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Three ways to Travel from Santa Monica to Balboa Island

Composite routes from Santa Monica to Balboa Island

Cheapest
58 min
Car
89 km.
from $4
Other
4 h 58 min
70 km.
Select a ticket
5 h 12 min
70 km.
from $18.57

Transport providers

Train operators

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from L. A. Union Station station to Tustin
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$9.57–$12.12

Metro Los Angeles

Phone:
+1-323-466-3876
Email:
Website:
metro.net
Train from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.59–$2.03
Train from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Pico
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.53–$2.03
Train from Pico Station to Pacific
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Bus from LAX City Bus Center to Long
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.03
Bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Patsaouras
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.03

Bus operators

OCTA

Phone:
+1 714-560-6282
Website:
octa.net
Bus from 7Th-Channel to Coast-Promontory
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from 7Th-Channel to Coast-Jamboree
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 6 to Fairview-Arlington
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.31

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Balboa Island?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Balboa Island is to drive which costs $9.24 - $14.13 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Balboa Island?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Balboa Island is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $9.24 - $14.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Balboa Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Balboa Island. However, there are services departing from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place and arriving at Coast-Jamboree via LAX City Bus Center, Anaheim & Long Beach Blvd SE and 7Th-Channel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Balboa Island?

The distance between Santa Monica and Balboa Island is 105 km. The road distance is 86.9 km.

How do I travel from Santa Monica to Balboa Island without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Balboa Island without a car is to tram and train which takes 3h 12m and costs $41.30 - $52.17 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Balboa Island?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Santa Monica to Balboa Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Balboa Island bus from?

Santa Monica to Balboa Island bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from LAX City Bus Center station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Balboa Island bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Balboa Island bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Long Beach / Anaheim station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Balboa Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Balboa Island is 87 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Santa Monica to Balboa Island.

Where can I stay near Balboa Island?

There are 834+ hotels available in Balboa Island. Prices start at $54.03 per night.
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