What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica Pier and Playa del Rey?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey. However, there are services departing from 4Th Sb & Civic Center Mb and arriving at Manchester / Pershing via Manchester / Lincoln. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey?

The distance between Santa Monica Pier and Playa del Rey is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.3 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey without a car is to line 3 bus which takes 53 min and costs $2 - $3.

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey?

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey bus from?

Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, depart from 4Th Sb & Civic Center Mb station.

Where does the Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey bus arrive?

Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, arrive at Manchester Eb & Lincoln Fs station.

What is the time difference between Santa Monica Pier and Playa del Rey?

Playa del Rey is 2h behind Santa Monica Pier. It is currently 2:37 AM in Santa Monica Pier and 12:37 AM in Playa del Rey.

Can I drive from Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey is 7 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey.

Where can I stay near Playa del Rey?

There are 3141+ hotels available in Playa del Rey.

Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey - 3 ways to travel via line 3 bus, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey by bus, taxi, 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.

Line 3 bus
best
1. Take the bus from 4Th Sb & Civic Center Mb to Manchester Eb & Lincoln Fsbus 3
53 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Reytaxi 7.3 mi
15 min
$30–40
Drive 7.3 mi
1. Drive from Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Reycar 7.3 mi
15 min
$2

Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey by foot and bus

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Map of how to get from Santa Monica Pier to Playa del Rey.

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Distance: 7.7 mi
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Santa Monica Pier, CA, USA and Playa del Rey, CA, USA?

Big Blue Bus operates a bus from 4Th Sb & Civic Center Mb to Manchester Eb & Lincoln Fs every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 24 min.

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