What is the cheapest way to get from Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica is to tram which costs $4 and takes 2h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Port of Long Beach and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from Golden Shore & RV Park SE and arriving at 4Th Nb & Santa Monica Ns via Downtown Long Beach Station and LAX/Metro Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Port of Long Beach and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct train from Port of Long Beach station to Santa Monica station. However, there are services departing from Downtown Long Beach Station and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via Pico Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica?

The distance between Port of Long Beach and Santa Monica is 37 miles. The road distance is 28.8 miles.

How do I travel from Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica without a car?

The best way to get from Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica without a car is to tram which takes 2h 1m and costs $4.

How long does it take to get from Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica?

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica bus from?

Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Downtown Long Beach Station.

Where do I catch the Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica train from?

Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Downtown Long Beach Station.

Where does the Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica bus arrive?

Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at LAX / Metro Transit Center station.

Where does the Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica train arrive?

Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Pico Station.

Can I drive from Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica is 29 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 2493+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica - 4 ways to travel via tram, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica by tram, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram
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1. Take the tram from Downtown Long Beach Station to Pico Stationtram Metro A Line
2. Take the tram from Pico Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
2h 1m
$3
Bus, line 3 bus
1. Take the bus from Downtown Long Beach Station to LAX / Metro Transit Centerbus 232
2. Take the bus from LAX/Metro Transit Center to 4Th Nb & Santa Monica Nsbus 3
3h 26m
$3–4
Drive 28.6 mi
1. Drive from Port of Long Beach to Santa Monicacar 28.6 mi
41 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port of Long Beach to Santa Monicataxi 28.6 mi
41 min
$100–130

Port of Long Beach to Santa Monica by bus and tram

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Distance: 36.3 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Port of Long Beach, CA, USA and Santa Monica, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Golden Shore & RV Park SE to Downtown Santa Monica Station via 1st & Shelter H S, Downtown Long Beach Station, and Pico Station in around 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Golden Shore & RV Park SE to 4Th Nb & Santa Monica Ns via Downtown Long Beach Station and LAX/Metro Transit Center in around 3h 26m.

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