How to get from Santa Monica to Getty Center by bus?

From Santa Monica to Getty Center by bus

To get from Santa Monica to Getty Center in Brentwood, take the 1 bus from Santa Monica / 17th station to Hilgard NB & Westholme Ns station. Next, take the 761 bus from Hilgard NB & Westholme Ns station to Church / 405 Fwy Off-Ramp station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The ride fare is $1.60. The bus schedule from Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Getty Center on the Moovit app.

56min$1.60
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Bus - 761761
Walk to Getty Center
Leaves from Santa Monica / 17th

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Monica / 17th
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    UCLA
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hilgard NB & Westholme Ns
    32 min
  • 4
    Bus - 761761
    Wait for bus
    761
    Sylmar Metrolink Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Church / 405 Fwy Off-Ramp
    11 min
  • 6
    Walk to Getty Center
    Walk to
    Getty Center
    0.59 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Santa Monica to Getty Center by bus via 1 and 602

To get from Santa Monica to Getty Center in Brentwood, take the 1 bus from Santa Monica / 17th station to Westwood Blvd & Wilshire Blvd station. Next, take the 602 bus from Westwood NB & Lindbrook Ns station to Church / Sepulveda station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is $1.60. The bus schedule from Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Getty Center on the Moovit app.

53min$1.60
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Bus - 602602
Walk to Getty Center
Leaves from Santa Monica / 17th

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Monica / 17th
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    UCLA
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westwood Blvd & Wilshire Blvd
    ID 2156
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westwood NB & Lindbrook Ns
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 602602
    Wait for bus
    602
    Sunset - Pacific Coast Highway
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Church / Sepulveda
    ID 9268
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to Getty Center
    Walk to
    Getty Center
    850 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Monica to Getty Center

The distance between Santa Monica, Brentwood and Getty Center, Brentwood is approximately 8.34 mi, which can typically be travelled in 56 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Monica to Getty Center by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Brentwood – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Santa Monica to Getty Center

To check the bus schedule from Santa Monica to Getty Center using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Santa Monica) and destination (Getty Center), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Santa Monica to Getty Center by bus via 1 and 602

To get from Santa Monica to Getty Center in Brentwood, take the 1 bus from Santa Monica / 17th station to Westwood Blvd & Wilshire Blvd station. Next, take the 602 bus from Westwood NB & Lindbrook Ns station to Church / Sepulveda station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is $1.60. The bus schedule from Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Getty Center on the Moovit app.

53min$1.60
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Bus - 602602
Walk to Getty Center
Leaves from Santa Monica / 17th

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Monica / 17th
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    UCLA
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westwood Blvd & Wilshire Blvd
    ID 2156
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westwood NB & Lindbrook Ns
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 602602
    Wait for bus
    602
    Sunset - Pacific Coast Highway
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Church / Sepulveda
    ID 9268
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to Getty Center
    Walk to
    Getty Center
    850 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 56 minutes, using Bus line 1, Bus line 761.

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

    The alternative route takes 53 minutes, using Bus line 1, Bus line 602.

  • Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Getty Center?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 56 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Santa Monica to Getty Center?

    The 1 bus line goes from Santa Monica / 17th station near Santa Monica in Los Angeles to UCLA station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till UCLA station near Getty Center in Brentwood.

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Monica to Getty Center by bus?

    The total travel time between Santa Monica in Los Angeles and Getty Center in Brentwood by bus is about 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Santa Monica to get to Getty Center?

    Get on the 1 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 Getty Center?

    Get off the bus at the UCLA stop, which is closest to Getty Center in Brentwood.

  • How much is the bus fare from Santa Monica to Getty Center?

    The ride from Santa Monica to Getty Center costs $1.60.

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