What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach is to tram which costs $2 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach?

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles and Downtown Long Beach?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 7th / Maple and arriving at Long Beach / 5th. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Los Angeles and Downtown Long Beach?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Historic Broadway Station station and arriving at 5th Street Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach?

The distance between Los Angeles and Downtown Long Beach is 22 miles. The road distance is 21.1 miles.

How do I travel from Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach without a car is to tram which takes 58 min and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach?

The tram from Historic Broadway Station to 5th Street Station takes 58 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach bus from?

Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 7th / Maple station.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach train from?

Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Historic Broadway Station.

Where does the Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach bus arrive?

Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Long Beach / 5th station.

Where does the Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach train arrive?

Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at 5th Street Station.

Can I drive from Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach is 21 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach.

How do I get a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach?

Book your Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Downtown Long Beach?

There are 868+ hotels available in Downtown Long Beach.

Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach - 4 ways to travel via tram, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach by tram, bus (Flixbus), car, or taxi

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Historic Broadway Station to 5th Street Stationtram Metro A Line
58 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from 7th / Maple to Long Beach / 5thbus 60
1h 11m
$6–10
Drive 21 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beachcar 21 mi
33 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beachtaxi 21 mi
33 min
$75–95

Los Angeles to Downtown Long Beach by tram

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Distance: 21.7 mi
Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Los Angeles, CA, USA and Downtown Long Beach, CA, USA?

Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from Historic Broadway Station to 5th Street Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, Metro Los Angeles operates a bus from 7th / Maple to Long Beach / 5th every 4 hours. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Flixbus USA also services this route once daily.

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