What is the cheapest way to get from Little Tokyo to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from Little Tokyo to Santa Monica is to tram which costs $2 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Little Tokyo to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from Little Tokyo to Santa Monica is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Little Tokyo and Santa Monica?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 5th / Hill and arriving at Wilshire / 11th. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Little Tokyo and Santa Monica?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Little Tokyo / Arts District Station station and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Little Tokyo to Santa Monica?

The distance between Little Tokyo and Santa Monica is 17 miles. The road distance is 16.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Little Tokyo to Santa Monica without a car is to tram which takes 52 min and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Little Tokyo to Santa Monica?

The tram from Little Tokyo / Arts District Station to Downtown Santa Monica Station takes 52 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Little Tokyo to Santa Monica bus from?

Little Tokyo to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 5th / Hill station.

Where do I catch the Little Tokyo to Santa Monica train from?

Little Tokyo to Santa Monica train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Little Tokyo / Arts District Station.

Where does the Little Tokyo to Santa Monica bus arrive?

Little Tokyo to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Wilshire / 11th station.

Where does the Little Tokyo to Santa Monica train arrive?

Little Tokyo to Santa Monica train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Downtown Santa Monica Station.

Can I drive from Little Tokyo to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Little Tokyo to Santa Monica is 16 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Little Tokyo to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 3097+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

Little Tokyo to Santa Monica - 4 ways to travel via tram, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Little Tokyo / Arts District Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
52 min
$2
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 5th / Hill to Wilshire / 11thbus 20
56 min
$1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Little Tokyo to Santa Monicataxi 16 mi
18 min
$55–70
Drive 16 mi
1. Drive from Little Tokyo to Santa Monicacar 16 mi
18 min
$3–5

Little Tokyo to Santa Monica by tram

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Distance: 16.9 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from Little Tokyo / Arts District Station to Downtown Santa Monica Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, Metro Los Angeles operates a bus from 5th / Hill to Wilshire / 11th hourly. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 56 min. Big Blue Bus also services this route twice daily.

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