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How to get fromLos Angeles to Channel Islandsby bus, ferry, or tram

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There are 2 ways to get from Los Angeles to Channel Islands by bus, ferry, or tram

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  1. Bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Spring / Temple to Pacific / 21st Layoverbus bus Metro J Line
    2. Take the ferry from San Pedro to Two Harborsferry ferry San Pedro / ...
    3h 25m
    $42–60

  2. Tram, ferry

    1. Take the tram from Historic Broadway Station to Downtown Long Beach Stationtram tram
    2. Take the ferry from Long Beach to Avalonferry ferry
    3. Take the ferry from Avalon Green Pier to Two Harborsferry ferry
    4h 56m
    $59–76

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  • Distance: 72.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Los Angeles, CA, USA and Channel Islands, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Los Angeles to Channel Islands. However, you can take the bus to Pacific / 21st Layover, take the taxi to San Pedro, then take the ferry to Two Harbors. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Historic Broadway Station to Two Harbors via Downtown Long Beach Station, Long Beach, Avalon, and Avalon Green Pier in around 4h 56m.

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