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What is the Solana to EVM cross-chain swap and how does it work?

Learn about cross-chain swaps between EVM and Solana in 1inch dApp.

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Written by Anastasiia Pustovoitova
Updated this week

Introduction

The 1inch dApp now supports seamless swaps between Solana and EVM-compatible blockchains using our advanced 1inch Cross-Chain technology—all without using traditional bridges. This means you can swap assets across chains directly, with MEV protection and optimal rates.


What is the Solana to EVM cross-chain swap?

The Solana–EVM Cross-Chain Swap allows you to exchange tokens between the Solana network and EVM-compatible chains such as Ethereum, BNB Chain, Polygon, Avalanche, Optimism, Arbitrum, Base, Gnosis Chain, zkSync Era, and others—directly from the 1inch dApp.

Unlike conventional cross-chain solutions that rely on bridges (where you lock assets on one chain and mint them on another), 1inch Cross-Chain Swap executes swaps natively across chains using an intent-based architecture and a network of competing resolvers.


How it works

  • Connect your wallets
    (See the detailed guide on connecting wallets.)

  • Set your swap intent
    Select the source chain, destination chain, tokens, and amount in the 1inch dApp.

Entering a destination address is required for cross-chain swaps with Solana.
You have to choose one of the following:

  • When both Solana and EVM wallets are connected: the destination address field is pre-filled with the connected wallet for the destination chain. You can edit this field if you want tokens sent to another address.

  • When only one wallet is connected: the destination address field will be empty. You must manually enter the correct address for the destination chain.

  • Resolvers compete to fulfill your order
    Professional market makers, called resolvers, participate in a Dutch auction, competing to execute your swap at the best possible rate.

  • Cross-chain execution
    Instead of bridging, the resolver handles both sides of the trade—buying the destination token on one chain while selling the source token on the other.

  • Completion
    You receive your destination tokens directly in your wallet—no wrapped assets, no bridge delays, no custody risk.


Key benefits

  • No bridges, no wrapped tokens—avoid the risks of bridge hacks and complex wrapping/unwrapping steps.

  • Self-custody—your assets remain under your control until the swap is completed.

  • Low fees—Solana network costs are typically under $0.01.

  • MEV protection—safeguards against front-running and sandwich attacks.

  • Best rates—Dutch auction competition ensures optimal execution.

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