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How to get fromWhittier to Santa Catalina Islandby tram, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Whittier to Santa Catalina Island by tram, ferry, or bus

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  1. Tram, ferry

    best
    1. Take the tram from Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro A-Line to Downtown Long Beach Stationtram tram Metro A Line
    2. Take the ferry from Long Beach to Avalonferry ferry Long Beach
    3h 31m
    $34–51

  2. Line 173 bus, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Norwalk Station Bay 11 to 1st & Shelter F Sbus bus 173 / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Long Beach to Avalonferry ferry Long Beach
    4h 43m
    $29–46

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Map of how to get from Whittier to Santa Catalina Island.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 60.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Whittier, CA, USA and Santa Catalina Island, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Whittier to Santa Catalina Island. However, you can take the line 577 bus to Norwalk Station, walk to Norwalk Station, take the vehicle to Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro C-Line, walk to Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro A-Line, take the vehicle to Downtown Long Beach Station, walk to Long Beach, then take the ferry to Avalon. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Street to Avalon via C Line Station, Norwalk Station Bay 11, 1st & Shelter F S, and Long Beach in around 4h 43m.

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