How to get from Western / Hollywood to Santa Monica by subway?

Western / Hollywood to Santa Monica - Subway Schedule

The B LINE subway from Western / Hollywood to Santa Monica runs from 12:17 AM to 11:57 PM, with departures every 5 min-4 hr 30 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 13 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Western / Hollywood to Santa Monica by subway

To get from Western / Hollywood to Santa Monica in Los Angeles, take the B LINE subway from Hollywood / Western Station station to 7th Street / Metro Center station. Next, take the E LINE subway from 7th Street / Metro Center station to 17th St / SMC station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Western / Hollywood may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Santa Monica on the Moovit app.

73min$1.75
Subway - B LINE
Subway - E LINE
Walk to Santa Monica
Leaves from Hollywood / Western Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Western / Hollywood
    Western / Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA
  • 2
    Subway - B LINE
    Wait for subway
    B LINE
    Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    7th Street / Metro Center
    13 min
  • 4
    Subway - E LINE
    Wait for subway
    E LINE
    Downtown Santa Monica Station
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    17th St / SMC
    43 min
  • 6
    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 Western / Hollywood to Santa Monica

The distance between Western / Hollywood, Los Angeles and Santa Monica, Los Angeles is approximately 20.32 mi, which can typically be travelled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Western / Hollywood to Santa Monica by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Western / Hollywood to Santa Monica

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

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Subway line B LINE, Subway line E LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between Western / Hollywood and Santa Monica?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Western / Hollywood to Santa Monica?

    The B LINE subway line goes from 7th Street / Metro Center station near Western / Hollywood in East Hollywood to 17th St / SMC station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till 17th St / SMC station near Santa Monica in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Western / Hollywood to Santa Monica by subway?

    The total travel time between Western / Hollywood in East Hollywood and Santa Monica in Los Angeles by subway is about 1 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Western / Hollywood to get to Santa Monica?

    Get on the B LINE subway from the 7th Street / Metro Center station near Western / Hollywood in East Hollywood.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Western / Hollywood and Santa Monica?

    Get off the subway at the 17th St / SMC station, which is closest to Santa Monica in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the subway fare from Western / Hollywood to Santa Monica?

    The ride from Western / Hollywood to Santa Monica costs $1.75.

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