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How to Travel from

Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica

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Transport providers

Airlines

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from San Diego International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$56.05–$254.77

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Diego International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$433.11

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Diego to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$101.91

Metro Los Angeles

Phone:
+1-323-466-3876
Website:
metro.net
Bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.03

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Diego to Los
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.01–$61.15

reLAXsan

Phone:
(858) 430-8440
Website:
gorelaxsan.com/
Bus from San Diego to LAX
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a day

LAX LINQ

Phone:
(323)-776-5467
Website:
laxlinq.com/
Bus from San Diego to LAX
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$89.17

Big Blue Bus

Phone:
+1 310-451-5444
Website:
bigbluebus.com
Bus from Aviation/Lax to 4Th
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.15–$1.53

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica is to bus and line 33 bus which costs $14.13 - $54.35 and takes 5h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $23.91 - $34.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Downtown San Diego and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from San Diego and arriving at 5th / Santa Monica via Patsaouras Transit Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Downtown San Diego and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct train from Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica station. However, there are services departing from San Diego and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines and 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica?

The distance between Downtown San Diego and Santa Monica is 234 km. The road distance is 215.1 km.

How do I travel from Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica without a car?

The best way to get from Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs $19.57 - $86.96 .

How long does it take to get from Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica bus from?

Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Diego station.

Where do I catch the Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica train from?

Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Train or bus from Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica?

The best way to get from Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs $19.57 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 3 bus, which costs $65.22 - $86.96 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica bus arrive?

Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica train arrive?

Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica is 215 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Downtown San Diego to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 2882+ hotels available in Santa Monica. Prices start at $92.85 per night.
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