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

The cheapest way to get from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica State Beach is to tram which costs $2 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica State Beach is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $70 - $85.

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

No, there is no direct bus from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica State Beach. However, there are services departing from Figueroa / Exposition and arriving at Wilshire / 6th via Wilshire / Alvarado. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

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

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 State Beach?

The distance between USC Hotel, Los Angeles and Santa Monica State Beach is 15 miles. The road distance is 15 miles.

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

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 State Beach bus from?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica State Beach is 15 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica State Beach.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica State Beach?

There are 2493+ hotels available in Santa Monica State Beach.

USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica State Beach

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

The best way to get from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica State Beach without a car is to tram which takes 1h 6m and costs $2.

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

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1. Take the tram from Jefferson / USC Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
1h 6m
$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 / 6thbus 20
2h 2m
$3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica State Beachtaxi 14.9 mi
18 min
$70–85
Drive 14.9 mi
1. Drive from USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica State Beachcar 14.9 mi
18 min
$3–4

USC Hotel, Los Angeles to Santa Monica State Beach by foot and bus

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Distance: 14.6 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between USC Hotel, Los Angeles, CA, USA and Santa Monica State Beach, 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 Santa Monica State Beach via Figueroa / Exposition, Alvarado / 7th, Wilshire / Alvarado, and Wilshire / 6th in around 2h 2m.

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