What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station) is to tram which costs $2 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station) is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica Pier and Downtown Long Beach (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station) station. However, there are services departing from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place and arriving at Downtown Long Beach Station via LAX / Metro Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Monica Pier and Downtown Long Beach (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Monica Pier station to Downtown Long Beach (Station) station. However, there are services departing from Downtown Santa Monica Station and arriving at Downtown Long Beach Station via Pico Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station)?

The distance between Santa Monica Pier and Downtown Long Beach (Station) is 36 miles. The road distance is 29 miles.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station) bus from?

Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station) bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, depart from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place station.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station) train from?

Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station) train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Downtown Santa Monica Station.

Where does the Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station) bus arrive?

Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station) bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, arrive at LAX/Metro Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station) is 29 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station).

Where can I stay near Downtown Long Beach (Station)?

There are 736+ hotels available in Downtown Long Beach (Station).

Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station)

Q: How do I travel from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station) without a car is to tram which takes 1h 51m and costs $2.

Q: How long does it take to get from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station)?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station), including transfers.

How to get fromSanta Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station)

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station) by tram, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Pico Stationtram Metro E Line
2. Take the tram from Pico Station to Downtown Long Beach Stationtram Metro A Line
1h 51m
$2
Line 3 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place to LAX/Metro Transit Centerbus 3
2. Take the bus from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Downtown Long Beach Stationbus 232
3h 3m
$2–3
Drive 28.8 mi
1. Drive from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station)car 28.8 mi
37 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station)taxi 28.8 mi
37 min
$100–130

Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station) by foot and tram

766Weekly Services

1h 51mAverage Duration

$2Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station).

Launch map view

Distance: 35.3 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Santa Monica Pier, CA, USA and Downtown Long Beach (Station), CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach Station via Downtown Santa Monica Station and Pico Station in around 1h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Santa Monica Pier to Downtown Long Beach (Station) via 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place, LAX / Metro Transit Center, and Downtown Long Beach Station in around 3h 3m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Travelling Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast by boat, bus, car and train, Flying into Beijing?, and Getting to Rome from the airport - to help you get the most out of your next trip.