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How to get fromLong Beach to California State Universityby tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Long Beach to California State University by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Tram, train

    best
    1. Take the tram from Downtown Long Beach Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram tram Metro A Line
    2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Northridgetrain train VC Line
    2h 52m
    $18–25

  2. Tram, line 240 bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the tram from Downtown Long Beach Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Linestram tram Metro A Line
    2. Take the bus from Universal / Studio City Station to CSUN Transit Centerbus bus 240
    2h 58m
    $5–6

  3. Drive  46 mi

    1. Drive from Long Beach to California State Universitycar car 46 mi
    53 min
    $9–13

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Long Beach to California State Universitytaxi taxi 46 mi
    53 min
    $160–200

Long Beach to California State University by tram, subway, bus, and foot

Calendar591Weekly Services
Duration2h 58mAverage Duration
Ticket$5Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 50.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Long Beach, CA, USA and California State University, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Long Beach to California State University. However, you can take the vehicle to Union Station - Metro A-Line, walk to L.A. Union Station, take the train to Northridge, then take the taxi to California State University. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Downtown Long Beach Station to California State University via 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines, 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines, Universal / Studio City Station, Universal / Studio City Station, and CSUN Transit Center in around 2h 58m.

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