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

The cheapest way to get from Inglewood to Santa Monica is to line 3 bus which costs $1 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Inglewood to Santa Monica is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Inglewood and Santa Monica?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from LAX/Metro Transit Center and arriving at Pico Wb & Lincoln Fs. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Inglewood and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct train from Inglewood station to Santa Monica station. However, there are services departing from Downtown Inglewood Station and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via Expo / Crenshaw E-Line Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Inglewood to Santa Monica?

The distance between Inglewood and Santa Monica is 9 miles. The road distance is 10.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inglewood to Santa Monica without a car is to line 3 bus which takes 44 min and costs $1.

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

The line 3 bus from LAX/Metro Transit Center to Pico Wb & Lincoln Fs takes 44 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Inglewood to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, depart from LAX/Metro Transit Center station.

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

Inglewood to Santa Monica train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Downtown Inglewood Station.

Where does the Inglewood to Santa Monica bus arrive?

Inglewood to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, arrive at Pico Wb & Lincoln Fs station.

Where does the Inglewood to Santa Monica train arrive?

Inglewood to Santa Monica train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Expo / Crenshaw K-Line Station.

Can I drive from Inglewood to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Inglewood to Santa Monica is 10 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Inglewood to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 2890+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

Inglewood to Santa Monica - 4 ways to travel via line 3 bus, tram, taxi

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

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Line 3 bus
best
1. Take the bus from LAX/Metro Transit Center to Pico Wb & Lincoln Fsbus 3
44 min
$1
Tram
1. Take the tram from Downtown Inglewood Station to Expo / Crenshaw K-Line Stationtram Metro K Line
2. Take the tram from Expo / Crenshaw E-Line Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
47 min
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Inglewood to Santa Monicataxi 10 mi
13 min
$35–45
Drive 10 mi
1. Drive from Inglewood to Santa Monicacar 10 mi
13 min
$2–3

Inglewood to Santa Monica by bus

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Distance: 8.7 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

Big Blue Bus operates a bus from LAX/Metro Transit Center to Pico Wb & Lincoln Fs every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Downtown Inglewood Station to Downtown Santa Monica Station via Expo / Crenshaw K-Line Station and Expo / Crenshaw E-Line Station in around 47 min.

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