What is the cheapest way to get from Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Malibu and Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea. However, there are services departing from Civic Center / Webb and arriving at Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr via 5th / Santa Monica, Los Angeles and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The distance between Malibu and Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 137 miles. The road distance is 121.5 miles.

How do I travel from Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car is to line 134 bus and tram and train which takes 5h 25m and costs $35 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus from?

Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 5th / Santa Monica station.

Where does the Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus arrive?

Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station.

Can I drive from Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

Where can I stay near Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

There are 946+ hotels available in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 134 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by bus, tram, train, bus (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Line 134 bus, tram, train
best
1. Take the bus from Civic Center / Webb to 5th / Coloradobus 134
2. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Linestram
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain
5h 25m
$38–81
Line 33 bus, bus via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Cesar E Chavez / Vignesbus 33
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus FlixBus 2017
6h 53m
$21–36
Line 33 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Cesar E Chavez / Alamedabus 33
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 32m
$40–64
Drive 120.8 mi
1. Drive from Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Seacar 120.8 mi
2h 18m
$22–32

Malibu to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by bus, tram, subway, and train

91Weekly Services

5h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 136 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Malibu, CA, USA and Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Civic Center / Webb to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr via Santa Monica / 4th, 5th / Santa Monica, Cesar E Chavez / Alameda, Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr in around 6h 32m.

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