Glendale, CA, USA to Santa Monica, CA, USA from $4: 5 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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How to Get from Glendale to Santa Monica: Cheapest, Fastest and Best Way

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$4 by busBest price

34 kmDistance

25m Fastest

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Glendale - Santa Monica operators

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Train

Contact phone

(800) 371-LINK (5465)

Website

https://metrolinktrains.com

Train from Glendale station to L. A. Union Station station

Average Duration

14m

Estimated price

4-5

Subway

Contact phone

+1-323-466-3876

Website

https://www.metro.net/

Subway from Union Station - Metro B & D Lines to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines

Average Duration

Estimated price

2-2

Tram

Contact phone

+1-323-466-3876

Website

https://www.metro.net/

Tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Station

Average Duration

46m

Estimated price

2-2

Bus

Contact phone

+1-323-466-3876

Website

https://www.metro.net/

Bus from Brand / Colorado to Hill / 5th

Average Duration

39m

Estimated price

2-2

Bus from 5th / Hill to Wilshire / Lincoln

Average Duration

55m

Estimated price

2-2

Bus from Brand / Colorado to Hill / 12th

Average Duration

46m

Estimated price

2-2

Bus from Broadway / 12th to Santa Monica / Lincoln

Average Duration

1h 56m

Estimated price

2-2

Taxi

Taxi from Glendale to Santa Monica

Average Duration

25m

Estimated price

95-120

Drive

Drive from Glendale to Santa Monica

Average Duration

25m

Estimated price

3-6

Glendale to Santa Monica: Overview of Bus, Train, Flight, and Car Trips

Traveling between Glendale and Santa Monica offers a variety of convenient options to suit your preferences, schedule, and budget. Whether you prioritize affordability, speed, or comfort, you’re sure to find the perfect way to travel without compromising on quality or convenience.

🚗 Experience a scenic drive from Glendale to Santa Monica, covering a distance of 21 miles in just 25 minutes. 💸 Enjoy cost-effective travel options ranging from $3 to $6 for a memorable journey from Glendale to Santa Monica by car.

Average price

$3 - $6

🚉 Although there is no direct train from Glendale station to Santa Monica station, travelers can embark on a route that involves transfers at Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, and 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines, with a total journey time of approximately 1 hour 16 minutes. 🚌 Route options vary in duration and distance, such as a 1 hour 27-minute journey covering 21.2 miles with a bus towards Santa Monica departing from Sunset / Park and arriving at Santa Monica WB & Lincoln NS. The agency for this route is LACMTA, with contact information available at http://www.metro.net/. 📍 Other routes may take 1 hour 39 to 1 hour 43 minutes, with varying distances and different starting points within Glendale. Each route includes a bus leg towards Santa Monica, offering a mix of travel times and scenery for passengers making the journey from Glendale to Santa Monica in California.

Departure Point

Glendale station

Arrival Point

Downtown Santa Monica Station

🚌 While there is no direct bus from Glendale to Santa Monica, you can take a route that involves transfers and takes approximately 2 hours and 6 minutes. 🚏 The journey begins at Brand / Colorado in Glendale and ends at Wilshire / Lincoln in Santa Monica, with transfers at 5th / Hill. 💸 The bus fare for this trip is $4, and there are several routes you can take with varying travel times and distances between the two cities.

Departure Point

Brand / Colorado station

Arrival Point

Wilshire / Lincoln station

Frequently asked questions

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The distance between Glendale and Santa Monica is approximately 26 km. The road distance is slightly longer, at 34 km. By train and subway, it typically takes around 1 hour and 17 minutes to travel from Glendale to Santa Monica. If traveling by car, the time can vary depending on traffic conditions. On the other hand, taking a bus usually takes around 2 hours and 5 minutes to reach Santa Monica from Glendale.

The price of a bus ticket between Glendale and Santa Monica is $4.

To travel from Glendale to Santa Monica without using public transportation, you can drive the distance of 34 km which takes around 25 minutes. The cost of driving typically ranges from $3 to $6, depending on factors such as fuel prices and tolls.

The most convenient way to travel from Glendale to Santa Monica without a car is by taking the train and subway. This journey typically takes around 1 hour and 17 minutes and costs between $8 and $9. Another option is to take the bus, which takes around 2 hours and 5 minutes.

Yes, there is a way to travel between Glendale and Santa Monica, but it requires transfers and multiple modes of transportation. By taking a combination of train and subway, it takes approximately 1 hour and 17 minutes to reach Santa Monica from Glendale. If traveling by car, the distance is about 34 km and the travel time depends on traffic conditions. Alternatively, taking a bus from Glendale to Santa Monica, with transfers, can take approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes.

There are numerous options for accommodation near Santa Monica with over 1410 hotels to choose from. Prices for hotels in the area start at $87 per night. Whether you prefer luxury resorts, budget-friendly options, or boutique hotels, there are plenty of choices to suit various preferences and budgets. Some popular hotels in the area include the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows, The Huntley Hotel, and the Shore Hotel.

Yes, you can get from Glendale to Santa Monica by bicycle. The distance between the two cities is 29 km, and it typically takes about 1 hour and 47 minutes to complete the route.