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How to get fromPasadena to Rancho Palos Verdesby tram, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Pasadena to Rancho Palos Verdes by tram, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Tram, bus

    best
    1. Take the tram from Memorial Park Station to Pico Stationtram tram Metro A Line
    2. Take the bus from Flower St & Pico Blvd to Crest Rd & Cresta Verde Drbus bus 448
    2h 30m
    $5–6

  2. Tram, bus, line 344 bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the tram from Memorial Park Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Linestram tram
    2. Take the bus from Flower / 7th to Harbor Gateway Transit Centerbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Harbor Gateway Transit Center to Palos Verdes / Barkentinebus bus 344
    2h 37m
    $4–5

  3. Drive 40.2 mi

    1. Drive from Pasadena to Rancho Palos Verdescar car 40.2 mi
    49 min
    $8–11

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Pasadena to Rancho Palos Verdestaxi taxi 40.2 mi
    49 min
    $130–160

Pasadena to Rancho Palos Verdes by tram and bus

Calendar40Weekly Services
Duration2h 30mAverage Duration
Ticket$5Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 40.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Pasadena, CA, USA and Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Pasadena to Rancho Palos Verdes. However, you can take the vehicle to Pico Station, walk to Flower St & Pico Blvd, then take the bus to Crest Rd & Cresta Verde Dr. Alternatively, you can drive from Pasadena to Rancho Palos Verdes in around 49 min.

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