What is the cheapest way to get from Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier?

The cheapest way to get from Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier?

The fastest way to get from Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Mission Viejo and Santa Monica Pier?

No, there is no direct bus from Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier. However, there are services departing from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 and arriving at Santa Monica / 4th via Santa Ana and 7th / Maple. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Mission Viejo and Santa Monica Pier?

No, there is no direct train from Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier station. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines and 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier?

The distance between Mission Viejo and Santa Monica Pier is 67 miles. The road distance is 62 miles.

How do I travel from Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier without a car?

The best way to get from Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier without a car is to train and tram which takes 3h 19m and costs $17 - $29.

How long does it take to get from Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier?

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier bus from?

Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where do I catch the Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier train from?

Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where does the Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier bus arrive?

Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Los Angeles - Limousine Express Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier train arrive?

Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier?

Yes, the driving distance between Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica Pier?

There are 2558+ hotels available in Santa Monica Pier.

Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier - 5 ways to travel via train, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier by train, tram, bus, or car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
3h 19m
$17–29
Train, line 33 bus via Santa Ana-Santiago
cheapest
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to Broadway / Oceanbus 33
4h 17m
$11–16
Drive 61.6 mi
1. Drive from Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Piercar 61.6 mi
1h 5m
$12–17
Bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Los Angeles - Limousine Express Bus Terminalbus 2 / ...
2. Take the bus from 7th / Maple to Santa Monica / 4thbus 20
4h 46m
$21–39
Train, line 33 bus
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to Broadway / Oceanbus 33
4h 54m
$21–44

Mission Viejo to Santa Monica Pier by bus, train, subway, tram, and foot

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3h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 67 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Mission Viejo, CA, USA and Santa Monica Pier, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 to Santa Monica Pier via Santa Ana-Santiago, Santa Ana, Los Angeles - Limousine Express Bus Terminal, 7th / Maple, and Santa Monica / 4th in around 4h 46m.

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