How to get from Santa Monica Pier to L.A. Live by subway?

Santa Monica Pier to L.A. Live - Subway Schedule

The E LINE subway from Santa Monica Pier to L.A. Live usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 10-20 min. The trip takes about 57 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Santa Monica Pier to L.A. Live by subway

Take one direct subway from Santa Monica Pier to L.A. Live in Downtown: take the E LINE subway from Downtown Santa Monica station to Pico Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Santa Monica Pier may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to L.A. Live on the Moovit app.

57min$1.75
Walk to subway station
Subway - E LINE
Walk to L.A. Live
Leaves from Downtown Santa Monica

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Downtown Santa Monica
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Subway - E LINE
    Wait for subway
    E LINE
    Atlantic Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Pico Station
    ID 80121S
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to L.A. Live
    Walk to
    L.A. Live
    610 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Monica Pier to L.A. Live

The distance between Santa Monica Pier, Downtown and L.A. Live, Downtown is approximately 15.09 mi, which can typically be travelled in 57 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Monica Pier to L.A. Live by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Downtown – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Santa Monica Pier to L.A. Live

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to L.A. Live?

    The fastest way takes 57 minutes, using Subway line E LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between Santa Monica Pier and L.A. Live?

    Yes, there’s a direct subway going from Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica to L.A. Live in Downtown in 57 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Santa Monica Pier to L.A. Live?

    The E LINE subway line goes from Downtown Santa Monica station near Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica to Pico Station near L.A. Live in Downtown.

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Monica Pier to L.A. Live by subway?

    The total travel time between Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica and L.A. Live in Downtown by subway is about 57 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Santa Monica Pier to get to L.A. Live?

    Get on the E LINE subway from the Downtown Santa Monica station near Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Santa Monica Pier and L.A. Live?

    Get off the subway at the Pico Station, which is closest to L.A. Live in Downtown.

  • When is the first subway from Santa Monica Pier to L.A. Live?

    The first subway from Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica to L.A. Live in Downtown is East Los Angeles - Santa Monica. It leaves the Downtown Santa Monica station at 9:37 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Santa Monica Pier to L.A. Live?

    The ride from Santa Monica Pier to L.A. Live costs $1.75.

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