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

From Vine / Santa Monica to Ucla by bus

To get from Vine / Santa Monica to Ucla in Westwood, take the 4 bus from Santa Monica / Vine station to Santa Monica / Westwood station. Next, 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 1 hr 7 min. The ride fare is $2.85. The bus schedule from Vine / Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ucla on the Moovit app.

67min$2.85
Walk to bus station
Bus - 44
Bus - R12R12
Walk to Ucla
Leaves from Santa Monica / Vine

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Monica / Vine
    ID 14432
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    West LA - Sepulveda Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Santa Monica / Westwood
    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westwood Blvd & Santa Monica Blvd
    ID 2147
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - R12R12
    Wait for bus
    R12
    UCLA
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westwood Plaza & Strathmore (Gateway Plaza)
    ID 2605
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ucla
    Walk to
    Ucla
    Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Vine / Santa Monica to Ucla by bus via 4 and 6

To get from Vine / Santa Monica to Ucla in Westwood, take the 4 bus from Santa Monica / Vine station to Sepulveda / Santa Monica station. Next, take the 6 bus from Sepulveda Blvd/Santa Monica Blvd station to UCLA Gateway Plaza station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is $2.15. The bus schedule from Vine / Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ucla on the Moovit app.

73min$2.15
Walk to bus station
Bus - 44
Bus - 66
Walk to Ucla
Leaves from Santa Monica / Vine

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Monica / Vine
    ID 14432
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    West LA - Sepulveda Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sepulveda / Santa Monica
    ID 6042
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sepulveda Blvd/Santa Monica Blvd
    ID 639
    80 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    UCLA
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    UCLA Gateway Plaza
    ID 646
    17 min
  • 7
    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 Vine / Santa Monica to Ucla

The distance between Vine / Santa Monica, Westwood and Ucla, Westwood is approximately 8.89 mi, which can typically be travelled in 67 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Vine / Santa Monica 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 Vine / Santa Monica to Ucla

To check the bus schedule from Vine / Santa Monica to Ucla using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Vine / Santa Monica) 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Vine / Santa Monica to Ucla by bus via 4 and 6

To get from Vine / Santa Monica to Ucla in Westwood, take the 4 bus from Santa Monica / Vine station to Sepulveda / Santa Monica station. Next, take the 6 bus from Sepulveda Blvd/Santa Monica Blvd station to UCLA Gateway Plaza station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is $2.15. The bus schedule from Vine / Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ucla on the Moovit app.

73min$2.15
Walk to bus station
Bus - 44
Bus - 66
Walk to Ucla
Leaves from Santa Monica / Vine

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Monica / Vine
    ID 14432
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    West LA - Sepulveda Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sepulveda / Santa Monica
    ID 6042
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sepulveda Blvd/Santa Monica Blvd
    ID 639
    80 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    UCLA
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    UCLA Gateway Plaza
    ID 646
    17 min
  • 7
    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 Vine / Santa Monica to Ucla?

    The fastest way takes 67 minutes, using Bus line 4, Bus line R12.

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

    The alternative route takes 73 minutes, using Bus line 4, Bus line 6.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 7 min.

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

    The 4 bus line goes from Santa Monica / Vine station near Vine / Santa Monica in Hollywood to West LA - Sepulveda Blvd station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till West LA - Sepulveda Blvd station near Ucla in Westwood.

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

    The total travel time between Vine / Santa Monica in Hollywood and Ucla in Westwood by bus is about 1 hr 7 min.

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

    Get on the 4 bus from the Santa Monica / Vine stop near Vine / Santa Monica in Hollywood.

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

    Get off the bus at the West LA - Sepulveda Blvd stop, which is closest to Ucla in Westwood.

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

    The ride from Vine / Santa Monica to Ucla costs $2.85.

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