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

The cheapest way to get from Carson to Santa Monica is to line 550 bus and tram which costs $3 - $4 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carson to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 27 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Carson and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from Carson to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from Harbor Fwy / Carson and arriving at 4Th Nb & Santa Monica Ns via Figueroa / Harbor Fwy Station and LAX/Metro Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Carson to Santa Monica?

The distance between Carson and Santa Monica is 27 miles. The road distance is 20.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carson to Santa Monica without a car is to line 550 bus and tram which takes 1h 1m and costs $3 - $4.

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

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

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

Carson to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Figueroa / Harbor Fwy Station.

Where does the Carson to Santa Monica bus arrive?

Carson to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at LAX / Metro Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Carson to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Carson to Santa Monica is 21 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Carson to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 3173+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

Carson to Santa Monica - 6 ways to travel via line 550 bus, tram

There are 6 ways to get from Carson to Santa Monica by bus, tram, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 550 bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Harbor Gateway Transit Center to Vermont / Expositionbus 550
2. Take the tram from Expo / Vermont Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
1h 1m
$4
Line 8 bus, line 3 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hawthorne Bl at Carson St to LAX/Metro Transit Center Stationbus 8
2. Take the bus from LAX/Metro Transit Center to 4Th Nb & Santa Monica Nsbus 3
2h 40m
$3–5
Line 3 bus
1. Take the bus from LAX/Metro Transit Center to 4Th Nb & Santa Monica Nsbus 3
1h 35m
$5
Drive 20.8 mi
1. Drive from Carson to Santa Monicacar 20.8 mi
27 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carson to Santa Monicataxi 20.8 mi
27 min
$85–110
Line 120 bus, line 3 bus
1. Take the bus from Figueroa / Harbor Fwy Station to LAX / Metro Transit Centerbus 120
2. Take the bus from LAX/Metro Transit Center to 4Th Nb & Santa Monica Nsbus 3
2h 14m
$4–5

Carson to Santa Monica by bus and tram

95Weekly Services

1h 1mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 27.1 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Carson, CA, USA and Santa Monica, CA, USA?

Big Blue Bus operates a bus from LAX/Metro Transit Center to 4Th Nb & Santa Monica Ns every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 50 min.

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