Getting around Santa Monica, CA
Planning to travel in Santa Monica? Whether you’re a visitor or a resident, let this guide help you make the most of your Santa Monica experience. Travel from Los Angeles International Airport to popular hotels like Santa Monica Proper Hotel using Uber and discover popular routes and destinations.
Reserve car service in Santa Monica with Uber
Arrange your car service needs in advance with Uber in Santa Monica. Request a ride anytime up to 90 days ahead, whether you need transportation to Los Angeles International Airport, you have plans to visit your favorite restaurant, or you’re going somewhere else.
Ride Sharing in Santa Monica, California
Getting around Santa Monica without a car is easy with Uber. Find places to visit, then request a ride on any day and at any time of the week. You can request a ride from Los Angeles International Airport to Sawtelle or head to another destination with the app. If you’re planning to travel in Santa Monica with a large group, request BLACK to enjoy a comfortable ride.
Open the Uber app and enter your destination to begin exploring Santa Monica.
Santa Monica-area airport car service
When your travel in Santa Monica takes you to an airport from Sawtelle, Ocean Park or elsewhere, open the app and request a ride at any time of day. Tap below on the name of a nearby airport to learn how to use Uber to get car service to arrivals and departures. On the linked airport page, you’ll find out where to meet your driver for pickup, how much the trip will cost, and more.
Choose the best ways to get around Santa Monica
Taxi in Santa Monica
Consider Uber as an alternative to taxis when traveling in Santa Monica. With Uber, you can trade flagging down cabs for requesting rides on demand, no matter the time of day. You can request a ride from Los Angeles International Airport, visit Harbor City, or enter another place. Open the app and enter a destination to get around Santa Monica.
Public transport in Santa Monica
Getting around with public transport is an affordable way to travel. Depending on the area, you can view nearby bus or subway routes with Uber Transit to help plan your travels. Open the app to see if Uber Transit is available in neighborhoods such as Sawtelle and Ocean Park, or visit popular places in Santa Monica by ridesharing with Uber.
Bike rentals in Santa Monica
Biking is an eco-friendly way to get around the heart of a city. In select cities, you can find and ride electric bikes with Uber. Open the app to see if bikes are available in Santa Monica, then order from our popular restaurants to refuel after a day of exploring. If bikes are available in Santa Monica, remember to wear a helmet and follow traffic laws while riding.
Popular destinations in Santa Monica
Uber makes Santa Monica travel easy. While riders can use Uber to request a ride to pretty much anywhere, some destinations are more popular than others. Uber riders getting around Santa Monica request rides to Venice Beach Boardwalk more than any other spot.
Here, you can explore popular routes requested by riders near you—with dropoff locations and average route prices.
Destination | Average price with UberX* |
|---|---|
Venice Beach Boardwalk | $14 |
The Getty Center | $29 |
Westfield Century City | $27 |
Rodeo Drive | $34 |
Riot Games | $14 |
Taxis and other ride options near Santa Monica
Frequently asked questions
- Is Uber available in Santa Monica?
Yes. The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride to get around Santa Monica anytime, 24/7.
- What’s the most affordable way to travel in Santa Monica?
With Uber, you can choose the ride option that works best for your budget when you travel in Santa Monica. To see the possible cost, open the app and input your destination in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s currently available.
- Can I get around Santa Monica without a car?
Yes. Open your Uber app to request Santa Monica car service, and let your driver take you where you want to go. (You might see other Santa Monica transportation options available in your app, too.)
- Can I rent a car in Santa Monica?
Check the Uber app to see if car rentals are available in your city. If so, choose Rent and complete your reservation with a rental provider using the Uber app. Then travel in Santa Monica or wherever the road takes you.
- How does Uber in Santa Monica help keep riders safe?
Your safety when traveling in Santa Monica is a top priority. In a few taps, you can access in-app features like the emergency assistance button to call authorities if you need help.
- Is Uber Eats available in Santa Monica?
Yes. Uber Eats offers pickup or food delivery in Santa Monica from your favorite restaurants. Browse lots of food delivery options, place your order, and track it by the minute.
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