What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to line 33 bus and train and line 101 bus which costs $16 - $25 and takes 5h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea. However, there are services departing from 2nd / Santa Monica and arriving at Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr via Los Angeles and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The distance between Santa Monica and Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 121 miles. The road distance is 109 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car is to tram and train which takes 4h 39m and costs $35 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus from?

Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 2nd / Santa Monica station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 109 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

Where can I stay near Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

There are 1057+ hotels available in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, and tram

There are 4 ways to get from Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by tram, train, bus (Amtrak), car, or bus

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

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E LinesMetro E Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
4h 39m
$35–43
Line 33 bus, train, line 101 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Patsaouras Transit Plaza33
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Oceanside
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr101
5h 58m
$17–25
Line 33 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 2nd / Santa Monica to Cesar E Chavez / Alameda33
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 38m
Drive 108.4 mi
1. Drive from Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea108.4 mi
1h 58m
$20–29

Santa Monica to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by tram, subway, train, and bus

77Weekly Services

4h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.5 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Santa Monica, CA, USA and Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from 2nd / Santa Monica to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr via Cesar E Chavez / Alameda, Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr in around 5h 38m.

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