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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Helendale is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Helendale is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Helendale?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Helendale. However, there are services departing from Wilshire / Lincoln and arriving at Vista Rd EB & Helendale Rd via 612 Wall St - Los Angeles, Orange Way EB & Sierra Ave and VVTC - Dock 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Monica and Helendale?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Monica station to Helendale. However, there are services departing from Downtown Santa Monica Station and arriving at Victorville Amtrak via 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Helendale?

The distance between Santa Monica and Helendale is 149 miles. The road distance is 114.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Helendale without a car is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs $40 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Santa Monica to Helendale, including transfers.

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

Santa Monica to Helendale bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Wilshire / Lincoln station.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Helendale train from?

Santa Monica to Helendale train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Santa Monica to Helendale?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Helendale is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs $40 - $95. Alternatively, you can line 20 bus and bus, which costs $40 - $75 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Santa Monica to Helendale bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Helendale bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at 6th / Main station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Helendale train arrive?

Santa Monica to Helendale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Victorville Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Helendale?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Helendale is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Santa Monica to Helendale.

Where can I stay near Helendale?

There are 14+ hotels available in Helendale.

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Monica to Helendale by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Victorville Amtraktrain Southwest Chief
6h 18m
$40–91
Drive 113.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Monica to Helendalecar 113.5 mi
2h 1m
$21–30
Line 20 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Wilshire / Lincoln to 6th / Mainbus 20
2. Take the bus from 612 Wall St - Los Angeles to Fontana Metrolink Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Orange Way EB & Sierra Ave to VVTC - Dock 6bus 15
7h 13m
$44–71

Santa Monica to Helendale by tram, subway, train, and bus (Amtrak)

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6h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 148 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Victorville Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wilshire / Lincoln to Vista Rd EB & Helendale Rd via 6th / Main, 612 Wall St - Los Angeles, Orange Way EB & Sierra Ave, VVTC - Dock 6, and VVTC - Dock 5 in around 7h 13m.

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