How to get from Santa Monica to Los Angeles Central Library by subway?

From Santa Monica to Los Angeles Central Library by subway

Take one direct subway from Santa Monica to Los Angeles Central Library in Downtown: take the E LINE subway from 17th St / SMC station to 7th Street / Metro Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Los Angeles Central Library on the Moovit app.

57min$1.75
Walk to subway station
Subway - E LINE
Walk to Los Angeles Central Library
Leaves from 17th St / SMC

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    17th St / SMC
    490 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Subway - E LINE
    Wait for subway
    E LINE
    Atlantic Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    7th Street / Metro Center
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to Los Angeles Central Library
    Walk to
    Los Angeles Central Library
    630 W 5th St
    540 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Monica to Los Angeles Central Library

The distance between Santa Monica, Downtown and Los Angeles Central Library, Downtown is approximately 14.89 mi, which can typically be travelled in 57 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Monica to Los Angeles Central Library 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 to Los Angeles Central Library

To check the subway schedule from Santa Monica to Los Angeles Central Library using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Santa Monica) and destination (Los Angeles Central Library), 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 to Los Angeles Central Library?

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

  • Is there a direct subway between Santa Monica and Los Angeles Central Library?

    Yes, there’s a direct subway going from Santa Monica in Los Angeles to Los Angeles Central Library in Downtown in 57 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Santa Monica to Los Angeles Central Library?

    The E LINE subway line goes from 17th St / SMC station near Santa Monica in Los Angeles to 7th Street / Metro Center station near Los Angeles Central Library in Downtown.

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Monica to Los Angeles Central Library by subway?

    The total travel time between Santa Monica in Los Angeles and Los Angeles Central Library in Downtown by subway is about 57 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Santa Monica to get to Los Angeles Central Library?

    Get on the E LINE subway from the 17th St / SMC station near Santa Monica in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Santa Monica and Los Angeles Central Library?

    Get off the subway at the 7th Street / Metro Center station, which is closest to Los Angeles Central Library in Downtown.

  • When is the last bus from Santa Monica to Los Angeles Central Library?

    The last bus from Santa Monica in Los Angeles to Los Angeles Central Library in Downtown is the Santa Monica-Downtown LA line. It leaves the Wilshire / 14th stop at 3:47 PM.

  • When is the first subway from Santa Monica to Los Angeles Central Library?

    The first subway from Santa Monica in Los Angeles to Los Angeles Central Library in Downtown is East Los Angeles - Santa Monica. It leaves the 17th St / SMC station at 9:40 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Santa Monica to Los Angeles Central Library?

    The ride from Santa Monica to Los Angeles Central Library costs $1.75.

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