

Trade-offFast and one step, but you trust the bridge's contracts and verification.

2Circle CCTP

Native USDC is burned on Optimism and minted on Solana after Circle's .

Trade-offNative USDC with no wrapped versions, but USDC only and dependent on Circle.

Options compared

OptionYou getTypical timeCostBest for
Mayan, Relay or AcrossUSDC, SOL or another Solana tokenUsually under a minuteFee included in the quoteFast transfer with a one-step swap
Circle CCTPNative USDC on SolanaSeconds to about 20 minutes depending on mode and a possible fast-mode feeMoving USDC
Wormhole PortalA on SolanaAbout 15-20 minutesGas on both networksTokens with no other route

Working solutions

SolutionYou receiveCustody / verificationNotes
MayanUSDC, SOL and othersSolver auction, Wormhole verificationOne-step swap.
Circle CCTPNative USDCCircle attestationUSDC only.
deBridgeMany tokensdeBridge Can deliver the token you want directly.
RelaySOL, USDC and othersSolver pays outFast for popular tokens.
AcrossUSDC and othersUMA optimistic verificationFast payouts.
WormholeWrapped tokensWormhole GuardiansFor tokens with no other route.

How to move Optimism to Solana

Bridging USDC or ETH with a fast bridge

  1. 1

    Set up a Solana wallet

    Create or open a wallet that supports Solana and copy the address. Some apps connect both wallets at once.

  2. 2

    Open the bridge

    Go to the official site of Mayan, Relay, deBridge or Across. Choose Optimism as the source and Solana as the destination.

  3. 3

    Choose the token and gas

    Receive USDC or SOL directly. If you have no SOL, turn on gas delivery or take part of the amount in SOL.

  4. 4

    Check the address and confirm

    Verify the Solana address, sign the transaction on Optimism and check the balance in your Solana wallet.

Fees and timing

The Optimism network fee is paid in ETH and is usually small, and Solana fees are tiny. The main difference is the bridge fee and swap rate.

If you bridge ETH, the bridge usually swaps it into SOL or USDC. Compare the final amount across several bridges.

Common mistakes

  • Pasting a 0x address into the Solana field. It will not work.
  • Expecting on Solana. ETH exists there only as a wrapped token; the native coin is SOL.
  • Ending up on Solana without SOL for fees.

Before you transfer

  • Send a small amount first if you are using the route for the first time.
  • Check the Solana address before confirming.
  • Open bridges only via their official addresses.

Frequently asked questions

No. People use CCTP for USDC and third-party bridges such as Mayan, deBridge, Relay, Across and Wormhole.

No. Solana has its own address format. You need a wallet that supports Solana.

Turn on gas delivery in the bridge or take part of the amount in SOL.