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

The cheapest way to get from Little Tokyo to Santa Monica Pier is to bus which costs $1 and takes 1h 14m.

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

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

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 5th / Hill and arriving at Santa Monica / 4th. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

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

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 Pier?

The distance between Little Tokyo and Santa Monica Pier is 17 miles. The road distance is 16.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Little Tokyo to Santa Monica Pier without a car is to tram which takes 56 min and costs $2.

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

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 Pier bus from?

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

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

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

Where does the Little Tokyo to Santa Monica Pier bus arrive?

Little Tokyo to Santa Monica Pier bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Santa Monica / 4th station.

Where does the Little Tokyo to Santa Monica Pier train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Little Tokyo to Santa Monica Pier?

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

Where can I stay near Santa Monica Pier?

There are 3225+ hotels available in Santa Monica Pier.

Little Tokyo to Santa Monica Pier - 6 ways to travel via tram, and line 20 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Little Tokyo to Santa Monica Pier 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
56 min
$2
Line 20 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 5th / Hill to Santa Monica / 4thbus 20
1h 6m
$1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Little Tokyo to Santa Monica Piertaxi 16.2 mi
18 min
$55–70
Drive 16.2 mi
1. Drive from Little Tokyo to Santa Monica Piercar 16.2 mi
18 min
$3–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Sb & Temple to Broadway Wb & 6Th Fsbus R10
1h 14m
$1
Line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from Spring / 1st to Broadway / Oceanbus 33
1h 42m
$1–2

Little Tokyo to Santa Monica Pier by tram and foot

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Distance: 17.1 mi
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Little Tokyo, CA, USA and Santa Monica Pier, 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 Santa Monica / 4th hourly. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 59 min.

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