What is the cheapest way to get from Malibu to California?

The cheapest way to get from Malibu to California is to line 134 bus and line 33 bus which costs $2 - $4 and takes 2h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Malibu to California?

The fastest way to get from Malibu to California is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Malibu and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Malibu to California. However, there are services departing from Civic Center / Webb and arriving at Main / 1st via 5th / Santa Monica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Malibu to California?

The distance between Malibu and California is 32 miles. The road distance is 28.2 miles.

How do I travel from Malibu to California without a car?

The best way to get from Malibu to California without a car is to line 134 bus and tram which takes 1h 38m and costs $3 - $4.

How long does it take to get from Malibu to California?

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Malibu to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malibu to California bus from?

Malibu to California bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Civic Center / Webb station.

Where does the Malibu to California bus arrive?

Malibu to California bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Santa Monica / 4th station.

Can I drive from Malibu to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Malibu to California is 28 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Malibu to California.

Where can I stay near California?

There are 3405+ hotels available in California.

Malibu to California - 4 ways to travel via line 134 bus, tram, and line 33 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Malibu to California by bus, tram, car, or taxi

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Line 134 bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Civic Center / Webb to 5th / Coloradobus 134
2. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Historic Broadway Stationtram Metro E Line
1h 38m
$4
Line 134 bus, line 33 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Civic Center / Webb to Santa Monica / 4thbus 134
2. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Main / 1stbus 33
2h 22m
$3–4
Drive 28.1 mi
1. Drive from Malibu to Los Angelescar 28.1 mi
37 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Malibu to Los Angelestaxi 28.1 mi
37 min
$95–120

Malibu to California by bus and tram

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1h 38mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 31.8 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Malibu, CA, USA and California, USA?

You can take a bus from Civic Center / Webb to Main / 1st via Santa Monica / 4th and 5th / Santa Monica in around 2h 22m.

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