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How to get fromIrvine to Santa Monicaby train, tram, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Irvine to Santa Monica by train, tram, bus, or car

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  1. Train, tram

    best
    1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain train OC Line
    2. Take the tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram tram Metro E Line
    2h 2m
    $13–16

  2. Train, line 33 bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain train OC Line
    2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus bus 33
    3h 1m
    $10–14

  3. Drive 53.7 mi

    1. Drive from Irvine to Santa Monicacar car 53.7 mi
    1h
    $10–15

Irvine to Santa Monica by train, subway, and tram

Calendar63Weekly Services
Duration2h 2mAverage Duration
Ticket$13Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 56 mi
  • Duration: 2h 2m

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

There is no direct connection from Irvine to Santa Monica. However, you can take the train to L.A. Union Station, walk to Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, take the subway to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines, walk to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines, then take the vehicle to Downtown Santa Monica Station. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tustin to 5th / Santa Monica via L.A. Union Station and Patsaouras Transit Plaza in around 3h 1m.

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