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How to get fromPoway to Santa Monicaby train, tram or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Poway to Santa Monica 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
    3h 53m
    $98–116
  2. Drive 126.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Poway to Santa Monicacar car 126.6 mi
    2h 18m
    $24–34

Questions & Answers

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

There is no direct connection from Poway to Santa Monica. 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, then take the vehicle to Downtown Santa Monica Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Poway to Santa Monica in around 2h 18m.

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