What is the cheapest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Vandenberg Space Force Base and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from Vandenberg Air Force Base and arriving at 4Th Nb & Santa Monica Ns via Santa Maria Airport, CA, LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop, LAX Terminal 6 Lower Level and LAX/Metro Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Vandenberg Space Force Base and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct train from Vandenberg Space Force Base station to Santa Monica station. However, there are services departing from Lompoc-Surf Station 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 5h 53m.

How far is it from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica?

The distance between Vandenberg Space Force Base and Santa Monica is 205 miles. The road distance is 147.4 miles.

How long does it take to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica?

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica bus from?

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Santa Maria Airport, CA station.

Where do I catch the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica train from?

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lompoc-Surf Station.

Train or bus from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica?

The best way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica is to train which takes 5h 53m and costs $70 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $110 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica bus arrive?

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Where does the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica train arrive?

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

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Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica - 3 ways to travel via train

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There are 3 ways to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monica by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Lompoc-Surf Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 53m
$70–137
Drive 146.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Santa Monicacar 146.6 mi
2h 54m
$27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
7h 17m
$88–105

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Distance: 203.6 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA, USA and Santa Monica, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Lompoc-Surf Station to Los Angeles 3 times a day. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, Central Coast Shuttle operates a bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CA every 4 hours. Tickets cost $85–105 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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