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

The cheapest way to get from Monrovia to Malibu is to tram and line 134 bus which costs $2 - $4 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monrovia to Malibu is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Monrovia and Malibu?

No, there is no direct bus from Monrovia to Malibu. However, there are services departing from Primrose Ave and Lime Ave and arriving at Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via El Monte Station - Upper Level, 5th / Flower and 5th / Colorado. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Monrovia to Malibu?

The distance between Monrovia and Malibu is 49 miles. The road distance is 45.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Monrovia to Malibu without a car is to tram and line 134 bus which takes 2h 50m and costs $2 - $4.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Monrovia to Malibu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monrovia to Malibu bus from?

Monrovia to Malibu bus services, operated by Foothill Transit, depart from Primrose Ave and Lime Ave station.

Where does the Monrovia to Malibu bus arrive?

Monrovia to Malibu bus services, operated by Foothill Transit, arrive at El Monte Station Lower Level.

Can I drive from Monrovia to Malibu?

Yes, the driving distance between Monrovia to Malibu is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Monrovia to Malibu.

Where can I stay near Malibu?

There are 199+ hotels available in Malibu.

Monrovia to Malibu - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 134 bus, and line 270 bus

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

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Tram, line 134 bus
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1. Take the tram from Monrovia Station to Little Tokyo / Arts District Stationtram
2. Take the tram from Little Tokyo / Arts District Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
3. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to Civic Center / Malibu Librarybus 134
2h 50m
$3–4
Line 270 bus, line 20 bus, line 134 bus
1. Take the bus from Primrose Ave and Lime Ave to El Monte Station Lower Levelbus 270
2. Take the bus from 5th / Flower to 5th / Coloradobus 20
3. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to Civic Center / Stuart Ranchbus 134
4h 7m
$5–10
Drive 45 mi
1. Drive from Monrovia to Malibucar 45 mi
1h 3m
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Monrovia to Malibutaxi 45 mi
1h 3m
$150–180

Monrovia to Malibu by tram and bus

153Weekly Services

2h 50mAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Primrose Ave and Lime Ave to Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via El Monte Station Lower Level, El Monte Station - Upper Level, Flower / 7th, 5th / Flower, and 5th / Colorado in around 4h 7m.

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