What is the cheapest way to get from Ventura to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from Ventura to Santa Monica is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ventura to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from Ventura to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Ventura and Santa Monica?

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

How far is it from Ventura to Santa Monica?

The distance between Ventura and Santa Monica is 79 miles. The road distance is 56.9 miles.

How do I travel from Ventura to Santa Monica without a car?

The best way to get from Ventura to Santa Monica without a car is to train and line 761 bus which takes 3h 20m and costs $20 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Ventura to Santa Monica?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Ventura to Santa Monica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ventura to Santa Monica bus from?

Ventura to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Ventura, CA station.

Where does the Ventura to Santa Monica bus arrive?

Ventura to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Can I drive from Ventura to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Ventura to Santa Monica is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Ventura to Santa Monica.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ventura to Santa Monica?

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Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 3230+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

Ventura to Santa Monica - 3 ways to travel via train, line 761 bus, car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ventura to Santa Monica by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 761 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ventura Amtrak to Van Nuystrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Van Nuys / Keswick to Westwood / Weyburnbus 761 / ...
3h 20m
$21–41
Drive 56.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ventura to Santa Monicacar 56.5 mi
1h 16m
$11–15
Bus, line 3 bus
1. Take the bus from Ventura, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from LAX/Metro Transit Center to 4Th Nb & Santa Monica Nsbus 3
4h 6m
$62–76

Ventura to Santa Monica by train and bus

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3h 20mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 79 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Ventura, Ventura County, CA, USA and Santa Monica, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Ventura, CA to 4Th Nb & Santa Monica Ns via Los Angeles Airport, CA, LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop, LAX Terminal 7 Shared Rides Stop, LAX Terminal 6 Lower Level, Metro Transit Center Bay 2, and LAX/Metro Transit Center in around 4h 6m.

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