What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Olvera Street?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Olvera Street is to tram which costs $2 and takes 1h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Olvera Street?

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

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Olvera Street?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 2nd / Broadway and arriving at Cesar E Chavez / Alameda. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Monica and Olvera Street?

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 Olvera Street?

The distance between Santa Monica and Olvera Street is 18 miles. The road distance is 16.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Olvera Street without a car is to tram which takes 1h 3m and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Olvera Street?

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 Olvera Street bus from?

Santa Monica to Olvera Street bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 2nd / Broadway station.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Olvera Street train from?

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

Where does the Santa Monica to Olvera Street bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Olvera Street bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Olvera Street train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Olvera Street?

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

Where can I stay near Olvera Street?

There are 3405+ hotels available in Olvera Street.

Santa Monica to Olvera Street - 5 ways to travel via tram, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Santa Monica to Olvera Street 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
1h 3m
$2
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 2nd / Broadway to Cesar E Chavez / Alamedabus 33
1h 31m
$1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santa Monica to Olvera Streettaxi 16.1 mi
18 min
$55–70
Drive 16.1 mi
1. Drive from Santa Monica to Olvera Streetcar 16.1 mi
18 min
$3–5
Line 4 bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Monica / Lincoln to Cesar E Chavez / New Highbus 4
1h 45m
$1–2

Santa Monica to Olvera Street by tram and foot

766Weekly Services

1h 3mAverage Duration

$2Cheapest Price

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Distance: 17.6 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Santa Monica, CA, USA and Olvera Street, 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 2nd / Broadway to Cesar E Chavez / Alameda every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Big Blue Bus also services this route twice daily.

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