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

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Santa Monica is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct train from Riverside to Santa Monica station. However, there are services departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines and 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Riverside to Santa Monica?

The distance between Riverside and Santa Monica is 78 miles. The road distance is 68.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverside to Santa Monica without a car is to train and tram which takes 2h 31m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Riverside to Santa Monica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Santa Monica train from?

Riverside to Santa Monica train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Riverside - Downtown station.

Where does the Riverside to Santa Monica train arrive?

Riverside to Santa Monica train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Riverside to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Santa Monica is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Riverside to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 3164+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

Riverside to Santa Monica - 2 ways to travel via train, tram, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Riverside to Santa Monica by train, tram, or car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain 91-PV Line / ...
2. Take the tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
2h 31m
$14–18
Drive 68.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverside to Santa Monicacar 68.3 mi
1h 14m
$13–18

Riverside to Santa Monica by train, subway, and tram

64Weekly Services

2h 31mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Riverside to Santa Monica.

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Distance: 77.3 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

There is no direct connection from Riverside to Santa Monica. However, you can take the train to L.A. Union Station, walk to Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, take the subway to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines, walk to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines, then take the vehicle to Downtown Santa Monica Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Riverside to Santa Monica in around 1h 14m.

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