What is the cheapest way to get from California to Malibu?

The cheapest way to get from California to Malibu is to tram and line 134 bus which costs $2 - $4 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from California to Malibu?

The fastest way to get from California to Malibu is to drive which takes 36 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between California and Malibu?

No, there is no direct bus from California to Malibu. However, there are services departing from Broadway / 1st and arriving at Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via 5th / Colorado. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from California to Malibu?

The distance between California and Malibu is 30 miles. The road distance is 28.2 miles.

How do I travel from California to Malibu without a car?

The best way to get from California to Malibu without a car is to tram and line 134 bus which takes 2h 4m and costs $2 - $4.

How long does it take to get from California to Malibu?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from California to Malibu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Malibu bus from?

California to Malibu bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Broadway / 1st station.

Where does the California to Malibu bus arrive?

California to Malibu bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Broadway / 4th station.

Can I drive from California to Malibu?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Malibu is 28 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from California to Malibu.

Where can I stay near Malibu?

There are 247+ hotels available in Malibu.

California to Malibu - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 134 bus, and line 4 bus

There are 4 ways to get from California to Malibu by tram, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Tram, line 134 bus
best
1. Take the tram from Historic Broadway Station to Downtown Santa Monica StationMetro E Line
2. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to Civic Center / Stuart Ranch134
2h 4m
$3–4
Line 4 bus, line 134 bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway / 1st to Broadway / 4th4
2. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to Civic Center / Stuart Ranch134
3h 7m
$3–4
Drive 28.1 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Malibu28.1 mi
36 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Los Angeles to Malibu28.1 mi
36 min
$110–140

California to Malibu by tram and bus

153Weekly Services

2h 4mAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 29.5 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between California, USA and Malibu, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Broadway / 1st to Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via Broadway / 4th and 5th / Colorado in around 3h 7m.

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