What is the cheapest way to get from Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica is to line 4 bus which costs $1 - $2 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Central Los Angeles and Santa Monica?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santa Monica / Hobart and arriving at Santa Monica / Lincoln. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Central Los Angeles and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct train from Central Los Angeles station to Santa Monica station. However, there are services departing from Vermont / Santa Monica Station and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica?

The distance between Central Los Angeles and Santa Monica is 19 miles. The road distance is 14.3 miles.

How do I travel from Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica without a car?

The best way to get from Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica without a car is to tram which takes 1h 2m and costs $4.

How long does it take to get from Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica?

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica bus from?

Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Santa Monica / Hobart station.

Where do I catch the Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica train from?

Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines.

Where does the Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica bus arrive?

Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Santa Monica / Lincoln station.

Where does the Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica train arrive?

Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Downtown Santa Monica Station.

Can I drive from Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica is 14 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 2558+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica - 4 ways to travel via tram, and line 4 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
1h 2m
$4
Line 4 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Monica / Hobart to Santa Monica / Lincolnbus 4
1h 17m
$1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central Los Angeles to Santa Monicataxi 14.2 mi
19 min
$55–70
Drive 14.2 mi
1. Drive from Central Los Angeles to Santa Monicacar 14.2 mi
19 min
$3–4

Central Los Angeles to Santa Monica by subway and tram

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Distance: 19.3 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Central Los Angeles, CA, USA and Santa Monica, CA, USA?

Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, Metro Los Angeles operates a bus from Santa Monica / Hobart to Santa Monica / Lincoln every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 1h 17m.

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