How to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica
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Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.There are 4 ways to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica
by tram, bus, taxi or car
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Tram
Line 20 bus
- Take the line 20 bus from 7th / Maple to Wilshire / 11th
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- Take a taxi from Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica
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- Drive from Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica
The tram journey time between Los Angeles Downtown and Santa Monica is around 47 min and covers a distance of around 25 km. Operated by Metro Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica tram service departs from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A Line and arrives in Downtown Santa Monica Station. Typically 691 trams run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
691 Weekly Trams
47 min Average Duration
$1 Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica?
The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica is to line 20 bus which costs $1 - $2 and takes 59 min.
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What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica?
The quickest way to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica is to taxi which costs $120 - $150 and takes 16 min.
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Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles Downtown and Santa Monica?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 7th / Maple and arriving at Wilshire / 11th. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.
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Is there a direct train between Los Angeles Downtown and Santa Monica?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A Line station and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.
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How far is it from Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica?
The distance between Los Angeles Downtown and Santa Monica is 23 km. The road distance is 24.4 km.
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How do I travel from Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica without a car?
The best way to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica without a car is to tram which takes 47 min and costs $1 - $3.
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How long does it take to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica?
The tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A Line to Downtown Santa Monica Station takes 47 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.
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Where do I catch the Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica bus from?
Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 7th / Maple station.
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Where do I catch the Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica train from?
Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A Line.
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Where does the Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica bus arrive?
Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Wilshire / 11th station.
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What companies run services between Los Angeles Downtown, CA, USA and Santa Monica, CA, USA?
Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A Line to Downtown Santa Monica Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1 - $3 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, Metro Los Angeles operates a bus from 7th / Maple to Wilshire / 11th hourly. Tickets cost $1 - $2 and the journey takes 59 min.
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Where does the Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica train arrive?
Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Downtown Santa Monica Station.
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Can I drive from Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica?
Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica is 24 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Los Angeles Downtown to Santa Monica.
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Where can I stay near Santa Monica?
There are 1259+ hotels available in Santa Monica. Prices start at $150 AUD per night.
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