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Trains from Santa Monica to Long Beach

🚆 Traveling by train from Santa Monica to Long Beach requires a transfer at Pico Station. The journey, with transfers included, takes approximately 1 hour and 43 minutes. 🚌 Route 1 involves a total travel time of 3 hours and 8 minutes covering a distance of 47.7 miles. This route includes 2 transfers: one bus towards Downtown LA - Union Stn and another towards Disneyland. 🚌 Route 2 has a similar travel time of 3 hours and 6 minutes over a distance of 48.2 miles. Like Route 1, it also has 2 transfers, first towards Downtown LA - 6th - Main, and then towards Disneyland before reaching Long Beach.

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There are over 102 hotels to stay in Long Beach. Prices range from $62 per night.

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  • There is no direct train service from Santa Monica to Long Beach. However, you can take a combination of buses operated by LACMTA to reach Long Beach. The journey consists of three steps with transfers in Downtown LA, Norwalk Station, and finally Channel / 7th in Long Beach. The total travel time is approximately 3 hours, covering a distance of around 47-48 miles. For more information on schedules and routes, you can visit the LACMTA website at http://www.metro.net/.
  • The fastest way to travel between Santa Monica and Long Beach is by taking a combination of buses operated by LACMTA. The journey involves three steps with transfers in Downtown LA, Norwalk Station, and Channel / 7th in Long Beach, totaling approximately 3 hours. While there is no direct train route between the two cities, this bus combination offers a relatively efficient and convenient option for travelers looking to reach Long Beach from Santa Monica. For more details on specific schedules and routes, you can refer to the LACMTA website at http://www.metro.net/.
  • Trains departing for Long Beach from Santa Monica leave from the Downtown Santa Monica Station. This station serves as the primary departure point for the train services operated by Metro Los Angeles that travel towards Long Beach. Passengers can board the train at Downtown Santa Monica Station to begin their journey to Long Beach via the designated route. It is recommended to check the specific train schedules and departure times at Downtown Santa Monica Station for a smooth travel experience.
  • There are no direct trains between Santa Monica and Long Beach. However, travelers can utilize the train services operated by Metro Los Angeles, which require transfers at Pico Station before reaching 1st Street Station in Long Beach. The journey typically takes around 1 hour and 43 minutes, including the transfers. Additionally, alternative routes involving bus transfers are available, providing options for commuting between Santa Monica and Long Beach.
  • The train services operated by Metro Los Angeles from Santa Monica to Long Beach arrive at 1st Street Station in Long Beach. Passengers can disembark at this station, which serves as the final destination for this particular train route. Located in Long Beach, 1st Street Station is a convenient stop for those traveling from Santa Monica to explore the attractions and amenities in Long Beach.
  • The first train of the day from Santa Monica to Long Beach with transfers at Pico Station, typically departs from Downtown Santa Monica Station in the early morning. The last train from Santa Monica to Long Beach, arriving at 1st Street Station, usually leaves in the late evening. Travelers can check the specific schedule and departure times for the day of their journey through Metro Los Angeles, the operator of the train services between Santa Monica and Long Beach, to plan their trip accordingly.
  • There are no direct train trips each day between Santa Monica and Long Beach. To travel between these two locations using public transportation, passengers must take a combination of buses operated by LACMTA. The journey involves transfers in Downtown LA, Norwalk Station, and finally Channel / 7th in Long Beach. Travelers can refer to the LACMTA website for specific schedules and routes for their trip.
  • No, there is no direct train service between Santa Monica and Long Beach. Travelers will need to take a route that involves transferring from Downtown Santa Monica Station to Pico Station, and eventually arriving at 1st Street Station in Long Beach. The total journey, including transfers, typically takes around 1 hour and 43 minutes to complete. Passengers can plan their travel accordingly to accommodate the transfer and overall travel time between the two destinations.

Will you be returning to Santa Monica by train?

If you are looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Long Beach to Santa Monica

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