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How to get fromHawthorne to Santa Catalina Islandby tram, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Hawthorne to Santa Catalina Island by tram, ferry, or bus

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  1. Tram, ferry

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    1. Take the tram from Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro A-Line to Downtown Long Beach Stationtram tram Metro A Line
    2. Take the ferry from Long Beach to Avalonferry ferry Long Beach
    3h 3m
    $32–49

  2. Bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from Aviation / Century to Downtown Long Beach Stationbus bus 232
    2. Take the ferry from Long Beach to Avalonferry ferry Long Beach
    4h 18m
    $32–49

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Map of how to get from Hawthorne to Santa Catalina Island.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 50.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Hawthorne, CA, USA and Santa Catalina Island, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Hawthorne to Santa Catalina Island. However, you can take the vehicle to Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro C-Line, walk to Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro A-Line, take the vehicle to Downtown Long Beach Station, walk to Long Beach, then take the ferry to Avalon. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aviation / Century to Avalon via Downtown Long Beach Station, 1st & Shelter B N, Catalina Landing N, and Long Beach in around 4h 18m.

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