What is the cheapest way to get from La Quinta to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from La Quinta to Santa Monica is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Quinta to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from La Quinta to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between La Quinta and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from La Quinta station to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from Indio Bus Station and arriving at 5th / Santa Monica via Patsaouras Transit Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from La Quinta to Santa Monica?

The distance between La Quinta and Santa Monica is 156 miles. The road distance is 143.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from La Quinta to Santa Monica without a car is to bus and tram which takes 4h 9m and costs $50 - $75.

How long does it take to get from La Quinta to Santa Monica?

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from La Quinta to Santa Monica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Quinta to Santa Monica bus from?

La Quinta to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Where does the La Quinta to Santa Monica bus arrive?

La Quinta to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from La Quinta to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between La Quinta to Santa Monica is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from La Quinta to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 3225+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

La Quinta to Santa Monica - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, and car

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

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Bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Indio to East Los Angelesbus Nogales / ...
2. Take the tram from Maravilla Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
4h 9m
$52–72
Drive 143 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Quinta to Santa Monicacar 143 mi
2h 31m
$27–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Indio, CA to San Bernardino, CAbus El Paso / ...
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
5h 12m
$69–98
Fly, tram
1. Fly from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane PSP - LAX
2. Take the tram from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Expo / Crenshaw K-Line Stationtram
3. Take the tram from Expo / Crenshaw E-Line Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
2h 56m
$204–650
Bus, line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
4h 50m
$55–82

Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) flights

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Distance: 154.7 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between La Quinta, Riverside County, CA, USA and Santa Monica, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from La Quinta to 5th / Santa Monica via Indio Bus Station and Patsaouras Transit Plaza in around 4h 50m.

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