What is the cheapest way to get from University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica is to bus and tram which costs $3 - $11 and takes 4h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between University of California, Riverside and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from Riverside and arriving at 5th / Santa Monica via Patsaouras Transit Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between University of California, Riverside and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct train from University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica station. However, there are services departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines and 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Where do I catch the University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica bus from?

University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Riverside station.

Where do I catch the University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica train from?

University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Riverside - Downtown station.

Can I drive from University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

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University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica

Q: How far is it from University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica?

The distance between University of California, Riverside and Santa Monica is 91 miles. The road distance is 70.9 miles.

Q: How do I travel from University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica without a car?

The best way to get from University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica without a car is to bus and line 33 bus which takes 3h 41m and costs $12 - $21.

Q: How long does it take to get from University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica, including transfers.

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There are 5 ways to get from University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica by bus (Flixbus), train, tram, car, or bus

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Bus, line 33 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Riverside to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2015 / ...
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
3h 41m
$12–20
Bus, tram
cheapest
1. Take the bus from UCR at Bannockburn Village to Richton 5091 at Montclair TransCenterbus 204
2. Take the bus from Montclair Transit Center to Flower St and 12th Stbus 707
3. Take the tram from Pico Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
4h 1m
$4–11
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain 91-PV Line / ...
2. Take the tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
3h 52m
$14–20
Drive 70.5 mi
1. Drive from University of California, Riverside to Santa Monicacar 70.5 mi
1h 13m
$13–19
Train, line 33 bus
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain 91-PV Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
4h 51m
$11–18

University of California, Riverside to Santa Monica by foot and bus

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Distance: 90.2 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between University of California, Riverside, CA, USA and Santa Monica, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from University of California, Riverside to 5th / Santa Monica via Riverside, Los Angeles Downtown, and Patsaouras Transit Plaza in around 3h 41m.

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