How to get from Santa Barbara Station to Santa Monica Pier by subway and train?

Santa Barbara Station to Santa Monica Pier - Train Schedule

The PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Santa Barbara Station to Santa Monica Pier runs from 6:53 AM to 7:00 PM, with departures every 1 hr 35 min-3 hr 55 min. The trip takes about 3 hr 59 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Santa Barbara Station to Santa Monica Pier by subway and train

To get from Santa Barbara Station to Santa Monica Pier you’ll need to take one train line and 2 subway lines: take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Santa Barbara station to Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the B LINE subway and finally take the E LINE subway from 7th Street / Metro Center station to Downtown Santa Monica station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 59 min. The subway and train schedule from Santa Barbara Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Santa Monica Pier on the Moovit app.

239min
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Subway - B LINE
Subway - E LINE
Walk to Santa Monica Pier
Leaves from Santa Barbara

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Santa Barbara Station
  • 2
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    174 min
  • 4
    Subway - B LINE
    Wait for subway
    B LINE
    North Hollywood Station
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    7th Street / Metro Center
    6 min
  • 6
    Subway - E LINE
    Wait for subway
    E LINE
    Downtown Santa Monica Station
  • 7
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Santa Monica
    47 min
  • 8
    Walk to Santa Monica Pier
    Walk to
    Santa Monica Pier
    370 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Barbara Station to Santa Monica Pier

The distance between Santa Barbara Station and Santa Monica Pier is approximately 120.07 mi, which can typically be travelled in 239 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Barbara Station to Santa Monica Pier by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Santa Monica – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Santa Barbara Station to Santa Monica Pier

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara Station to Santa Monica Pier?

    The fastest way takes 239 minutes, using Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Subway line B LINE, Subway line E LINE.

  • Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara Station and Santa Monica Pier?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 59 min.

  • Which train line goes from Santa Barbara Station to Santa Monica Pier?

    The PACIFIC SURFLINER train line goes from Union Station near Santa Barbara Station in Santa Barbara to 7th Street / Metro Center station. From there you’ll have to take 2 subway lines till 7th Street / Metro Center station near Santa Monica Pier.

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Barbara Station to Santa Monica Pier by train and subway?

    The total travel time between Santa Barbara Station and Santa Monica Pier by train and subway is about 3 hr 59 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Santa Barbara Station to get to Santa Monica Pier?

    Get on the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from the Union Station near Santa Barbara Station in Santa Barbara.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Santa Barbara Station and Santa Monica Pier?

    Get off the train at the 7th Street / Metro Center station, which is closest to Santa Monica Pier.

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