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

The cheapest way to get from Silver Lake to Santa Monica Pier is to line 4 bus which costs $1 - $2 and takes 1h 36m.

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

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

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sunset / Descanso and arriving at 5th / Colorado. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Silver Lake station to Santa Monica Pier station. However, there are services departing from Vermont / Santa Monica Station and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Silver Lake to Santa Monica Pier?

The distance between Silver Lake and Santa Monica Pier is 18 miles. The road distance is 16 miles.

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

The best way to get from Silver Lake to Santa Monica Pier without a car is to line 4 bus via 5th / Colorado which takes 1h 13m and costs $1 - $2.

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

The line 4 bus from Sunset / Descanso to 5th / Colorado takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Silver Lake to Santa Monica Pier bus arrive?

Silver Lake to Santa Monica Pier bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at 5th / Colorado station.

Where does the Silver Lake to Santa Monica Pier train arrive?

Silver Lake to Santa Monica Pier train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Downtown Santa Monica Station.

Can I drive from Silver Lake to Santa Monica Pier?

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

Where can I stay near Santa Monica Pier?

There are 3230+ hotels available in Santa Monica Pier.

Silver Lake to Santa Monica Pier - 5 ways to travel via line 4 bus, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Silver Lake to Santa Monica Pier by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 4 bus via 5th / Colorado
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1. Take the bus from Sunset / Descanso to 5th / Coloradobus 4
1h 13m
$1–2
Tram
1. Take the tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
1h 21m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Silver Lake to Santa Monica Piertaxi 15.9 mi
22 min
$55–70
Drive 15.9 mi
1. Drive from Silver Lake to Santa Monica Piercar 15.9 mi
22 min
$3–5
Line 4 bus
1. Take the bus from Sunset / Descanso to Broadway / Oceanbus 4
1h 36m
$1–2

Silver Lake to Santa Monica Pier by bus and foot

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Distance: 17.8 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

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

Metro Los Angeles operates a bus from Sunset / Descanso to 5th / Colorado hourly. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 47 min.

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