What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Little Tokyo?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Little Tokyo is to tram which costs $2 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Little Tokyo?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Little Tokyo is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Little Tokyo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wilshire / 11th and arriving at 6th / Main. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Monica and Little Tokyo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Downtown Santa Monica Station station and arriving at Little Tokyo / Arts District Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Little Tokyo?

The distance between Santa Monica and Little Tokyo is 17 miles. The road distance is 16.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Little Tokyo without a car is to tram which takes 50 min and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Little Tokyo?

The tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Little Tokyo / Arts District Station takes 50 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Little Tokyo bus from?

Santa Monica to Little Tokyo bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Wilshire / 11th station.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Little Tokyo train from?

Santa Monica to Little Tokyo train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Downtown Santa Monica Station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Little Tokyo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santa Monica to Little Tokyo train arrive?

Santa Monica to Little Tokyo train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Little Tokyo / Arts District Station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Little Tokyo?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Little Tokyo is 16 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Santa Monica to Little Tokyo.

Where can I stay near Little Tokyo?

There are 3155+ hotels available in Little Tokyo.

Santa Monica to Little Tokyo - 4 ways to travel via tram, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Monica to Little Tokyo by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Little Tokyo / Arts District Stationtram Metro E Line
50 min
$2
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wilshire / 11th to 6th / Mainbus 20
1h 5m
$1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santa Monica to Little Tokyotaxi 16.1 mi
18 min
$55–70
Drive 16.1 mi
1. Drive from Santa Monica to Little Tokyocar 16.1 mi
18 min
$3–5

Santa Monica to Little Tokyo by tram

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Distance: 16.9 mi
Duration: 50 min

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

Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Little Tokyo / Arts District Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, Metro Los Angeles operates a bus from Wilshire / 11th to 6th / Main hourly. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Big Blue Bus also services this route twice daily.

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