What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Fresno?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Fresno is to line 761 bus and bus which costs $28 - $45 and takes 6h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Fresno?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Fresno is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Fresno?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Fresno. However, there are services departing from Wilshire / 14th and arriving at Fresno, CA via Westwood / Lindbrook and Los Angeles - Pacoima. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Fresno?

The distance between Santa Monica and Fresno is 228 miles. The road distance is 218.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Fresno without a car is to line 761 bus and bus which takes 6h 53m and costs $28 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Fresno?

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Santa Monica to Fresno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Fresno bus from?

Santa Monica to Fresno bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Westwood / Lindbrook station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Fresno bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Fresno bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Van Nuys / Laurel Canyon station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Fresno?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Fresno is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Santa Monica to Fresno.

Where can I stay near Fresno?

There are 132+ hotels available in Fresno.

Santa Monica to Fresno - 4 ways to travel via line 761 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Monica to Fresno by bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Line 761 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Westwood / Lindbrook to Van Nuys / Laurel Canyonbus 761 / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to Fresno, CAbus Nogales
6h 53m
$28–44
Drive 217 mi
1. Drive from Santa Monica to Fresnocar 217 mi
3h 41m
$40–58
Line 3 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place to LAX/Metro Transit Centerbus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)plane LAX - FAT
4h 15m
$252–654
Line 33 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Patsaouras Transit Plazabus 33
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Fresno Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
7h 13m
$37–72

Santa Monica to Fresno by bus

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6h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 226.3 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Wilshire / 14th to Fresno, CA via Wilshire / Westwood, Westwood / Lindbrook, Van Nuys / Laurel Canyon, and Los Angeles - Pacoima in around 6h 53m.

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