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 Westwood / Santa Monica station. Next, take the 761 bus from Westwood / Santa Monica station to Church / 405 Fwy Off-Ramp station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 60 min. The ride fare is $1.10. The bus schedule from Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Getty Center on the Moovit app.

60min$1.10
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
    Westwood / Santa Monica
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westwood / Santa Monica
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 761761
    Wait for bus
    761
    Sylmar Metrolink Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Church / 405 Fwy Off-Ramp
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Getty Center
    Walk to
    Getty Center
    0.59 mi • 12 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 8.36 mi, which can typically be travelled in 60 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.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 60 minutes, using Bus line 1, Bus line 761.

  • 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 60 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 Westwood / Santa Monica station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Westwood / Santa Monica 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 60 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 Westwood / Santa Monica 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 $1.10.

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