What is the cheapest way to get from Terminal Island to Malibu?

The cheapest way to get from Terminal Island to Malibu is to tram and line 134 bus which costs $2 - $4 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Terminal Island to Malibu?

The fastest way to get from Terminal Island to Malibu is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Terminal Island and Malibu?

No, there is no direct bus from Terminal Island station to Malibu. However, there are services departing from Downtown Long Beach Station and arriving at Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via LAX/Metro Transit Center and 5th / Colorado. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Terminal Island to Malibu?

The distance between Terminal Island and Malibu is 49 miles. The road distance is 41.9 miles.

How do I travel from Terminal Island to Malibu without a car?

The best way to get from Terminal Island to Malibu without a car is to tram and line 134 bus which takes 3h 1m and costs $2 - $4.

How long does it take to get from Terminal Island to Malibu?

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Terminal Island to Malibu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Terminal Island to Malibu bus from?

Terminal Island to Malibu bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Downtown Long Beach Station.

Where does the Terminal Island to Malibu bus arrive?

Terminal Island to Malibu bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at LAX / Metro Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Terminal Island to Malibu?

Yes, the driving distance between Terminal Island to Malibu is 42 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Terminal Island to Malibu.

Where can I stay near Malibu?

There are 231+ hotels available in Malibu.

Terminal Island to Malibu - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 134 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Terminal Island to Malibu 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, line 134 bus
best
1. Take the tram from Downtown Long Beach Station to Pico Station
2. Take the tram from Pico Station to Downtown Santa Monica Station
3. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to Civic Center / Stuart Ranch134
3h 1m
$3–4
Bus, line 3 bus, line 134 bus
1. Take the bus from Downtown Long Beach Station to LAX / Metro Transit Center232
2. Take the bus from LAX/Metro Transit Center to 4Th Nb & Colorado Fs3
3. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to Civic Center / Stuart Ranch134
4h 9m
$4–5
Drive 41.6 mi
1. Drive from Long Beach to Malibu41.6 mi
57 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Long Beach to Malibu41.6 mi
57 min
$180–220

Terminal Island to Malibu by tram and bus

153Weekly Services

3h 1mAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 48.4 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Terminal Island, CA, USA and Malibu, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Downtown Long Beach Station to Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via LAX/Metro Transit Center, 4Th Nb & Colorado Fs, and 5th / Colorado in around 4h 9m.

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