What is the cheapest way to get from Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade?

The cheapest way to get from Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade is to tram which costs $2 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade?

The fastest way to get from Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $60 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Expo Park/USC Station and Third Street Promenade?

No, there is no direct bus from Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade. However, there are services departing from Vermont / Exposition and arriving at Santa Monica / 4th via Wilshire / Vermont. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Expo Park/USC Station and Third Street Promenade?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Expo Park / USC Station station and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade?

The distance between Expo Park/USC Station and Third Street Promenade is 13 miles. The road distance is 13.1 miles.

How long does it take to get from Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade?

The tram from Expo Park / USC Station to Downtown Santa Monica Station takes 36 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade bus from?

Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Vermont / Exposition station.

Where do I catch the Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade train from?

Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Expo Park / USC Station.

Where does the Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade bus arrive?

Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Vermont / Wilshire station.

Where does the Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade train arrive?

Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Downtown Santa Monica Station.

Can I drive from Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade?

Yes, the driving distance between Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade is 13 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade.

Where can I stay near Third Street Promenade?

There are 2710+ hotels available in Third Street Promenade.

Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade

Q: How do I travel from Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade without a car?

The best way to get from Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade without a car is to tram which takes 43 min and costs $2.

There are 4 ways to get from Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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

Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Expo Park / USC Station to Downtown Santa Monica StationMetro E Line
43 min
$2
Line 204 bus, line 720 bus
1. Take the bus from Vermont / Exposition to Vermont / Wilshire204 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wilshire / Vermont to Santa Monica / 4th20 / ...
1h 43m
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade13.1 mi
19 min
$60–75
Drive 13.1 mi
1. Drive from Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade13.1 mi
19 min
$3–4

Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade by tram and foot

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between Expo Park/USC Station, CA, USA and Third Street Promenade, CA, USA?

Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from Expo Park / USC Station to Downtown Santa Monica Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Expo Park/USC Station to Third Street Promenade via Vermont / Exposition, Wilshire / Vermont, and Santa Monica / 4th in around 1h 43m.

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