What is the cheapest way to get from Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station?

The cheapest way to get from Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station is to bus which costs $1 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station?

The fastest way to get from Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Third Street Promenade and Los Angeles Union Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santa Monica Eb & 4Th Fs and arriving at Alameda Nb & Los Angeles Fs. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Third Street Promenade and Los Angeles Union Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Downtown Santa Monica Station station and arriving at Little Tokyo / Arts District Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How long does it take to get from Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station?

The tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Little Tokyo / Arts District Station takes 50 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station bus from?

Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, depart from Santa Monica Eb & 4Th Fs station.

Where do I catch the Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station train from?

Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Downtown Santa Monica Station.

Can I drive from Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station is 17 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station.

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Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station

Q: How far is it from Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station?

The distance between Third Street Promenade and Los Angeles Union Station is 18 miles. The road distance is 17.2 miles.

Q: How do I travel from Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station without a car?

The best way to get from Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station without a car is to tram which takes 1h 13m and costs $2.

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There are 5 ways to get from Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Little Tokyo / Arts District Stationtram Metro E Line
1h 13m
$2
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Monica Eb & 4Th Fs to Alameda Nb & Los Angeles Fsbus R10
1h 15m
$1
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Stationtaxi 17.1 mi
20 min
$55–70
Drive 17.1 mi
1. Drive from Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Stationcar 17.1 mi
20 min
$4–5
Line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from 2nd / Santa Monica to Cesar E Chavez / Vignesbus 33
1h 33m
$1–2

Third Street Promenade to Los Angeles Union Station by foot and tram

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Distance: 18.1 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Third Street Promenade, CA, USA and Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles County, CA, USA?

Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Little Tokyo / Arts District Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, Big Blue Bus operates a bus from Santa Monica Eb & 4Th Fs to Alameda Nb & Los Angeles Fs twice daily. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 1h 7m.

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