How to get from Santa Monica to Simi Valley by bus and train?

From Santa Monica to Simi Valley by bus and train

To get from Santa Monica to Simi Valley in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the R10 bus from Santa Monica / 17th station to Alameda / Los Angeles station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the VC LINE train and finally take the 10 bus from Chatsworth Metrolink Station station to Jefferson Way and Town Center Mall station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $1.10. The bus and train schedule from Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Simi Valley on the Moovit app.

267min$1.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - R10R10
Train - VC LINE
VC LINE
Bus - 1010
Walk to Simi Valley
Leaves from Santa Monica / 17th

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Monica / 17th
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - R10R10
    Wait for bus
    R10
    Downtown Los Angeles
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Alameda / Los Angeles
    73 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    360 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - VC LINE
    Wait for train
    VC LINE
    #115| Ventura - East
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Orange Line Chatsworth Station
    ID 103
    48 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chatsworth Metrolink Station
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 1010
    Wait for bus
    10
    Westbound
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson Way and Town Center Mall
    52 min
  • 10
    Walk to Simi Valley
    Walk to
    Simi Valley
    150 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Monica to Simi Valley

The distance between Santa Monica, Los Angeles and Simi Valley, Los Angeles is approximately 61.29 mi, which can typically be travelled in 267 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Monica to Simi Valley 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 Santa Monica to Simi Valley

To check the bus and train schedule from Santa Monica to Simi Valley using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Santa Monica) and destination (Simi Valley), 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.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 267 minutes, using Bus line R10, Train line VC LINE, Bus line 10.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 27 min.

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

    The R10 bus line goes from Santa Monica / 17th station near Santa Monica to Alameda / Los Angeles station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Alameda / Los Angeles station near Simi Valley in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Monica to Simi Valley in Los Angeles by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Santa Monica and Simi Valley in Los Angeles by bus and train is about 4 hr 27 min.

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

    Get on the R10 bus from the Santa Monica / 17th stop near Santa Monica in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the bus at the Alameda / Los Angeles stop, which is closest to Simi Valley in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Santa Monica to Simi Valley?

    The ride from Santa Monica to Simi Valley costs $1.10.

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