What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles is to tram which costs $2 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $65 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica Pier and USC Hotel, Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles. However, there are services departing from 5th / Colorado and arriving at Figueroa / Exposition via Alvarado / 7th. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Monica Pier and USC Hotel, Los Angeles?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Downtown Santa Monica Station station and arriving at Jefferson / USC Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles?

The distance between Santa Monica Pier and USC Hotel, Los Angeles is 14 miles. The road distance is 14.1 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles without a car is to tram which takes 47 min and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles?

The tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Jefferson / USC Station takes 36 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles train from?

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

Where does the Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles bus arrive?

Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Wilshire / Alvarado station.

Where does the Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles train arrive?

Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Jefferson / USC Station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles is 14 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles.

Where can I stay near USC Hotel, Los Angeles?

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Jefferson / USC Stationtram Metro E Line
47 min
$2
Line 720 bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to Wilshire / Alvaradobus 720 / ...
2. Take the bus from Alvarado / 7th to Figueroa / Expositionbus 2
1h 51m
$3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angelestaxi 14 mi
16 min
$65–80
Drive 14 mi
1. Drive from Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angelescar 14 mi
16 min
$3–4

Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles by foot and tram

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Distance: 13.7 mi
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Santa Monica Pier, CA, USA and USC Hotel, Los Angeles, CA, USA?

Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Jefferson / USC Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Santa Monica Pier to USC Hotel, Los Angeles via 5th / Colorado, Wilshire / Alvarado, Alvarado / 7th, and Figueroa / Exposition in around 1h 51m.

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