What is the cheapest way to get from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica is to tram which costs $2 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between USC Hotel, Los Angeles and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from Figueroa / Exposition and arriving at Wilshire / Lincoln via Wilshire / Alvarado. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between USC Hotel, Los Angeles and Santa Monica?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jefferson / USC Station station and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica?

The distance between USC Hotel, Los Angeles and Santa Monica is 14 miles. The road distance is 13.9 miles.

How do I travel from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica without a car?

The best way to get from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica without a car is to tram which takes 43 min and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica?

The tram from Jefferson / USC Station to Downtown Santa Monica Station takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica bus from?

USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Figueroa / Exposition station.

Where do I catch the USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica train from?

USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Jefferson / USC Station.

Where does the USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica bus arrive?

USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Alvarado / 7th station.

Where does the USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica train arrive?

USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Downtown Santa Monica Station.

Can I drive from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica is 14 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 3087+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica - 4 ways to travel via tram

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There are 4 ways to get from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
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1. Take the tram from Jefferson / USC Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
43 min
$2
Line 2 bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Figueroa / Exposition to Alvarado / 7thbus 2
2. Take the bus from Wilshire / Alvarado to Wilshire / Lincolnbus 20
1h 45m
$3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monicataxi 13.8 mi
16 min
$55–70
Drive 13.8 mi
1. Drive from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monicacar 13.8 mi
16 min
$3–4

USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica by foot and tram

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Distance: 13.4 mi
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between USC Hotel, Los Angeles, CA, USA and Santa Monica, CA, USA?

Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from Jefferson / USC Station to Downtown Santa Monica Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Wilshire / Lincoln via Figueroa / Exposition, Alvarado / 7th, and Wilshire / Alvarado in around 1h 45m.

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