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197 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Santa Monica to Idyllwild

Composite routes from Santa Monica to Idyllwild

Cheapest
2 h 12 min
Car
197 km.
from $10
Other
5 h 1 min
Train, Taxi
166 km.
from $227.98
6 h 32 min
165 km.
from $200.05
6 h 48 min
Bus, Train
165 km.
from $88.23

Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Cabazon
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from L. A. Union Station station to South
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.31–$20.41
Train from L. A. Union Station station to Perris
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.31–$19.14

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
Bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Cesar
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every 20 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

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles Downtown to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.29–$44.65

Riverside Transit Agency

Phone:
+1 (951) 565-5002
Website:
riversidetransit.com
Bus from Perris Transit Center to Grant
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.57–$2.68

Beaumont Transit System

Phone:
(951) 769-8530
Website:
beaumontca.gov/90/Transit
Bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Casino
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$1.44–$4.32

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Idyllwild is to drive which costs $21.74 - $31.52 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Idyllwild is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $21.74 - $31.52 .

How far is it from Santa Monica to Idyllwild?

The distance between Santa Monica and Idyllwild is 219 km. The road distance is 195.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Idyllwild without a car is to train and taxi which takes 5h 1m and costs $130.43 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Santa Monica to Idyllwild, including transfers.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Idyllwild?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Idyllwild is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Santa Monica to Idyllwild.

Where can I stay near Idyllwild?

There are 1076+ hotels available in Idyllwild. Prices start at $49.12 per night.
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