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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Ventura and Santa Monica Pier?

No, there is no direct bus from Ventura to Santa Monica Pier. However, there are services departing from Ventura, CA and arriving at 4Th Nb & Broadway 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 9m.

Is there a direct train between Ventura and Santa Monica Pier?

No, there is no direct train from Ventura to Santa Monica Pier station. However, there are services departing from Ventura Amtrak and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via Little Tokyo / Arts District Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Ventura to Santa Monica Pier?

The distance between Ventura and Santa Monica Pier is 96 miles. The road distance is 56.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ventura to Santa Monica Pier without a car is to train and tram which takes 3h 20m and costs $27 - $55.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Ventura to Santa Monica Pier train from?

Ventura to Santa Monica Pier train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ventura Amtrak station.

Where does the Ventura to Santa Monica Pier bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ventura to Santa Monica Pier train arrive?

Ventura to Santa Monica Pier train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Ventura to Santa Monica Pier?

Yes, the driving distance between Ventura to Santa Monica Pier is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Ventura to Santa Monica Pier.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica Pier?

There are 2558+ hotels available in Santa Monica Pier.

Ventura to Santa Monica Pier - 4 ways to travel via train, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Ventura to Santa Monica Pier by train, tram, bus, or car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Ventura Amtrak to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Little Tokyo / Arts District Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
3h 20m
$27–54
Drive 56.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ventura to Santa Monica Piercar 56.3 mi
1h 15m
$11–15
Train, line 761 bus
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 27m
$20–41
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 & Broadway Nsbus 3
4h 9m
$62–76

Ventura to Santa Monica Pier by train, bus, tram, and foot

42Weekly Services

3h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 95.7 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Ventura, CA to Santa Monica Pier 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, LAX/Metro Transit Center, and 4Th Nb & Broadway Ns in around 4h 9m.

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