How to get from Glendale to Santa Monica by bus and subway?

From Glendale to Santa Monica by bus and subway

To get from Glendale to Santa Monica in Los Angeles, take the 90 bus from Glendale at Chevy Chase station to Historic Broadway Layover station. Next, take the E LINE subway from Historic Broadway station to 17th St / SMC station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 35 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus and subway schedule from Glendale may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Santa Monica on the Moovit app.

95min$1.75
Bus - 9090
Subway - E LINE
Walk to Santa Monica
Leaves from Glendale at Chevy Chase

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Glendale
  • 2
    Bus - 9090
    Wait for bus
    90
    Downtown LA
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Historic Broadway Layover
    ID 5879
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Historic Broadway
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - E LINE
    Wait for subway
    E LINE
    Downtown Santa Monica Station
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    17th St / SMC
    46 min
  • 7
    Walk to Santa Monica
    Walk to
    Santa Monica
    490 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Glendale to Santa Monica by bus and subway via 92 and E LINE

To get from Glendale to Santa Monica in Los Angeles, take the 92 bus from Brand / Chevy Chase station to Spring / 3rd station. Next, take the E LINE subway from Historic Broadway station to 17th St / SMC station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 45 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus and subway schedule from Glendale may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Santa Monica on the Moovit app.

105min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 9292
Subway - E LINE
Walk to Santa Monica
Leaves from Brand / Chevy Chase

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Brand / Chevy Chase
    ID 9040
    340 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 9292
    Wait for bus
    92
    Downtown LA - Main - Olympic
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Spring / 3rd
    ID 3102
    38 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Historic Broadway
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Subway - E LINE
    Wait for subway
    E LINE
    Downtown Santa Monica Station
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    17th St / SMC
    46 min
  • 7
    Walk to Santa Monica
    Walk to
    Santa Monica
    490 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Glendale to Santa Monica

The distance between Glendale, Los Angeles and Santa Monica, Los Angeles is approximately 22.81 mi, which can typically be travelled in 95 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Glendale to Santa Monica by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Glendale to Santa Monica

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Glendale to Santa Monica by bus and subway via 92 and E LINE

To get from Glendale to Santa Monica in Los Angeles, take the 92 bus from Brand / Chevy Chase station to Spring / 3rd station. Next, take the E LINE subway from Historic Broadway station to 17th St / SMC station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 45 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus and subway schedule from Glendale may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Santa Monica on the Moovit app.

105min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 9292
Subway - E LINE
Walk to Santa Monica
Leaves from Brand / Chevy Chase

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Brand / Chevy Chase
    ID 9040
    340 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 9292
    Wait for bus
    92
    Downtown LA - Main - Olympic
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Spring / 3rd
    ID 3102
    38 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Historic Broadway
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Subway - E LINE
    Wait for subway
    E LINE
    Downtown Santa Monica Station
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    17th St / SMC
    46 min
  • 7
    Walk to Santa Monica
    Walk to
    Santa Monica
    490 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 95 minutes, using Bus line 90, Subway line E LINE.

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

    The alternative route takes 105 minutes, using Bus line 92, Subway line E LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Glendale and Santa Monica in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 35 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Glendale to Santa Monica in Los Angeles?

    The 90 bus line goes from Downtown LA station near Glendale to Historic Broadway Layover station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Historic Broadway Layover station near Santa Monica in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Glendale to Santa Monica in Los Angeles by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between Glendale and Santa Monica in Los Angeles by bus and subway is about 1 hr 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Glendale to get to Santa Monica in Los Angeles?

    Get on the 90 bus from the Downtown LA stop near Glendale in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Glendale and Santa Monica in Los Angeles?

    Get off the bus at the Historic Broadway Layover station, which is closest to Santa Monica in Los Angeles.

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

    The ride from Glendale to Santa Monica costs $1.75.

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