What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks is to tram and bus which costs $6 and takes 3h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Thousand Oaks?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks. However, there are services departing from 2nd / Santa Monica and arriving at Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd via Figueroa St & 12th St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks?

The distance between Santa Monica and Thousand Oaks is 59 miles. The road distance is 30.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks without a car is to tram and bus which takes 3h 26m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks bus from?

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

Where does the Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Venice / Olive station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks is 30 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks.

Where can I stay near Thousand Oaks?

There are 230+ hotels available in Thousand Oaks.

Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks - 4 ways to travel via tram, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks 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, bus
best
1. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Pico StationMetro E Line
2. Take the bus from Figueroa St & 12th St to Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd422
3h 26m
$6
Drive 30.1 mi
1. Drive from Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks30.1 mi
44 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks30.1 mi
44 min
$120–150
Line 33 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 2nd / Santa Monica to Venice / Olive33
2. Take the bus from Figueroa St & 12th St to Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd422
4h 11m
$6

Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks by tram and bus

55Weekly Services

3h 26mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 59.2 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Santa Monica, CA, USA and Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from 2nd / Santa Monica to Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd via Venice / Olive and Figueroa St & 12th St in around 4h 11m.

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