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Buses from Santa Monica to Las Vegas

🚌 There is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Las Vegas, but you can take services departing from 5th / Santa Monica and arriving at Las Vegas Downtown via Los Angeles Union Station, with a journey time of approximately 7 hours and 56 minutes. 🛣️ Route options from Santa Monica to Las Vegas vary in duration, with transfers required along the way. Depending on the route chosen, the journey can take between 6 to 8 hours, covering a distance of around 500-515 kilometers. 💰 The prices for the bus between Santa Monica and Las Vegas range from $21 to $37, providing a budget-friendly transportation option for travelers looking to explore both cities.

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  • No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Las Vegas. You would need to take a bus from 5th/Santa Monica to Los Angeles Union Station and then transfer to another bus that goes to Las Vegas Downtown. The total journey, including transfers, typically takes around 7 hours and 56 minutes.
  • You can catch the bus from Santa Monica to Las Vegas at the 5th/Santa Monica station. This station is where the bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart for the journey to Las Vegas.
  • The bus from Santa Monica to Las Vegas operated by Kolors US, arrives at the Las Vegas Downtown station. Once you arrive at the Las Vegas Downtown station, you can easily access various attractions and accommodations in the heart of Las Vegas. Make sure to gather your belongings and follow any station instructions upon arrival. Consider mapping out your next steps or transportation options from the Las Vegas Downtown station to your final destination in the city.
  • The cost of a bus ticket from Santa Monica to Las Vegas typically ranges from $21 to $37, depending on the bus service provider and the time of booking.
  • There are multiple buses available for travel from Santa Monica to Las Vegas with various routes and transfer options. The travel times range from around 6 to 8.5 hours, depending on the specific route chosen.
  • The buses traveling from Santa Monica to Las Vegas are generally less crowded during off-peak hours, such as late at night or early in the morning. Weekdays tend to have fewer passengers compared to weekends, especially for mid-week travel. It's advisable to avoid peak travel times, like Friday afternoons or Sunday evenings, to experience a more comfortable and potentially less crowded journey.
  • The first bus of the day from Santa Monica to Las Vegas typically departs around early morning, often between 5:00 AM to 6:00 AM. Meanwhile, the last bus of the day usually leaves in the late afternoon or early evening, around 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. It's recommended to check the specific schedules with the bus operators, such as Metro Los Angeles and Kolors US, to confirm the exact departure times for the first and last buses on the day you plan to travel.

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If you are looking for a return bus service, check the buses from Las Vegas to Santa Monica.

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