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

Santa Monica / Fairfax to Ucla - Bus Schedule

The 4 bus from Santa Monica / Fairfax to Ucla usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-30 min. The trip takes about 50 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Santa Monica / Fairfax to Ucla by bus

To get from Santa Monica / Fairfax to Ucla in Westwood, take the 4 bus from Santa Monica/Fairfax station to Santa Monica / Westwood station. Next, take the R12 bus from Westwood / Santa Monica station to Westwood Plaza & Strathmore (Gateway Plaza) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The ride fare is $2.85. The bus schedule from Santa Monica / Fairfax may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ucla on the Moovit app.

50min$2.85
Walk to bus station
Bus - 44
Bus - R12R12
Walk to Ucla
Leaves from Santa Monica/Fairfax

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Monica/Fairfax
    ID 14391
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Santa Monica
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Santa Monica / Westwood
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westwood / Santa Monica
    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
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Public transit directions from Santa Monica / Fairfax to Ucla

The distance between Santa Monica / Fairfax, Westwood and Ucla, Westwood is approximately 6.92 mi, which can typically be travelled in 50 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Monica / Fairfax 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 / Fairfax to Ucla

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

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

    The fastest way takes 50 minutes, using Bus line 4, Bus line R12.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 50 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Santa Monica / Fairfax in West Hollywood and Ucla in Westwood by bus is about 50 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the bus at the Santa Monica / Westwood stop, which is closest to Ucla in Westwood.

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

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

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