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How to get from Union Station to Third Street Promenade by subway?

From Union Station to Third Street Promenade by subway

To get from Union Station to Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica, take the B LINE subway from Union Station station to 7th Street / Metro Center station. Next, 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 1 hr 9 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Third Street Promenade on the Moovit app.

69min$1.75
Subway - B LINE
Subway - E LINE
Walk to Third Street Promenade
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Union Station
  • 2
    Subway - B LINE
    Wait for subway
    B LINE
    North Hollywood Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    7th Street / Metro Center
    6 min
  • 4
    Subway - E LINE
    Wait for subway
    E LINE
    Downtown Santa Monica Station
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Santa Monica
    47 min
  • 6
    Walk to Third Street Promenade
    Walk to
    Third Street Promenade
    640 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Union Station to Third Street Promenade by subway via A LINE and E LINE

To get from Union Station to Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica, take the A LINE subway from Union Station station to Little Tokyo / Arts District station. Next, take the E LINE subway from Little Tokyo / Arts District station to Downtown Santa Monica station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Third Street Promenade on the Moovit app.

69min$1.75
Subway - A LINE
Subway - E LINE
Walk to Third Street Promenade
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Union Station
  • 2
    Subway - A LINE
    Wait for subway
    A LINE
    Downtown Long Beach Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Little Tokyo / Arts District
    4 min
  • 4
    Subway - E LINE
    Wait for subway
    E LINE
    Downtown Santa Monica Station
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Santa Monica
    52 min
  • 6
    Walk to Third Street Promenade
    Walk to
    Third Street Promenade
    640 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Union Station to Third Street Promenade

The distance between Union Station, Santa Monica and Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica is approximately 17.35 mi, which can typically be travelled in 69 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Station to Third Street Promenade by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Santa Monica – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Union Station to Third Street Promenade

To check the subway schedule from Union Station to Third Street Promenade using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Union Station) and destination (Third Street Promenade), 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.

Alternative route from Union Station to Third Street Promenade by subway via A LINE and E LINE

To get from Union Station to Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica, take the A LINE subway from Union Station station to Little Tokyo / Arts District station. Next, take the E LINE subway from Little Tokyo / Arts District station to Downtown Santa Monica station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Third Street Promenade on the Moovit app.

69min$1.75
Subway - A LINE
Subway - E LINE
Walk to Third Street Promenade
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Union Station
  • 2
    Subway - A LINE
    Wait for subway
    A LINE
    Downtown Long Beach Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Little Tokyo / Arts District
    4 min
  • 4
    Subway - E LINE
    Wait for subway
    E LINE
    Downtown Santa Monica Station
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Downtown Santa Monica
    52 min
  • 6
    Walk to Third Street Promenade
    Walk to
    Third Street Promenade
    640 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Union Station to Third Street Promenade?

    The fastest way takes 69 minutes, using Subway line B LINE, Subway line E LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Union Station to Third Street Promenade?

    The alternative route takes 69 minutes, using Subway line A LINE, Subway line E LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between Union Station and Third Street Promenade?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 9 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Union Station to Third Street Promenade?

    The B LINE subway line goes from North Hollywood Station station near Union Station in Downtown to 7th Street / Metro Center station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till 7th Street / Metro Center station near Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica.

  • How long does it take to travel from Union Station to Third Street Promenade by subway?

    The total travel time between Union Station in Downtown and Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica by subway is about 1 hr 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Union Station to get to Third Street Promenade?

    Get on the B LINE subway from the North Hollywood Station station near Union Station in Downtown.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Union Station and Third Street Promenade?

    Get off the subway at the 7th Street / Metro Center station, which is closest to Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica.

  • When is the last bus from Union Station to Third Street Promenade?

    The last bus from Union Station in Downtown to Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica is the Downtown LA - Santa Monica line. It leaves the Gateway Plaza & Union Station stop at 11:08 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Union Station to Third Street Promenade?

    The ride from Union Station to Third Street Promenade costs $1.75.