What is the cheapest way to get from Venice Beach to Silver Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Venice Beach to Silver Lake is to line 18 bus and line 4 bus which costs $2 - $3 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Venice Beach to Silver Lake?

The fastest way to get from Venice Beach to Silver Lake is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Venice Beach and Silver Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Venice Beach to Silver Lake. However, there are services departing from Via Dolce Nb & Dell Alley Fs and arriving at Sunset / Descanso via Santa Monica / 4th. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Venice Beach and Silver Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Venice Beach station to Silver Lake station. However, there are services departing from Downtown Santa Monica Station and arriving at Vermont / Santa Monica Station via 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Venice Beach to Silver Lake?

The distance between Venice Beach and Silver Lake is 23 miles. The road distance is 15.3 miles.

How do I travel from Venice Beach to Silver Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Venice Beach to Silver Lake without a car is to tram which takes 1h 29m and costs $6 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Venice Beach to Silver Lake?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Venice Beach to Silver Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Venice Beach to Silver Lake bus from?

Venice Beach to Silver Lake bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, depart from Via Dolce Nb & Dell Alley Fs station.

Where do I catch the Venice Beach to Silver Lake train from?

Venice Beach to Silver Lake train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Downtown Santa Monica Station.

Where does the Venice Beach to Silver Lake bus arrive?

Venice Beach to Silver Lake bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, arrive at Santa Monica Eb & 4Th Fs station.

Where does the Venice Beach to Silver Lake train arrive?

Venice Beach to Silver Lake train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines.

Can I drive from Venice Beach to Silver Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Venice Beach to Silver Lake is 15 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Venice Beach to Silver Lake.

Where can I stay near Silver Lake?

There are 2636+ hotels available in Silver Lake.

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There are 5 ways to get from Venice Beach to Silver Lake by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Linestram Metro E Line
1h 29m
$6–7
Line 18 bus, line 4 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Via Dolce Nb & Dell Alley Fs to Santa Monica Eb & 4Th Fsbus 18
2. Take the bus from Santa Monica / 4th to Sunset / Descansobus 4
1h 59m
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Venice Beach to Silver Laketaxi 15.2 mi
27 min
$50–65
Drive 15.2 mi
1. Drive from Venice Beach to Silver Lakecar 15.2 mi
27 min
$3–4
Line 18 bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Via Dolce Nb & Dell Alley Fs to Gayley Nb & Le Conte Fsbus 18
2. Take the bus from Le Conte / Broxton to Sunset / Descansobus 2
2h 8m
$2–3

Venice Beach to Silver Lake by bus, tram, and subway

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Distance: 23 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Venice Beach, CA, USA and Silver Lake, CA, USA?

Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Via Dolce Nb & Dell Alley Fs to Sunset / Descanso via Santa Monica / 4th in around 1h 59m.

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