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Three ways to Travel from Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo

Composite routes from Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo

Cheapest
2 h 20 min
Car
214 km.
from $11
Other
3 h 46 min
Bus, Plane
188 km.
from $207.15

Transport providers

Airlines

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.85–$255.14

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$433.73

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 54m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.86–$102.05
Bus from Los Angeles to San
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily

Metro Los Angeles

Phone:
+1-323-466-3876
Email:
Website:
metro.net
Bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Cesar
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.03

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles to San
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$15.31–$63.78

Big Blue Bus

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

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo is to drive which costs $22.83 - $34.78 and takes 2h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $22.83 - $34.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and San Diego Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo. However, there are services departing from Lincoln Nb & Santa Monica Fs and arriving at San Diego via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo?

The distance between Santa Monica and San Diego Zoo is 241 km. The road distance is 212.6 km.

How do I travel from Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 6m and costs $13.04 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo bus from?

Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train, bus or fly from Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo is to bus which takes 5h 6m and costs $13.04 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $20.65 - $97.83 and takes 5h 26m. There are no good options to fly between Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo.

Where does the Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo bus arrive?

Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Diego station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Santa Monica to San Diego Zoo.

Where can I stay near San Diego Zoo?

There are 1877+ hotels available in San Diego Zoo. Prices start at $53.04 per night.
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