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How to get fromPoway to Malibu Beachby train, tram or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Poway to Malibu Beach by train, tram, or car

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  1. Train, tram

    best
    1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain train Pacific Surfliner
    2. Take the tram from Little Tokyo / Arts District Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram tram Metro E Line
    5h 7m
    $92–139
  2. Drive 139.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Poway to Malibu Beachcar car 139.3 mi
    2h 38m
    $26–37

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Poway, CA, USA and Malibu Beach, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Poway to Malibu Beach. However, you can take the taxi to Solana Beach Amtrak Station, take the train to Los Angeles, walk to Alameda / Los Angeles, take the line 76 bus to Alameda / 1st, walk to Little Tokyo / Arts District Station, take the vehicle to Downtown Santa Monica Station, walk to 5th / Colorado, then take the line 134 bus to Cross Creek / Malibu Theatre. Alternatively, you can drive from Poway to Malibu Beach in around 2h 38m.

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