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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Koreatown is to tram which costs $2 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Koreatown is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $60 - $75.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 5th / Santa Monica and arriving at Wilshire / Harvard. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct train between Santa Monica Pier and Koreatown?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Downtown Santa Monica Station station and arriving at Expo / Vermont Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Santa Monica Pier to Koreatown?

The distance between Santa Monica Pier and Koreatown is 13 miles. The road distance is 13.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Koreatown without a car is to tram which takes 36 min and costs $2.

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

The tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Expo / Vermont Station takes 32 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Santa Monica Pier to Koreatown bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 5th / Santa Monica station.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica Pier to Koreatown train from?

Santa Monica Pier to Koreatown train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Downtown Santa Monica Station.

Where does the Santa Monica Pier to Koreatown bus arrive?

Santa Monica Pier to Koreatown bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Wilshire / Harvard station.

Where does the Santa Monica Pier to Koreatown train arrive?

Santa Monica Pier to Koreatown train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Expo / Vermont Station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica Pier to Koreatown?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica Pier to Koreatown is 13 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Santa Monica Pier to Koreatown.

Where can I stay near Koreatown?

There are 3477+ hotels available in Koreatown.

Santa Monica Pier to Koreatown - 5 ways to travel via tram, and line 20 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Santa Monica Pier to Koreatown by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Expo / Vermont Stationtram Metro E Line
36 min
$2
Line 20 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Wilshire / Harvardbus 20
55 min
$1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santa Monica Pier to Koreatowntaxi 13.1 mi
16 min
$60–75
Drive 13.1 mi
1. Drive from Santa Monica Pier to Koreatowncar 13.1 mi
16 min
$3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place to Western Nb & Wilshire Fsbus 7
1h 6m
$1–2

Santa Monica Pier to Koreatown by foot and tram

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Distance: 12.4 mi
Duration: 36 min

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

Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Expo / Vermont Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, Metro Los Angeles operates a bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Wilshire / Harvard hourly. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 47 min.

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