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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Lompoc is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Lompoc is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Lompoc?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Lompoc. However, there are services departing from 2nd / Santa Monica and arriving at Lompoc via Los Angeles Union Station, UCSB North Hall Inbound and Hollister at Kellogg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Lompoc?

The distance between Santa Monica and Lompoc is 180 miles. The road distance is 138.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Lompoc without a car is to line 33 bus and bus via Goleta which takes 7h 28m and costs $30 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Santa Monica to Lompoc, including transfers.

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

Santa Monica to Lompoc bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 2nd / Santa Monica station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Lompoc bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Lompoc bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Patsaouras Transit Plaza station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Lompoc?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Lompoc is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Santa Monica to Lompoc.

Where can I stay near Lompoc?

There are 30+ hotels available in Lompoc.

Santa Monica to Lompoc - 4 ways to travel via train, line 33 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Santa Monica to Lompoc by bus (Flixbus), car, train, 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.

Line 33 bus, bus via Goleta
best
1. Take the bus from 2nd / Santa Monica to Patsaouras Transit Plaza33
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Isla Vista
3. Take the bus from Hollister at Kellogg to Lompoc
7h 28m
$34–58
Drive 137.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Monica to Lompoc137.7 mi
2h 43m
$26–37
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Van Nuys to Santa BarbaraPacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Transit Center to Cypress Ave and I StSanta Barbara Service
7h 57m
Line 33 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Patsaouras Transit Plaza33
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Maria Airport, CA
9h 4m
$98–124

Santa Monica to Lompoc by bus

4Weekly Buses

7h 28mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 179.5 mi
Duration: 7h 28m

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

You can take a bus from 2nd / Santa Monica to Lompoc via Los Angeles Union Station, Isla Vista, UCSB North Hall Inbound, and Hollister at Kellogg in around 7h 28m.

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