What is the cheapest way to get from Aspen to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from Aspen to Santa Monica is to fly which costs $55 - $310 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aspen to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from Aspen to Santa Monica is to fly which takes 4h 45m and costs $55 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Aspen and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from Aspen to Santa Monica station. However, there are services departing from Paepcke Park and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via 27th St Station, Glenwood Springs and Las Vegas Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 4m.

How far is it from Aspen to Santa Monica?

The distance between Aspen and Santa Monica is 763 miles. The road distance is 921.1 miles.

How do I travel from Aspen to Santa Monica without a car?

The best way to get from Aspen to Santa Monica without a car is to bus which takes 22h 4m and costs $130 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Aspen to Santa Monica?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Aspen to Santa Monica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aspen to Santa Monica bus from?

Aspen to Santa Monica bus services, operated by RFTA, depart from Paepcke Park station.

Bus or fly from Aspen to Santa Monica?

The best way to get from Aspen to Santa Monica is to fly which takes 4h 45m and costs $55 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $240 and takes 22h 4m.

Where does the Aspen to Santa Monica bus arrive?

Aspen to Santa Monica bus services, operated by RFTA, arrive at 27th St Station.

What is the time difference between Aspen and Santa Monica?

Santa Monica is 1h behind Aspen. It is currently 3:15 AM in Aspen and 2:15 AM in Santa Monica.

Can I drive from Aspen to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Aspen to Santa Monica is 921 miles. It takes approximately 14h 17m to drive from Aspen to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 3214+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

Aspen to Santa Monica - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Aspen to Santa Monica by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly to Los Angeles International Airport
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1. Fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane ASE - LAX
4h 45m
$56–308
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paepcke Park to 27th St Stationbus Brt / ...
2. Take the bus from Glenwood Springs to Las Vegas Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Las Vegas Bus Terminal to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
22h 4m
$139–232
Drive 915.8 mi
1. Drive from Aspen to Santa Monicacar 915.8 mi
14h 17m
$168–242
Fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
1. Fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane ASE - BUR
7h 37m
$91–466

Aspen to Santa Monica by bus, subway, and tram

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Distance: 758.5 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Aspen, CO, USA and Santa Monica, CA, USA?

American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paepcke Park to Downtown Santa Monica Station via 27th St Station, Hwy 6 + Soccer Field Rd, Glenwood Springs, Las Vegas Bus Terminal, Los Angeles Union Station, Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines, and 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines in around 22h 4m.

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