What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach is to tram which costs $4 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Port of Long Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach. However, there are services departing from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place and arriving at Queensway Dr & State Univ S via LAX / Metro Transit Center and 1st & Shelter B N. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Monica and Port of Long Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Monica station to Port of Long Beach station. However, there are services departing from Downtown Santa Monica Station and arriving at 1st Street Station via Pico Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach?

The distance between Santa Monica and Port of Long Beach is 36 miles. The road distance is 28.8 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach without a car is to tram which takes 2h 7m and costs $4.

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach?

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach bus from?

Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, depart from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place station.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach train from?

Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Downtown Santa Monica Station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, arrive at LAX/Metro Transit Center station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach train arrive?

Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Pico Station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach is 29 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach.

Where can I stay near Port of Long Beach?

There are 736+ hotels available in Port of Long Beach.

Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach - 4 ways to travel via tram, and line 3 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach by tram, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram
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1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Pico Stationtram Metro E Line
2. Take the tram from Pico Station to 1st Street Stationtram Metro A Line
2h 7m
$4
Line 3 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place to LAX/Metro Transit Centerbus 3
2. Take the bus from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Downtown Long Beach Stationbus 232
3h 18m
$4–5
Drive 28.6 mi
1. Drive from Santa Monica to Port of Long Beachcar 28.6 mi
41 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santa Monica to Port of Long Beachtaxi 28.6 mi
41 min
$100–130

Santa Monica to Port of Long Beach by tram and bus

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2h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 35.9 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Santa Monica, CA, USA and Port of Long Beach, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Queensway Dr & State Univ S via Pico Station, 1st Street Station, and 1st & Shelter B N in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place to Queensway Dr & State Univ S via LAX / Metro Transit Center, Downtown Long Beach Station, and 1st & Shelter B N in around 3h 18m.

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