What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Indio?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Indio is to tram and bus which costs $16 - $30 and takes 4h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Indio?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Indio is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica Pier and Indio?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica Pier to Indio. However, there are services departing from 2nd / Broadway and arriving at Indio via Downtown Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Santa Monica Pier to Indio?

The distance between Santa Monica Pier and Indio is 151 miles. The road distance is 142 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Monica Pier to Indio without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Indio without a car is to line 33 bus and bus which takes 4h 14m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica Pier to Indio?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Santa Monica Pier to Indio, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica Pier to Indio bus from?

Santa Monica Pier to Indio bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 2nd / Broadway station.

Where does the Santa Monica Pier to Indio bus arrive?

Santa Monica Pier to Indio bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Main / 7th station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica Pier to Indio?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica Pier to Indio is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Santa Monica Pier to Indio.

Where can I stay near Indio?

There are 1390+ hotels available in Indio.

Santa Monica Pier to Indio - 5 ways to travel via train, line 33 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Santa Monica Pier to Indio by bus, train, car, tram, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Line 33 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from 2nd / Broadway to Main / 7thbus 33
2. Take the bus from Downtown Los Angeles to Indiobus San Jose / ...
4h 14m
$31–67
Tram, bus
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Maravilla Stationtram Metro E Line
2. Take the bus from East Los Angeles to Indiobus Huntington Park
4h 36m
$17–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Fontanatrain SB Line
2. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio Bus Stationbus Huntington Park
5h 56m
$58–77
Drive 141.1 mi
1. Drive from Santa Monica Pier to Indiocar 141.1 mi
2h 26m
$26–38
Line 33 bus, bus via Indio Bus Station
1. Take the bus from 2nd / Broadway to Patsaouras Transit Plazabus 33
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
4h 38m
$21–37

Santa Monica Pier to Indio by bus

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4h 14mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149.8 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Santa Monica Pier, CA, USA and Indio, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from 2nd / Broadway to Indio via Main / 7th and Downtown Los Angeles in around 4h 14m.

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