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

The cheapest way to get from Lompoc to Santa Monica is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lompoc to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Lompoc and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from Lompoc to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from Lompoc Transit Hub and arriving at 5th / Santa Monica via Santa Maria Airport, CA, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Patsaouras Transit Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

How far is it from Lompoc to Santa Monica?

The distance between Lompoc and Santa Monica is 170 miles. The road distance is 138.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lompoc to Santa Monica without a car is to bus and tram which takes 5h 5m and costs $35 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Lompoc to Santa Monica, including transfers.

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

Lompoc to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Santa Maria Area Transit, depart from Lompoc Transit Hub station.

Where does the Lompoc to Santa Monica bus arrive?

Lompoc to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Santa Maria Area Transit, arrive at Santa Maria Public Airport station.

Can I drive from Lompoc to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Lompoc to Santa Monica is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Lompoc to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 3053+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

Lompoc to Santa Monica - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Lompoc to Santa Monica by bus, tram, car, plane, or train

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

Bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Lompoc to Hollister at Pacific Oaks
2. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union Station
3. Take the tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Station
5h 5m
$37–63
Drive 137.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lompoc to Santa Monica137.3 mi
2h 42m
$26–37
Bus, fly, line 3 bus
1. Take the bus from Lompoc to Hollister at Kellogg
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)SBA - LAX
3. Take the bus from LAX/Metro Transit Center to 4Th Nb & Colorado Fs
4h 43m
$34–212
Bus, train, line 761 bus
1. Take the bus from Cypress Ave and I St to Santa Barbara Transit Center
2. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Van Nuys
3. Take the bus from Van Nuys / Keswick to Westwood / Weyburn761 / ...
7h 7m
Bus, line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from Lompoc Transit Hub to Santa Maria Public Airport30
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CA
3. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monica33
9h 1m
$98–114

Lompoc to Santa Monica by bus, subway, and tram

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5h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.1 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Lompoc Transit Hub to 5th / Santa Monica via Santa Maria Public Airport, Santa Maria Airport, CA, Los Angeles Airport, CA, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Union Station FlyAway - 800 N Alameda St at Union Station / Patsaurus Plaza, and Patsaouras Transit Plaza in around 9h 1m.

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