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

Santa Monica Pier to Getty Center - Bus Schedule

The 9 bus from Santa Monica Pier to Getty Center runs from 6:00 AM to 7:38 PM, with departures every 30-40 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 4 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Santa Monica Pier to Getty Center by bus

To get from Santa Monica Pier to Getty Center in Brentwood, take the 9 bus from 4th St & Colorado Ave (Downtown SM Station) station to Chautauqua Blvd & Sunset Blvd station. Next, take the 602 bus from Sunset / Chautauqua station to Sunset / Church station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $1.10. The bus schedule from Santa Monica Pier may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Getty Center on the Moovit app.

64min$1.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - 99
Bus - 602602
Walk to Getty Center
Leaves from 4th St & Colorado Ave (Downtown SM Station)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    4th St & Colorado Ave (Downtown SM Station)
    ID 1000
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 99
    Wait for bus
    9
    Pacific Palisades
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chautauqua Blvd & Sunset Blvd
    ID CHQSNTNN
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sunset / Chautauqua
    ID 8003
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 602602
    Wait for bus
    602
    Westwood / UCLA
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sunset / Church
    ID 8005
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to Getty Center
    Walk to
    Getty Center
    0.71 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Monica Pier to Getty Center

The distance between Santa Monica Pier, Brentwood and Getty Center, Brentwood is approximately 9.7 mi, which can typically be travelled in 64 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Monica Pier 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 Pier to Getty Center

To check the bus schedule from Santa Monica Pier to Getty Center using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Santa Monica Pier) 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 Pier to Getty Center?

    The fastest way takes 64 minutes, using Bus line 9, Bus line 602.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 4 min.

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

    The 9 bus line goes from 4th St & Colorado Ave (Downtown SM Station) station near Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica to Chautauqua Blvd & Sunset Blvd station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Chautauqua Blvd & Sunset Blvd station near Getty Center in Brentwood.

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

    The total travel time between Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica and Getty Center in Brentwood by bus is about 1 hr 4 min.

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

    Get on the 9 bus from the 4th St & Colorado Ave (Downtown SM Station) stop near Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Santa Monica Pier and Getty Center?

    Get off the bus at the Chautauqua Blvd & Sunset Blvd stop, which is closest to Getty Center in Brentwood.

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

    The ride from Santa Monica Pier to Getty Center costs $1.10.

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