Best way to get from Orange, CA to Santa Monica, CA
Find the best ways to travel from Orange CA to Santa Monica CA. You can also request a ride directly in the app at the tap of a button.
Transportation options
Uber: Request an Uber ride from Orange to Santa Monica. The estimated travel time is 63 minutes, with an approximate price of $68 and a distance of 45 miles.
Public transportation: Utilize the Metrolink train service from Orange to Los Angeles Union Station, then transfer to the Metro Expo Line (E Line) towards Santa Monica. The total travel time is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of about 50 miles, with a price of around $10.
Private bus: Take a private bus service from Orange to Santa Monica. The journey typically takes around 2 hours, with prices starting at approximately $15, covering a distance of about 45 miles.
Note: The travel times and costs are approximate and subject to change depending on traffic conditions and other factors. Updated June, 2025.
Reserve a ride in advance to Santa Monica, CA
Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber to get from Orange, CA to Santa Monica, CA. Request a ride up to 90 days before your trip, at any time and on any day of the year.
Reserve may not be available for your pickup location.
Getting from Orange, CA to Santa Monica, CA
When you ride with Uber on your next trip from Orange, CA to Santa Monica, CA, you’ve got choices. Whether you’re traveling alone or with others, find a ride option that fits your needs and budget. If you like to plan ahead, consider scheduling a ride to Santa Monica, CA in advance. Or you can request a ride on demand from Orange, CA in the Uber app.
The route your driver takes might depend on the time of day and other factors, like traffic and how many other riders are making requests. You can have a stress-free ride knowing that the Uber app will suggest the most efficient route to your driver.
Average Travel Time
1.0 hours
Average Route Price
$68
Average Route Distance
45 miles
How to get from Orange, CA to Santa Monica, CA
Compare ride options getting from Orange, CA to Santa Monica, CA. Check the Uber app for current prices and travel options available.
UberX
Affordable rides, all to yourself
$68
Uber Electric
Sustainable rides in electric vehicles
$64
UberXL
Affordable rides for groups up to 6
$99
Prices shown are for illustration purposes only and are based on average prices for the ride option shown from Orange, CA to Santa Monica, CA for the past 12 months. They do not represent fixed or guaranteed prices.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Uber available at Orange, CA?
The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride from Orange, CA anytime, 24/7.
- How much does it cost to get from Orange, CA to Santa Monica, CA?
The average price for this trip is $68. Open the Uber app and input Santa Monica, CA in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s available. Prices will vary based on time of day and how many riders are making requests.
- What is the most affordable ride option on the Uber app from Orange, CA to Santa Monica, CA?
The most affordable ride choice from Orange, CA to Santa Monica, CA is Green.
- How long does it take to get from Orange, CA to Santa Monica, CA?
The average duration for this ride is 61 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver is likely to arrive at Orange, CA. After your trip starts, your app provides an ETA for when you are likely to arrive at Santa Monica, CA. Please note: ETAs are not guaranteed; various factors like heavy traffic or road construction could affect travel time.
- Can I schedule trips in advance on the Uber app from Orange, CA?
If Uber Reserve is an option in the Uber app at Orange, CA, you can request a ride from Orange, CA anywhere from 2 hours to 90 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year. Uber’s ride-scheduling technology and Uber Reserve can help you be on time.
- Can I rent a car with Uber to drive from Orange, CA to Santa Monica, CA?
Check in the Uber app to see if car rentals are available at Orange, CA. If you see the Rent icon, you can complete your reservation using the Uber app. Then you can rent a car and drive yourself to Santa Monica, CA. To get more details, go to uber.com/u/uber-rent.
The data presented on this page represents historical average prices, durations, and distances for routes. Actual prices, durations, and distances may vary based on factors such as location, traffic conditions, and other variables. Information provided here is for reference purposes only and should not be considered as binding.
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