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How to get fromArcadia to Santa Catalina Islandby tram, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Arcadia to Santa Catalina Island by tram, ferry, or bus

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  1. Tram, ferry

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    1. Take the tram from Arcadia Station to Downtown Long Beach Stationtram tram Metro A Line
    2. Take the ferry from Long Beach to Avalonferry ferry Long Beach
    3h 57m
    $30–47

  2. Bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Lower Level to 7th / Channelbus bus 577
    2. Take the ferry from Long Beach to Avalonferry ferry Long Beach
    4h 57m
    $33–50

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  • Distance: 71.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Arcadia, CA, USA and Santa Catalina Island, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Arcadia to Santa Catalina Island. However, you can take the vehicle to Downtown Long Beach Station, walk to Long Beach, then take the ferry to Avalon. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Anita / Huntington to Avalon via El Monte Station - Lower Level, 7th / Channel, 7th & VA Hospital NW, 1st & Shelter E S, and Long Beach in around 4h 57m.

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