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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Pershing Square is to bus which costs $1 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Pershing Square is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica Pier and Pershing Square?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santa Monica Eb & 4Th Fs and arriving at Figueroa Nb & 5Th Ns. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Monica Pier and Pershing Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Downtown Santa Monica Station station and arriving at 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Santa Monica Pier to Pershing Square?

The distance between Santa Monica Pier and Pershing Square is 16 miles. The road distance is 15.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Pershing Square without a car is to tram which takes 58 min and costs $2.

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

The tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Santa Monica Pier to Pershing Square bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, depart from Santa Monica Eb & 4Th Fs station.

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

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

Where does the Santa Monica Pier to Pershing Square bus arrive?

Santa Monica Pier to Pershing Square bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, arrive at Figueroa Nb & 5Th Ns station.

Where does the Santa Monica Pier to Pershing Square train arrive?

Santa Monica Pier to Pershing Square train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines.

Can I drive from Santa Monica Pier to Pershing Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica Pier to Pershing Square is 15 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Santa Monica Pier to Pershing Square.

Where can I stay near Pershing Square?

There are 2743+ hotels available in Pershing Square.

Santa Monica Pier to Pershing Square - 6 ways to travel via tram, bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Santa Monica Pier to Pershing Square by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Linestram Metro E Line
58 min
$2
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Monica Eb & 4Th Fs to Figueroa Nb & 5Th Nsbus R10
1h 15m
$1
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santa Monica Pier to Pershing Squaretaxi 15.2 mi
17 min
$50–65
Drive 15.2 mi
1. Drive from Santa Monica Pier to Pershing Squarecar 15.2 mi
17 min
$3–4
Line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to 6th / Hillbus 20
1h 16m
$1–2
Line 20 bus via 5th / Santa Monica
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to 6th / Hillbus 20
1h 17m
$1–2

Santa Monica Pier to Pershing Square by foot and tram

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Distance: 16 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, Big Blue Bus operates a bus from Santa Monica Eb & 4Th Fs to Figueroa Nb & 5Th Ns twice daily. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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