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Two ways to Travel from Santa Monica to Chinatown

Composite routes from Santa Monica to Chinatown

Cheapest
44 h 26 min
Car
4515 km.
from $248

Transport providers

Train operators

Metro Los Angeles

Phone:
+1-323-466-3876
Email:
Website:
metro.net
Train from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Little
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.77–$2.03
Bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Cesar
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.03

Bus operators

Big Blue Bus

Phone:
+1 310-451-5444
Website:
bigbluebus.com
Bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Cesar
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$1.16

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Chinatown?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Chinatown is to tram which costs $1.73 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Chinatown?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Chinatown is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $65.22 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Chinatown?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 5th / Santa Monica and arriving at Cesar E Chavez / Alameda. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Monica and Chinatown?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Monica station to Chinatown station. However, there are services departing from Downtown Santa Monica Station and arriving at Chinatown Station via Little Tokyo / Arts District Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Chinatown?

The distance between Santa Monica and Chinatown is 29 km. The road distance is 26.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Chinatown without a car is to tram which takes 1h 4m and costs $1.73 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Chinatown?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Santa Monica to Chinatown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Chinatown bus from?

Santa Monica to Chinatown bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 5th / Santa Monica station.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Chinatown train from?

Santa Monica to Chinatown train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Downtown Santa Monica Station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Chinatown bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Chinatown bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Chinatown train arrive?

Santa Monica to Chinatown train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Little Tokyo / Arts District Station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Chinatown?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Chinatown is 27 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Santa Monica to Chinatown.

Where can I stay near Chinatown?

There are 3034+ hotels available in Chinatown. Prices start at $86.27 per night.
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