How to get from Santa Monica to Fullerton by bus and train?

From Santa Monica to Fullerton by bus and train

To get from Santa Monica to Fullerton in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R10 bus from Santa Monica / 17th station to Alameda / Los Angeles station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 91-PV LINE train and finally take the 26 bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 5 station to Nutwood-State College station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 31 min. The ride fare is $9.60. The bus and train schedule from Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Fullerton on the Moovit app.

151min$9.60
Walk to bus station
Bus - R10R10
Train - 91-PV LINE
91-PV LINE
Bus - 2626
Walk to Fullerton
Leaves from Santa Monica / 17th

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Monica / 17th
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - R10R10
    Wait for bus
    R10
    Downtown LA Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Alameda / Los Angeles
    73 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - 91-PV LINE
    Wait for train
    91-PV LINE
    #708| Perris - South
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Fullerton Station
    39 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 5
    ID 1958
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2626
    Wait for bus
    26
    Yorba Linda - Lemon and Lakeview
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nutwood-State College
    ID 1859
    11 min
  • 10
    Walk to Fullerton
    Walk to
    Fullerton
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Santa Monica to Fullerton by bus and train via R10, PACIFIC SURFLINER and 123

To get from Santa Monica to Fullerton in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R10 bus from Santa Monica / 17th station to Alameda / Los Angeles station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PACIFIC SURFLINER train and finally take the 123 bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 5 station to Nutwood-State College station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 46 min. The bus and train schedule from Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Fullerton on the Moovit app.

166min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R10R10
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 123123
Walk to Fullerton
Leaves from Santa Monica / 17th

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Monica / 17th
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - R10R10
    Wait for bus
    R10
    Downtown LA Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Alameda / Los Angeles
    73 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Fullerton Station
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 5
    ID 1958
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 123123
    Wait for bus
    123
    Anaheim Canyon Metrolink Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nutwood-State College
    ID 1859
    11 min
  • 10
    Walk to Fullerton
    Walk to
    Fullerton
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Monica to Fullerton

The distance between Santa Monica, Los Angeles and Fullerton, Los Angeles is approximately 45.03 mi, which can typically be travelled in 151 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Monica to Fullerton by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Santa Monica to Fullerton

To check the bus and train schedule from Santa Monica to Fullerton using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Santa Monica) and destination (Fullerton), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Santa Monica to Fullerton by bus and train via R10, PACIFIC SURFLINER and 123

To get from Santa Monica to Fullerton in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R10 bus from Santa Monica / 17th station to Alameda / Los Angeles station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PACIFIC SURFLINER train and finally take the 123 bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 5 station to Nutwood-State College station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 46 min. The bus and train schedule from Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Fullerton on the Moovit app.

166min
Walk to bus station
Bus - R10R10
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 123123
Walk to Fullerton
Leaves from Santa Monica / 17th

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Monica / 17th
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - R10R10
    Wait for bus
    R10
    Downtown LA Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Alameda / Los Angeles
    73 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Fullerton Station
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 5
    ID 1958
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 123123
    Wait for bus
    123
    Anaheim Canyon Metrolink Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nutwood-State College
    ID 1859
    11 min
  • 10
    Walk to Fullerton
    Walk to
    Fullerton
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Fullerton?

    The fastest way takes 151 minutes, using Bus line R10, Train line 91-PV LINE, Bus line 26.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Santa Monica to Fullerton?

    The alternative route takes 166 minutes, using Bus line R10, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line 123.

  • Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Fullerton in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 31 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Santa Monica to Fullerton in Los Angeles?

    The R10 bus line goes from Santa Monica / 17th station near Santa Monica to Alameda / Los Angeles station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Alameda / Los Angeles station near Fullerton in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Monica to Fullerton in Los Angeles by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Santa Monica and Fullerton in Los Angeles by bus and train is about 2 hr 31 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Santa Monica to get to Fullerton in Los Angeles?

    Get on the R10 bus from the Santa Monica / 17th stop near Santa Monica in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Santa Monica and Fullerton in Los Angeles?

    Get off the bus at the Alameda / Los Angeles stop, which is closest to Fullerton in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Santa Monica to Fullerton?

    The ride from Santa Monica to Fullerton costs $9.60.

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