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How to get fromSanta Monica to Perrisby tram, train, bus, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Monica to Perris by tram, train, bus, or car

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  1. Tram, train

    best
    1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Linestram tram Metro E Line
    2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Perris - Downtowntrain train 91-PV Line
    4h 1m
    $15–20

  2. Line 33 bus, train

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Patsaouras Transit Plazabus bus 33
    2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Perris - Downtowntrain train 91-PV Line
    4h 43m
    $13–18

  3. Line 33 bus, train, line 22 bus

    1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Cesar E Chavez / Alamedabus bus 33
    2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Riversidetrain train
    3. Take the bus from Vine St. Mobility Hub to Perris Transit Centerbus bus 22
    5h 52m
    $33–60

  4. Drive  85.6 mi

    1. Drive from Santa Monica to Perriscar car 85.6 mi
    1h 29m
    $16–23

Santa Monica to Perris by tram, subway, and train

Calendar29Weekly Services
Duration4h 1mAverage Duration
Ticket$15Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 97.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 1m

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

There is no direct connection from Santa Monica to Perris. However, you can take the vehicle to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines, walk to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines, take the subway to Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, walk to L.A. Union Station, then take the train to Perris - Downtown. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Perris Transit Center via Cesar E Chavez / Alameda, Los Angeles, Riverside, and Vine St. Mobility Hub in around 5h 52m.

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