What is the cheapest way to get from UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica is to bus and train and line 33 bus which costs $15 - $24 and takes 6h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between UCSD Central Campus Station and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from San Diego and arriving at 5th / Santa Monica via Patsaouras Transit Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between UCSD Central Campus Station and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct train from UCSD Central Campus Station station to Santa Monica station. However, there are services departing from UCSD Central Campus Station and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, Union Station - Metro B & D Lines and 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica?

The distance between UCSD Central Campus Station and Santa Monica is 151 miles. The road distance is 120.4 miles.

Where do I catch the UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica bus from?

UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Diego station.

Where do I catch the UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica train from?

UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Train or bus from UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica?

The best way to get from UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs $40 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 33 bus, which costs $19 - $35 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica bus arrive?

UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.

Where does the UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica train arrive?

UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 2501+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica - 6 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica, including transfers.

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There are 6 ways to get from UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), train, bus, car, tram, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 4m
$41–101
Bus, train, line 33 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gilman Dr & Myers Dr to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to L.A. Union Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
6h 50m
$16–24
Bus, line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2006 / ...
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
5h 10m
$20–32
Train, line 33 bus
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
6h 2m
$34–77
Drive 119.7 mi
1. Drive from UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monicacar 119.7 mi
2h 11m
$22–32
Tram, fly
1. Take the tram from UCSD Central Campus Station to Old Town Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SAN - LAX
3. Take the tram from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Expo / Crenshaw K-Line Stationtram
4. Take the tram from Expo / Crenshaw E-Line Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
4h 5m
$166–668

UCSD Central Campus Station to Santa Monica by tram, train, and subway (Amtrak)

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Distance: 150 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between UCSD Central Campus Station, CA, USA and Santa Monica, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $35–85 and the journey takes 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from UCSD Central Campus Station to 5th / Santa Monica via San Diego, Los Angeles Downtown, and Patsaouras Transit Plaza in around 5h 10m.

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