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Three ways to Travel from Santa Monica to Laguna Beach

Composite routes from Santa Monica to Laguna Beach

Cheapest
1 h 7 min
Car
101 km.
from $5
Other
5 h 7 min
84 km.
from $10.63
5 h 29 min
84 km.
from $8.33

Transport providers

Train operators

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from L. A. Union Station station to Laguna
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$9.78–$13.04

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:
$1.36–$1.73
Train from Pico Station to Pacific
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Bus from Wilshire / Lincoln to 6th
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.73
Bus from 5th / Hill to Disneyland
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.73
Bus from LAX City Bus Center to Long
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.73

Bus operators

OCTA

Phone:
+1 714-560-6282
Website:
octa.net
Bus from 7Th-Channel to Coast-Ocean
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.62

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Laguna Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Laguna Beach is to tram and bus which costs $4.58 and takes 4h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Laguna Beach?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Laguna Beach is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $10.87 - $16.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Laguna Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Laguna Beach station. However, there are services departing from Wilshire / Lincoln and arriving at Laguna Beach Bus Station via 5th / Hill, Harbor-East Shuttle Area and Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Laguna Beach?

The distance between Santa Monica and Laguna Beach is 129 km. The road distance is 99.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Laguna Beach without a car is to tram and train which takes 3h 29m and costs $46.74 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Laguna Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Santa Monica to Laguna Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Laguna Beach bus from?

Santa Monica to Laguna Beach bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Wilshire / Lincoln station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Laguna Beach bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Laguna Beach bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at 6th / Hill station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Laguna Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Laguna Beach is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Santa Monica to Laguna Beach.

Where can I stay near Laguna Beach?

There are 749+ hotels available in Laguna Beach. Prices start at $58.96 per night.
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