What is the cheapest way to get from Chula Vista to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from Chula Vista to Santa Monica is to bus and line 33 bus via Old Town Station which costs $20 - $35 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chula Vista to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from Chula Vista to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Chula Vista and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from Chula Vista to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop and arriving at 5th / Santa Monica via Patsaouras Transit Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Chula Vista and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct train from Chula Vista station to Santa Monica station. However, there are services departing from E Street Station and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via San Diego, Union Station - Metro B & D Lines and 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Chula Vista to Santa Monica?

The distance between Chula Vista and Santa Monica is 153 miles. The road distance is 139 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chula Vista to Santa Monica without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs $70 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Chula Vista to Santa Monica?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Chula Vista to Santa Monica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chula Vista to Santa Monica bus from?

Chula Vista to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Chula Vista to Santa Monica train from?

Chula Vista to Santa Monica train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Train or bus from Chula Vista to Santa Monica?

The best way to get from Chula Vista to Santa Monica is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs $70 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 33 bus via Old Town Station, which costs $20 - $35 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Chula Vista to Santa Monica bus arrive?

Chula Vista to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Chula Vista to Santa Monica train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chula Vista to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Chula Vista to Santa Monica is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Chula Vista to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 3221+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

Chula Vista to Santa Monica - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 33 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Chula Vista to Santa Monica by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, tram, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 21m
$74–111
Bus, line 33 bus via Old Town Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
6h 15m
$20–35
Drive 138.2 mi
1. Drive from Chula Vista to Santa Monicacar 138.2 mi
2h 31m
$24–35
Tram, fly
1. Take the tram from E Street Station to Civic Center Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SAN - LAX
3. Take the tram from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Expo / Crenshaw K-Line Stationtram
4. Take the tram from Expo / Crenshaw E-Line Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
4h 11m
Bus, line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Tijuana
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
6h 35m
$24–42

Chula Vista to Santa Monica by tram, train, and subway (Amtrak)

91Weekly Services

5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.6 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $65–110 and the journey takes 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from E Street Station to 5th / Santa Monica via Old Town Station, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, and Patsaouras Transit Plaza in around 6h 15m.

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