Torrance, CA, USA to Santa Monica, CA, USA from $2: 5 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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

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$2 by busBest price

32 kmDistance

22m Fastest

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Torrance - Santa Monica operators

Explore transport companies operating between Torrance and Santa Monica, with prices starting at . These companies offer competitive pricing, flexible schedules, and comfortable travel experiences.

Bus

Contact phone

+1-323-466-3876

Website

https://www.metro.net/

Bus from Redondo Beach Transit Center to Downtown Santa Monica Station

Average Duration

1h 31m

Estimated price

$4-4

Bus from Hawthorne Bl + Torrance Bl to Lax City Bus Center

Average Duration

48m

Estimated price

$1-2

Bus from Lax New Transit Ctr Bay 1 to 4Th Nb & Colorado Fs

Average Duration

45m

Estimated price

$1-2

Taxi

Contact phone

+1 877-733-3305

Website

https://www.layellowcab.com/

Taxi from Torrance to Santa Monica

Average Duration

22m

Estimated price

$80-100

Contact phone

+1 310-444-4444

Website

https://facebook.com/

Taxi from Torrance to Santa Monica

Average Duration

22m

Estimated price

$80-100

Contact phone

+1 310-444-7777

Website

https://metrocabsm.com/

Taxi from Torrance to Santa Monica

Average Duration

22m

Estimated price

$80-100

Train

Contact phone

+1-323-466-3876

Website

https://www.metro.net/

Train from Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro A-Line to Downtown Santa Monica Station

Average Duration

2h 2m

Estimated price

$5-6

Train from Pico Station to Downtown Santa Monica Station

Average Duration

44m

Estimated price

$2-2

Other Show other routes

Contact phone

+1 310-618-6266

Website

https://transit.torranceca.gov

Other from Hawthorne Bl + Torrance Bl to Lax City Bus Center

Average Duration

48m

Estimated price

$1-2

Contact phone

+1 310-451-5444

Website

https://bigbluebus.com

Other from Lax New Transit Ctr Bay 1 to 4Th Nb & Colorado Fs

Average Duration

45m

Estimated price

$1-2

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

Traveling between Torrance 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.

🚗 Embark on a scenic drive from Torrance to Santa Monica, covering a distance of 20 miles in just 22 minutes, making it a quick and convenient journey. 💸 Enjoy the budget-friendly travel options with prices ranging from $3 to $6 for the trip by car, providing a cost-effective way to explore the vibrant city of Santa Monica.

Average price

$3 - $6

🚊 The journey from Torrance to Santa Monica by train takes around 1 hour and 57 minutes covering a distance of 19.4 miles. There is a transfer involved with the first step being a bus towards LAX City Bus Ctr. 🌴 For the second step, you will take another bus towards Downtown SM with a travel time of approximately 31 minutes. Make sure to check with LACMTA at 1 466-3876 or visit their website http://www.metro.net/ for more information on schedules and routes.

🚌 Starting from Torrance there are no direct buses to Santa Monica. The journey involves transfers and takes approximately 1h 42m. 🚌 Torrance Transit operates the bus service from Torrance to Santa Monica. The price for the bus ticket ranges from $2 to $3.

Departure Point

Hawthorne Bl + Torrance Bl station

Arrival Point

4Th Nb & Colorado Fs station

Frequently asked questions

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The cheapest way to travel from Torrance to Santa Monica is by taking the line 232 bus and the line 3 bus. This combined bus route costs $3 and takes approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes.

The fastest way to travel from Torrance to Santa Monica is to take a taxi. The taxi ride typically takes about 22 minutes, depending on traffic conditions, and costs between $80 and $100.

It is approximately 24 km from Torrance to Santa Monica. By car, it is about a 30-minute drive depending on traffic conditions.

The cheapest way to travel from Torrance to Santa Monica is by taking the line 232 bus and line 3 bus. This route costs $3 and takes approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes.

The travel time from Torrance to Santa Monica typically takes around 1 hour and 32 minutes, including any necessary transfers.

There are plenty of accommodation options in Santa Monica, ranging from luxury hotels to budget-friendly options. Some popular hotels near Santa Monica include The Huntley Hotel, Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel, and Shore Hotel. Prices for hotels in Santa Monica start at around $87 per night, but can vary depending on the location, amenities, and time of year.

Yes, you can drive from Torrance to Santa Monica. The driving distance is around 32 km, and it would take approximately 22 minutes to reach Santa Monica by car, depending on traffic conditions.

Yes, there is no direct bus from Torrance to Santa Monica. However, you can take the line 232 bus from Pacific Coast Highway/Madison to LAX New Transit Center Bay 1 and then transfer to the line 3 bus which will take you to Santa Monica. The entire journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes.

You can catch the bus from Torrance to Santa Monica at the Pacific Coast Highway/Madison station. This station is served by the Metro Los Angeles bus line.

The bus from Torrance to Santa Monica arrives at the 4th Nb & Colorado Fs station.

Yes, you can definitely ride a bicycle from Torrance to Santa Monica. The journey takes approximately 1 hour 47 minutes by bike, covering a distance of 30 km.

The cost of a bus from Torrance to Santa Monica is $3. This fare applies to the combination of the line 232 bus and line 3 bus, which takes approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes.

The cost to drive from Torrance to Santa Monica will depend on factors such as the type of vehicle you have, the current fuel prices, and the route you take. However, generally speaking, the approximate cost for the round trip would be around $3 to $6.