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How to Travel from

Santa Cruz to Santa Monica Pier

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Transport providers

Airlines

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.16–$255.14

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Monterey Regional Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$472.00

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.43–$395.46

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.19–$255.14
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Burbank
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.81–$382.71

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Jose to Los
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$51.03–$178.60
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Metro Los Angeles

Phone:
+1-323-466-3876
Website:
metro.net
Train from North Hollywood Station to 7th
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.03
Train from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.59–$2.03

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.51–$191.35

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$33.17–$114.81

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.29
Bus from Ocean & Water to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.29

Big Blue Bus

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to Santa Monica Pier is to bus which costs $30.43 - $108.70 and takes 9h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Santa Monica Pier is to taxi and fly and line 3 bus which takes 3h 28m and costs $260.87 - $597.83 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Cruz to Santa Monica Pier. However, there are services departing from Front and arriving at 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place via San Jose Diridon Station and Gayley Sb & Strathmore Fs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 8m.

How far is it from Santa Cruz to Santa Monica Pier?

The distance between Santa Cruz and Santa Monica Pier is 522 km. The road distance is 546.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Cruz to Santa Monica Pier without a car is to bus which takes 9h 8m and costs $30.43 - $108.70 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Santa Cruz to Santa Monica Pier, including transfers.

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

Santa Cruz to Santa Monica Pier bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Front station.

Where does the Santa Cruz to Santa Monica Pier bus arrive?

Santa Cruz to Santa Monica Pier bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Diridon Station.

Can I drive from Santa Cruz to Santa Monica Pier?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Cruz to Santa Monica Pier is 546 km. It takes approximately 5h 50m to drive from Santa Cruz to Santa Monica Pier.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica Pier?

There are 2852+ hotels available in Santa Monica Pier. Prices start at $92.85 per night.
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