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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Las Vegas (Downtown), NV | Santa Monica Pier | No tags | ||||
| Bus | South Strip Transfer Terminal | Santa Monica Pier | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Las Vegas (Downtown), NV | Santa Monica Pier | No tags | ||||
| Bus | South Strip Transfer Terminal | Santa Monica Pier | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Las Vegas (Downtown), NV | Santa Monica Pier | No tags |
Get from Las Vegas to Santa Monica
The journey takes about 12 hours, and with fares starting at just $159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5621 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $159
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Las Vegas, NV, US to Santa Monica by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Las Vegas to Santa Monica?
The cheapest bus tickets from Las Vegas to Santa Monica start from $159. The average price for this route is around $165. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Las Vegas to Santa Monica?
The average bus travel time from Las Vegas to Santa Monica is 12h, covering a distance of 388 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Las Vegas to Santa Monica route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Las Vegas to Santa Monica?
The earliest bus departs from Las Vegas to Santa Monica at 9:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:35am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Las Vegas to Santa Monica?
A bus trip from Las Vegas to Santa Monica generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Las Vegas, NV, US to Santa Monica was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $152To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Las Vegas, NV, US to Santa Monica, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $152 to $155 for a bus ticket from Las Vegas, NV, US to Santa Monica based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $152 which is on 2025-12-07.
