How to get from Santa Monica / Westwood to Ucla by bus?

From Santa Monica / Westwood to Ucla by bus

Take one direct bus from Santa Monica / Westwood to Ucla in Westwood: take the R12 bus from Westwood Blvd & Santa Monica Blvd station to Westwood Plaza & Strathmore (Gateway Plaza) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 12 min. The ride fare is $1.10. The bus schedule from Santa Monica / Westwood may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ucla on the Moovit app.

12min$1.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - R12R12
Walk to Ucla
Leaves from Westwood Blvd & Santa Monica Blvd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westwood Blvd & Santa Monica Blvd
    ID 2147
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - R12R12
    Wait for bus
    R12
    UCLA
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westwood Plaza & Strathmore (Gateway Plaza)
    ID 2605
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to Ucla
    Walk to
    Ucla
    Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Santa Monica / Westwood to Ucla by bus via 1 and RAPID 6

To get from Santa Monica / Westwood to Ucla in Westwood, take the 1 bus from Westwood Blvd & Santa Monica Blvd station to Westwood / Weyburn station. Next, take the RAPID 6 bus from Westwood Blvd/Weyburn Ave station to UCLA Gateway Plaza station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 16 min. The ride fare is $1.50. The bus schedule from Santa Monica / Westwood may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ucla on the Moovit app.

16min$1.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Bus - RAPID 6RAPID 6
Walk to Ucla
Leaves from Westwood Blvd & Santa Monica Blvd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westwood Blvd & Santa Monica Blvd
    ID 2147
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    UCLA
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westwood / Weyburn
    ID 16554
    7 min
  • 4
    Bus - RAPID 6RAPID 6
    Wait for bus
    RAPID 6
    UCLA
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    UCLA Gateway Plaza
    ID 646
    3 min
  • 6
    Walk to Ucla
    Walk to
    Ucla
    Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles
    130 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Monica / Westwood to Ucla

The distance between Santa Monica / Westwood, Westwood and Ucla, Westwood is approximately 1.56 mi, which can typically be travelled in 12 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Monica / Westwood to Ucla by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Westwood – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Santa Monica / Westwood to Ucla

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

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Alternative route from Santa Monica / Westwood to Ucla by bus via 1 and RAPID 6

To get from Santa Monica / Westwood to Ucla in Westwood, take the 1 bus from Westwood Blvd & Santa Monica Blvd station to Westwood / Weyburn station. Next, take the RAPID 6 bus from Westwood Blvd/Weyburn Ave station to UCLA Gateway Plaza station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 16 min. The ride fare is $1.50. The bus schedule from Santa Monica / Westwood may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ucla on the Moovit app.

16min$1.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Bus - RAPID 6RAPID 6
Walk to Ucla
Leaves from Westwood Blvd & Santa Monica Blvd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westwood Blvd & Santa Monica Blvd
    ID 2147
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    UCLA
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westwood / Weyburn
    ID 16554
    7 min
  • 4
    Bus - RAPID 6RAPID 6
    Wait for bus
    RAPID 6
    UCLA
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    UCLA Gateway Plaza
    ID 646
    3 min
  • 6
    Walk to Ucla
    Walk to
    Ucla
    Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles
    130 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica / Westwood to Ucla?

    The fastest way takes 12 minutes, using Bus line R12.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Santa Monica / Westwood to Ucla?

    The alternative route takes 16 minutes, using Bus line 1, Bus line RAPID 6.

  • Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica / Westwood and Ucla?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Santa Monica / Westwood in West Los Angeles to Ucla in Westwood in 12 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Santa Monica / Westwood to Ucla?

    The R12 bus line goes from Westwood Blvd & Santa Monica Blvd station near Santa Monica / Westwood in West Los Angeles to UCLA station near Ucla in Westwood.

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Monica / Westwood to Ucla by bus?

    The total travel time between Santa Monica / Westwood in West Los Angeles and Ucla in Westwood by bus is about 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Santa Monica / Westwood to get to Ucla?

    Get on the R12 bus from the Westwood Blvd & Santa Monica Blvd stop near Santa Monica / Westwood in West Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Santa Monica / Westwood and Ucla?

    Get off the bus at the UCLA stop, which is closest to Ucla in Westwood.

  • When is the last bus from Santa Monica / Westwood to Ucla?

    The last bus from Santa Monica / Westwood in West Los Angeles to Ucla in Westwood is the Lake View Terr - Sherman Oaks line. It leaves the Westwood / Santa Monica stop at 7:47 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Santa Monica / Westwood to Ucla?

    The ride from Santa Monica / Westwood to Ucla costs $1.10.

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