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

The cheapest way to get from Solvang to Santa Monica is to drive which costs $20 - $29 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solvang to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $20 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Solvang and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from Solvang to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from Solvang Park and arriving at Pico Wb & Lincoln Fs via Buellton, CA, LAX Terminal 6 Lower Level and LAX/Metro Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Solvang to Santa Monica?

The distance between Solvang and Santa Monica is 157 miles. The road distance is 117.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solvang to Santa Monica without a car is to bus which takes 5h 33m and costs $80 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Solvang to Santa Monica, including transfers.

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

Solvang to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Buellton, CA station.

Where does the Solvang to Santa Monica bus arrive?

Solvang to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Can I drive from Solvang to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Solvang to Santa Monica is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Solvang to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 3232+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

Solvang to Santa Monica - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buellton, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
5h 33m
$81–96
Drive 116.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Solvang to Santa Monicacar 116.9 mi
2h 24m
$20–29
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
6h 21m
Bus, train, line 761 bus
1. Take the bus from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop to Santa Barbarabus
2. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Van Nuystrain
3. Take the bus from Van Nuys / Keswick to Westwood / Weyburnbus 761 / ...
6h 28m

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Distance: 156.3 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

Central Coast Shuttle operates a bus from Buellton, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CA every 4 hours. Tickets cost $80–95 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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