What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $22 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica Pier and The J. Paul Getty Museum?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum. However, there are services departing from 5th / Colorado and arriving at Church / 405 Fwy Off-Ramp via Westwood / Lindbrook. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum?

The distance between Santa Monica Pier and The J. Paul Getty Museum is 11 miles. The road distance is 5.7 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum without a car is to bus and line 761 bus which takes 1h 41m and costs $2 - $4.

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum?

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum bus from?

Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 5th / Colorado station.

Where does the Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum bus arrive?

Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Wilshire / Westwood station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum is 6 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum.

Where can I stay near The J. Paul Getty Museum?

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum by bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Bus, line 761 bus
best
1. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to Wilshire / Westwoodbus 720
2. Take the bus from Westwood / Lindbrook to Church / 405 Fwy Off-Rampbus 233 / ...
1h 41m
$2–4
Drive 5.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museumcar 5.7 mi
12 min
$1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museumtaxi 5.7 mi
12 min
$22–27
Tram, line 15 bus
1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Expo / Bundy Stationtram Metro E Line
2. Take the bus from Bundy Nb & Exposition Fs to Barrington Pl Nb & Chayote St Nsbus 15
2h 27m
$3

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Distance: 11.2 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between Santa Monica Pier, CA, USA and The J. Paul Getty Museum, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Santa Monica Pier to The J. Paul Getty Museum via 5th / Colorado, Wilshire / Westwood, Westwood / Lindbrook, and Church / 405 Fwy Off-Ramp in around 1h 41m.

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