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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Fallbrook is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Fallbrook is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Fallbrook?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Fallbrook. However, there are services departing from Santa Monica Eb & Lincoln Ns and arriving at Main Av & Fallbrook St via Los Angeles, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 and Vista Transit Center Stall 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Fallbrook?

The distance between Santa Monica and Fallbrook is 128 miles. The road distance is 113 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Fallbrook without a car is to tram and train which takes 6h 3m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Santa Monica to Fallbrook, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Fallbrook bus from?

Santa Monica to Fallbrook bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, depart from Santa Monica Eb & Lincoln Ns station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Fallbrook bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Fallbrook bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, arrive at Alameda Nb & Los Angeles Fs station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Fallbrook?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Fallbrook is 113 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Santa Monica to Fallbrook.

Where can I stay near Fallbrook?

There are 611+ hotels available in Fallbrook.

Santa Monica to Fallbrook - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Santa Monica to Fallbrook by tram, train, bus (Amtrak), car, bus, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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 Little Tokyo / Arts District StationMetro E Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to OceansidePacific Surfliner
6h 3m
$33–47
Line 33 bus, train, line 303 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 10 to Vista Transit Center Stall 5303 / ...
6h 58m
$19–30
Bus, line 303 bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Monica Eb & Lincoln Ns to Alameda Nb & Los Angeles FsR10
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Oceanside
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 to Vista Transit Center Stall 5303 / ...
6h 43m
Drive 112.4 mi
1. Drive from Santa Monica to Fallbrook112.4 mi
1h 57m
$21–30
Line 33 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 2nd / Santa Monica to Patsaouras Transit Plaza33
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oceanside Transportation CenterGreyhound US0831
7h 36m
$25–52

Santa Monica to Fallbrook by tram, bus, and train

77Weekly Services

6h 3mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 127.4 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Santa Monica, CA, USA and Fallbrook, San Diego County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Santa Monica Eb & Lincoln Ns to Main Av & Fallbrook St via Alameda Nb & Los Angeles Fs, Los Angeles, Oceanside, Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10, Vista Transit Center Stall 5, and Vista Transit Center Stall 8 in around 6h 43m.

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