What is the cheapest way to get from Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach is to tram which costs $2 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach?

The fastest way to get from Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach is to drive which takes 29 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey Park and Santa Monica State Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach. However, there are services departing from Garvey / Garfield and arriving at 5th / Santa Monica via Venice / Hill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Monterey Park and Santa Monica State Beach?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Atlantic Station station and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach?

The distance between Monterey Park and Santa Monica State Beach is 23 miles. The road distance is 24.6 miles.

How do I travel from Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach without a car is to tram which takes 1h 30m and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach?

The tram from Atlantic Station to Downtown Santa Monica Station takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach bus from?

Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Garvey / Garfield station.

Where do I catch the Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach train from?

Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Atlantic Station.

Where does the Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach bus arrive?

Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Grand / Venice station.

Where does the Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach train arrive?

Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Downtown Santa Monica Station.

Can I drive from Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach is 25 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica State Beach?

There are 2558+ hotels available in Santa Monica State Beach.

Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach - 4 ways to travel via tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach by tram, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram
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1. Take the tram from Atlantic Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
1h 30m
$2
Line 70 bus, line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from Garvey / Garfield to Grand / Venicebus 70
2. Take the bus from Venice / Hill to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
2h 57m
$3–4
Drive 24.5 mi
1. Drive from Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beachcar 24.5 mi
29 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beachtaxi 24.5 mi
29 min
$80–100

Monterey Park to Santa Monica State Beach by bus and foot

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Distance: 23.2 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Monterey Park, CA, USA and Santa Monica State Beach, CA, USA?

Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from Atlantic Station to Downtown Santa Monica Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Garvey / Garfield to Santa Monica State Beach via Grand / Venice, Venice / Hill, and 5th / Santa Monica in around 2h 57m.

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