How to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica by bus and train?

From UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica by bus and train

To get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 87X bus from UCSB Bus Loop station to Santa Clara and Oak EB (Downtown Ventura) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PACIFIC SURFLINER train and finally take the 4 bus from Cesar E Chavez / Broadway station to Santa Monica / 20th station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 35 min. The bus and train schedule from UCSB Bus Loop may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Santa Monica on the Moovit app.

335min

87X

PACIFIC SURFLINER

Leaves from UCSB Bus Loop

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
UCSB Bus Loop
2
87X
Wait for bus
87X
Southbound
3
Ride to bus station
Santa Clara and Oak EB (Downtown Ventura)
ID 30562
51 min
4
Walk to train station
Ventura Amtrak
790 yd • 10 min
5
PACIFIC SURFLINER
Wait for train
PACIFIC SURFLINER
San Diego
6
Ride to train station
Union Station
ID 80214S
125 min
7
Walk to bus station
Cesar E Chavez / Broadway
ID 9221
850 yd • 11 min
8
4
Wait for bus
4
Santa Monica
9
Ride to bus station
Santa Monica / 20th
104 min
10
Walk to
Santa Monica
410 yd • 5 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica

The distance between UCSB Bus Loop, Los Angeles and Santa Monica, Los Angeles is approximately 133.27 mi, which can typically be travelled in 335 min. Moovit will show you the directions from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica

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

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica?
The fastest way takes 335 minutes, using Bus line 87X, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line 4.
Is there a direct bus between UCSB Bus Loop and Santa Monica?
No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 35 min.
Which bus line goes from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica?
The 87X bus line goes from Santa Clara and Oak EB (Downtown Ventura) station near UCSB Bus Loop in Isla Vista to Ventura Amtrak station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Ventura Amtrak station near Santa Monica in Los Angeles.
How long does it take to travel from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica by bus and train?
The total travel time between UCSB Bus Loop in Isla Vista and Santa Monica in Los Angeles by bus and train is about 5 hr 35 min.
Where do I get on the bus near UCSB Bus Loop to get to Santa Monica?
Get on the 87X bus from the Santa Clara and Oak EB (Downtown Ventura) stop near UCSB Bus Loop in Isla Vista.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between UCSB Bus Loop and Santa Monica?
Get off the bus at the Ventura Amtrak stop, which is closest to Santa Monica in Los Angeles.

Last updated on October 21, 2026

How to get from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica by bus and train?

From UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Monica by bus and train

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