What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center is to tram which costs $2 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center is to drive which takes 23 min and costs $3 - $5.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and LAC/USC Medical Center?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center. However, there are services departing from 2nd / Santa Monica and arriving at Marengo / Brittania via Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Monica and LAC/USC Medical Center?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Downtown Santa Monica Station station and arriving at Mariachi Plaza / Boyle Heights Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center?

The distance between Santa Monica and LAC/USC Medical Center is 19 miles. The road distance is 19.1 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center without a car is to tram which takes 1h 17m and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center?

The tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Mariachi Plaza / Boyle Heights Station takes 56 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center bus from?

Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 2nd / Santa Monica station.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center train from?

Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Downtown Santa Monica Station.

Where does the Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center bus arrive?

Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Vignes station.

Where does the Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center train arrive?

Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Mariachi Plaza / Boyle Heights Station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center is 19 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center.

Where can I stay near LAC/USC Medical Center?

There are 2690+ hotels available in LAC/USC Medical Center.

Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center - 5 ways to travel via tram

There are 5 ways to get from Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center by tram, bus, car, or taxi

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

Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Mariachi Plaza / Boyle Heights StationMetro E Line
1h 17m
$2
Line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from 2nd / Santa Monica to Cesar E Chavez / Vignes33
1h 54m
$3–4
Drive 18.9 mi
1. Drive from Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center18.9 mi
23 min
$4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center18.9 mi
23 min
$80–100
Tram, line 106 bus
1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Little Tokyo / Arts District StationMetro E Line
2. Take the bus from 1st / Alameda to Marengo / Brittania106
1h 21m
$3–4

Santa Monica to LAC/USC Medical Center by bus

318Weekly Buses

1h 54mAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 19.1 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Santa Monica, CA, USA and LAC/USC Medical Center, CA, USA?

Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Mariachi Plaza / Boyle Heights Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, Metro Los Angeles operates a bus from 2nd / Santa Monica to Cesar E Chavez / Vignes every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 1h 32m.

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