What is the cheapest way to get from Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica is to bus and line 4 bus which costs $6 - $8 and takes 6h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Foothill Ranch and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from Market-Portola and arriving at Santa Monica / Lincoln via Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5, Fullerton Park & Ride Dock 14 and Broadway / 7th. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica?

The distance between Foothill Ranch and Santa Monica is 70 miles. The road distance is 60.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica without a car is to train and tram which takes 2h 26m and costs $35 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica bus from?

Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 station.

Where does the Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica bus arrive?

Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Fullerton Park And Ride Dock 5 station.

Can I drive from Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 2578+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica by train, tram, bus, 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.

Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Little Tokyo / Arts District Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
2h 26m
$37–56
Bus, line 4 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 to Fullerton Park And Ride Dock 5bus 83
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Park & Ride Dock 14 to 6th / Broadwaybus 460
3. Take the bus from Broadway / 7th to Santa Monica / Lincolnbus 4
6h 7m
$6–8
Drive 60 mi
1. Drive from Foothill Ranch to Santa Monicacar 60 mi
1h 8m
$11–16

Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica by bus

87Weekly Buses

6h 7mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Foothill Ranch to Santa Monica.

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Distance: 69.7 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Market-Portola to Santa Monica / Lincoln via Paseo De Valencia-Calle De Los Caballeros, Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5, Fullerton Park And Ride Dock 5, Fullerton Park & Ride Dock 14, 6th / Broadway, and Broadway / 7th in around 6h 7m.

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