What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Temecula?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Temecula is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Temecula?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Temecula is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Temecula?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Temecula. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Downtown and arriving at Temecula Bus Stop via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Temecula?

The distance between Santa Monica and Temecula is 123 miles. The road distance is 99.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Temecula without a car is to bus which takes 4h 51m and costs $19 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Temecula?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Santa Monica to Temecula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Temecula bus from?

Santa Monica to Temecula bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Los Angeles Downtown station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Temecula bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Temecula bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Temecula Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Temecula?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Temecula is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Santa Monica to Temecula.

Where can I stay near Temecula?

There are 214+ hotels available in Temecula.

Santa Monica to Temecula - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Monica to Temecula by bus (Flixbus), train, bus, or car

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Temecula Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2015
4h 51m
$20–31
Drive 98.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Monica to Temeculacar 98.9 mi
1h 43m
$19–27
Train, bus
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtowntrain 91-PV Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Riverside to Temecula Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2015
6h 1m
$20–30

Santa Monica to Temecula by tram, subway, and bus (Flixbus)

7Weekly Services

4h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 122.5 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Temecula Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $16–27 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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