What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Silver Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Silver Lake is to line 4 bus which costs $1 - $2 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Silver Lake?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Silver Lake is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Silver Lake?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santa Monica / Lincoln and arriving at Sunset / Descanso. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Monica and Silver Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Monica station to Silver Lake station. However, there are services departing from Downtown Santa Monica Station and arriving at Vermont / Santa Monica Station via 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Silver Lake?

The distance between Santa Monica and Silver Lake is 21 miles. The road distance is 15.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Silver Lake without a car is to tram which takes 1h 12m and costs $4 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Silver Lake?

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Santa Monica to Silver Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Silver Lake bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Silver Lake train from?

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

Where does the Santa Monica to Silver Lake bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Silver Lake bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Sunset / Descanso station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Silver Lake train arrive?

Santa Monica to Silver Lake train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Silver Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Silver Lake is 16 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Santa Monica to Silver Lake.

Where can I stay near Silver Lake?

There are 3229+ hotels available in Silver Lake.

Santa Monica to Silver Lake - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 4 bus, and taxi

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

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Linestram Metro E Line
1h 12m
$5–6
Line 4 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Monica / Lincoln to Sunset / Descansobus 4
1h 26m
$1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santa Monica to Silver Laketaxi 15.8 mi
22 min
$55–70
Drive 15.8 mi
1. Drive from Santa Monica to Silver Lakecar 15.8 mi
22 min
$3–5

Santa Monica to Silver Lake by tram, subway, and bus

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1h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 20.6 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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

Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, Metro Los Angeles operates a bus from Santa Monica / Lincoln to Sunset / Descanso every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 1h 26m.

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