Educational, Rubic's Ecosystem October 1, 2025

Top 7 Solana Bridges: How to Move Your Crypto In and Out of the Solana Ecosystem

TL;DR

Solana bridges let you transfer crypto between Solana and other blockchains, unlocking Solana’s fast and low-cost ecosystem.
The top 7 Solana bridges include Wormhole, Relay, Mayan, Squid, Raydium, Orca, and Jupiter. Each of them has unique pros and trade-offs.
Wormhole Bridge supports 20+ chains but uses wrapped tokens, while Relay is ultra-fast with native assets.
On-chain DEXs like Raydium, Orca, and Jupiter offer instant swaps but work only within Solana.
Choosing the best Solana bridge depends on speed, cost, security, and whether you want native or wrapped tokens.
Rubic simplifies this by aggregating multiple Solana bridges and DEXs to always find the best route. With the right bridge (or aggregator), moving assets into Solana is fast, secure, and beginner-friendly.

Every trader knows the frustration of spotting an opportunity on Solana, only to realize their funds are locked on another chain. It feels like standing outside a store with the right cash in the wrong currency. This is where a Solana bridge becomes invaluable. By connecting blockchains, these bridges let you move assets quickly, access liquidity, and tap into Solana’s speed and low fees. In this guide, we’ll break down the top 7 Solana bridges, explain how they work, and show how platforms like Rubic are simplifying cross-chain movement.

Top 7 Solana Bridges

Below is an overview of some of the best Solana bridges you can use. Each includes a brief description, pros/cons, and Rubic integration status.

Comparison of Top Solana Bridges (Speed, Token Handling, Ease of Use, Chains Supported)

Bridge	Speed	Token Handling	Ease of Use	Chains Supported
Wormhole Bridge	Minutes	Wrapped on Solana	Moderate	20+ chains (ETH, BSC)
Relay Bridge	Seconds	Native (no wrap)	Easy	EVM + Solana
Mayan Finance	Minutes	Wrapped via Wormhole	Easy	Multi-chain (via Wormhole)
Squid Protocol	Minutes	Native (real-time)	Moderate	78+ EVM/Cosmos chains
Raydium (On-chain)	Instant	Native (on Solana)	Easy	Solana (deep liquidity)
Orca (On-chain)	Instant	Native (on Solana)	Very Easy	Solana (concentrated liquidity)
Jupiter (On-chain)	Seconds	Native (on Solana)	Easy	Solana (DEX aggregator)

Wormhole Bridge

Wormhole Bridge is a leading cross-chain protocol connecting Solana with 20+ blockchains. It locks tokens on the source chain and mints wrapped tokens on Solana.

Pros: Supports 100+ assets and major networks; widely adopted by wallets and dApps.
Cons: Uses wrapped tokens (peg risk); has had security exploits; transfers take minutes.
Rubic Integration: Integrated as a settlement layer; Rubic can route transfers via Wormhole.

Relay

Relay is an ultra-fast Solana-based bridge that settles transfers in 1–10 seconds at very low fees. It moves assets natively without wrapping.

Pros: Lightning-fast settlement (seconds); very low fees; no wrapped tokens.
Cons: New protocol (rapidly expanding); relies on relayer liquidity; best for small, time-sensitive transfers.
Rubic Integration: Live on Rubic for Solana transfers, enabling instant bridging.

Mayan Finance

Mayan Finance is a Wormhole-powered bridge for Solana swaps. It offers a simple interface to move assets between chains.

Pros: Easy-to-use on Solana; supports 100+ popular tokens.
Cons: Uses wrapped tokens (peg risk); inherits Wormhole’s security trade-offs; newer project.
Rubic Integration: Planned (rate comparisons expected by Aug 2025).

Squid Protocol

Squid Protocol is a multi-chain swap aggregator that connects Solana via Chainflip. It enables swaps between Solana and 78+ networks (EVM, Cosmos, Bitcoin) through its cross-chain AMM design and enables you to bridge to solana.

Pros: Very broad support (78+ chains); native cross-chain swaps (e.g., Bitcoin or Cosmos to Solana).
Cons: Complex multi-hop routes (using Axelar + Chainflip) can be slower; fees and time vary by route; still maturing.
Rubic Integration: Planned (target ~July 2025), adding Squid’s routes to Rubic’s finder.

Raydium (On-Chain Swap)

Raydium is a popular Solana DEX/AMM with deep liquidity. Its swaps execute in under a second with minimal fees.

Pros: Lightning-fast swaps on Solana; deep liquidity via Serum order book.
Cons: Solana-only (requires assets on Solana).
Rubic Integration: Planned (targeting Aug 2025) for on-chain swaps through Raydium.

Orca (On-Chain Swap)

Orca is a user-friendly Solana DEX known for concentrated liquidity pools (Whirlpools). It offers extremely fast, near-zero-fee swaps on Solana.

Pros: Near-instant, near-zero-fee swaps on Solana; efficient liquidity pools reduce slippage.
Cons: Solana-only on-chain DEX.
Rubic Integration: Not yet integrated; may be added in the future.

Jupiter (On-Chain Swap)

Jupiter is Solana’s leading DEX aggregator. It combines liquidity from many Solana DEXs to find the best prices (handling ~50% of Solana DEX volume).

Pros: Best-price routing across Solana pools; fast execution and extra features (limit orders).
Cons: Solana-only; swaps assets on-chain after bridging.
Rubic Integration: Planned (targeting Aug 2025); Rubic will route Solana swaps through Jupiter for best pricing.

Infographic: A Solana bridge locks or burns an asset on one chain and unlocks or mints it on Solana, enabling cross-chain transfers.

What Is a Solana Bridge?

A Solana bridge is a protocol that connects Solana to another blockchain, allowing tokens to move between them. It works by locking or burning the token on the source chain and issuing the equivalent on Solana. This lets users tap into Solana’s fast, low-fee network. For example, Rubic’s Bridge connects Solana to dozens of other chains.

Types of Solana Bridges

Bridges differ by design. Key models include:

Lock-and-Mint: (e.g., Wormhole) Locks the token on one chain and mints a wrapped version on Solana. Supports many assets but involves wrapping (peg risk).
Liquidity Pool: (e.g., Allbridge) Uses on-chain pools to swap tokens across chains. Can be faster and avoid wrapped tokens, but requires liquidity on both sides.
Zero-TVL: (e.g., deBridge) Transfers assets directly between chains without pooling. Aims to eliminate slippage and wrapping.
Wallet Bridges: Some wallets offer one-click bridging (via the above methods).
Exchange Withdrawals: Sending crypto to an exchange and withdrawing on Solana is a non-technical way to move funds (e.g., Binance → SOL network).

How to Bridge Assets to Solana — Step-by-Step

Pick a Bridge Tool: The first step is to choose a bridge or aggregator that supports your chains. For example, Rubic supports over 100+ chains and aggregators over 30+ bridges that can help you with seamless cross-chain swaps.
Select Chains and Token: Set the source chain (e.g., Ethereum) and destination (Solana), then choose your token and amount.
Connect Wallets: Connect your source-chain wallet (MetaMask, etc.) and a Solana wallet (Phantom, Solflare, etc.).
Review Routes: The bridge may show multiple routes (Wormhole, Relay, etc.) with their fees and times. Rubic, for example, compares all routes for the best rates.
Execute the Transfer: Approve the transfer in your source wallet (locks/sends the token) and approve any Solana-side transaction to complete the swap.
Wait for Confirmation: The cross-chain transfer takes a few minutes. Solana’s side is very fast (transactions final in seconds, fees $0.00025).
Receive Assets: Your bridged tokens (often wrapped) will appear in your Solana wallet.

What to Consider When Choosing a Bridge

Support: Ensure your token and chains are supported (Rubic covers 100+ chains).
Security: Check audits and trust model. Wormhole uses a validator set; Relay uses bonded relayers.
Speed: Some bridges take minutes, while others (like Relay) can be under 10 seconds.
Fees: Solana’s fees are tiny; the main costs come from source-chain gas and any bridge fee.
Token Handling: Do you get a native token or a wrapped one? Lock-and-mint bridges give wrapped tokens.
User Experience: Aggregators (like Rubic) hide complexity and compare routes; standalone bridges may require more steps.

Each bridge type has trade-offs. For example, lock-mint bridges support many assets but involve wrapping (trust), whereas pool bridges avoid wrapping at the cost of needing liquidity.

Rubic’s Role in Solana Bridging

Rubic is a cross-chain bridge and swap aggregator. It integrates all the major Solana bridges and DEXs into one platform. For example, Rubic supports Wormhole and Relay now, and is adding Squid, Mayan, Jupiter, Raydium, etc. By combining them, Rubic always finds the best route (in terms of price, speed, and liquidity). Its interface typically shows multiple Solana bridges side-by-side, letting users compare options without switching sites. Rubic’s app often highlights which is the best Solana bridge for your swap (e.g., Wormhole for broad support vs. Relay for speed).

Conclusion: Choose the Right Path Into Solana

Solana’s high speed and low cost make it a great destination, but you need a good bridge to get there. The best Solana bridge depends on your goals. For example, Relay is often the fastest choice, while Wormhole Bridge offers the broadest token support. Tools like Rubic make this easy by evaluating multiple bridges at once. For any swap, Rubic’s interface indicates which is the best Solana bridge to use. Always verify addresses and consider a small test transfer first. With the right bridge (or aggregator) to Solana, you can smoothly tap into its ecosystem.

FAQ

Is bridging to Solana expensive?

Not usually. Solana’s transaction fees are tiny (often ~$0.00025). You mainly pay any gas on the source chain and a bridge fee. Efficient bridges (or Rubic) find the cheapest route.

How long do bridges take?

The time taken by bridges varies depending on different factors. Many bridges finish in a few minutes. New solutions like Relay often settle in under 10 seconds. Check the estimated time when you bridge.

How do I reverse bridge (SOL → ETH)?

You can use the same tool in reverse. On Rubic, you will need to select Solana as “From” and Ethereum as “To,” then connect your Solana wallet. Approve the transfer – the bridge will burn SOL and release the equivalent on Ethereum.