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How to get fromSouth Pasadena to Santa Catalina Islandby tram, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from South Pasadena to Santa Catalina Island by tram, ferry, or bus

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  1. Tram, ferry

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    1. Take the tram from South Pasadena Station to Downtown Long Beach Stationtram tram Metro A Line
    2. Take the ferry from Long Beach to Avalonferry ferry Long Beach
    3h 39m
    $30–47

  2. Bus, line 61 bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from Fair Oaks / Mission to Artesia Stationbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Artesia Station Bay 3 to 1st & Shelter G Sbus bus 61 / ...
    3. Take the ferry from Long Beach to Avalonferry ferry
    5h 14m
    $34–51

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Map of how to get from South Pasadena to Santa Catalina Island.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 62.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between South Pasadena, CA, USA and Santa Catalina Island, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from South Pasadena to Santa Catalina Island. However, you can take the vehicle to Downtown Long Beach Station, walk to Long Beach, then take the ferry to Avalon. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fair Oaks / Mission to Avalon via Artesia Station Bay 3, 1st & Shelter B N, Catalina Landing N, and Long Beach in around 5h 14m.

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