The average train between Chula Vista and Santa Monica Pier takes 4h 51m and the fastest train takes 4h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Chula Vista to Santa Monica Pier. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Chula Vista and Santa Monica Pier. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Chula Vista is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Santa Monica Pier at 1:05 AM. All services require a transfer at America Plaza Station and take an average of 4h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Chula Vista to Santa Monica Pier? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Chula Vista to Santa Monica Pier. However, there are services departing from Chula Vista station and arriving at Santa Monica Pier station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.
Chula Vista to Santa Monica Pier train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from San Diego station.
Chula Vista to Santa Monica Pier train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Los Angeles station.
The distance between Chula Vista and Santa Monica Pier is 201.2 km. The road distance is 244 km.
Amtrak operates a train from San Diego to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 2h 56m.