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

The cheapest way to get from Ensenada to Santa Monica is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ensenada to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Ensenada and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from Ensenada to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from Ensenada and arriving at Wilshire / Lincoln via Cross Border Xpress and 7th / Maple. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

How far is it from Ensenada to Santa Monica?

The distance between Ensenada and Santa Monica is 225 miles. The road distance is 212.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ensenada to Santa Monica without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 21m and costs $55 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Ensenada to Santa Monica, including transfers.

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

Ensenada to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Autobuses ABC, depart from Ensenada station.

Where does the Ensenada to Santa Monica bus arrive?

Ensenada to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Autobuses ABC, arrive at Tijuana International Airport station.

Can I drive from Ensenada to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Ensenada to Santa Monica is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Ensenada to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 2552+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

Ensenada to Santa Monica - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Ensenada to Santa Monica by bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ensenada to Tijuana International Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Cross Border Xpress to Santa Anabus 2 / ...
3. Take the train from Santa Ana to Los Angelestrain
7h 21m
$55–97
Drive 211.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ensenada to Santa Monicacar 211.5 mi
3h 58m
$39–56
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Ensenada to Mexicalibus
2. Fly from Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane IPL - LAX
6h 50m
$116–459
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ensenada to Tijuana International Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Cross Border Xpress to Los Angeles - Limousine Express Bus Terminalbus 2 / ...
7h 31m
$44–77
Bus, line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from Ensenada to Tijuanabus
2. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
9h 51m
$39–71

Ensenada to Santa Monica by bus and foot

21Weekly Services

9h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 223.8 mi
Duration: 7h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Ensenada to Wilshire / Lincoln via Tijuana International Airport, Cross Border Xpress, Los Angeles - Limousine Express Bus Terminal, and 7th / Maple in around 7h 31m.

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