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How to get fromSan Gabriel to Santa Catalina Islandby tram, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from San Gabriel to Santa Catalina Island by tram, ferry, or bus

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  1. Tram, ferry

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    1. Take the tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Long Beach Stationtram tram Metro A Line
    2. Take the ferry from Long Beach to Avalonferry ferry Long Beach
    3h 56m
    $32–49

  2. Bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Lower Level to 7th / Channelbus bus 577
    2. Take the ferry from Long Beach to Avalonferry ferry Long Beach
    5h 4m
    $33–51

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from San Gabriel to Santa Catalina Island.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 68.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between San Gabriel, CA, USA and Santa Catalina Island, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from San Gabriel to Santa Catalina Island. However, you can take the bus to 5th / Flower, walk to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines, take the vehicle to Downtown Long Beach Station, walk to Long Beach, then take the ferry to Avalon. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ramona / Main to Avalon via Cal State LA Busway Station, El Monte Station - Lower Level, 7th / Channel, 7th & VA Hospital NW, 1st & Shelter E S, and Long Beach in around 5h 4m.

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