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

The cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Santa Monica is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct train between Carpinteria and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct train from Carpinteria station to Santa Monica station. However, there are services departing from Carpinteria Station and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines and 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Carpinteria to Santa Monica?

The distance between Carpinteria and Santa Monica is 111 miles. The road distance is 73.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Santa Monica without a car is to train and tram which takes 3h 41m and costs $55 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Carpinteria to Santa Monica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Santa Monica train from?

Carpinteria to Santa Monica train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Carpinteria Station.

Where does the Carpinteria to Santa Monica train arrive?

Carpinteria to Santa Monica train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Carpinteria to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Carpinteria to Santa Monica is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Carpinteria to Santa Monica.

How do I get a train ticket from Carpinteria to Santa Monica?

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Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 3213+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

Carpinteria to Santa Monica - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Carpinteria to Santa Monica by train, tram, car, or bus

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Carpinteria Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
3h 41m
$55–82
Drive 72.8 mi
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1. Drive from Carpinteria to Santa Monicacar 72.8 mi
1h 32m
$14–20
Train, line 761 bus
1. Take the train from Carpinteria Station to Van Nuystrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Van Nuys / Keswick to Westwood / Weyburnbus 761 / ...
3h 49m
$43–65

Carpinteria to Santa Monica by train, subway, and tram

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3h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 109.9 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

There is no direct connection from Carpinteria to Santa Monica. However, you can take the train to Los Angeles, walk to Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, take the subway to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines, walk to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines, then take the vehicle to Downtown Santa Monica Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Carpinteria to Santa Monica in around 1h 32m.

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