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Santa Monica Airport Shuttle & Charter Bus Rentals
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For easy, stress-free airport transfers across the Westside and Southern California, Santamonica
- 30 sec.to see online pricing and availability, with no account needed
- 24/7live support, 365 days a year
- Same dayrentals for last-minute plans in Santa Monica
- Up to 56passengers on one charter bus, with under-bus luggage bays
Serving All Airports Through One of the Largest Bus Networks in Santa Monica
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
- Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)
- Long Beach Airport (LGB)
- Hawthorne Municipal Airport (HHR)
- John Wayne Airport (SNA)
- Santa Monica Airport (SMO)
- Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
- Compton/Woodley Airport (CPM)
Finding Santa Monica Airport Transportation Has Never Been Easier
Forget calling five local bus companies one by one, repeating your flight itinerary over and over, and waiting around on callbacks while terminal traffic piles up on I-10 and Lincoln Boulevard! With Santamonica
Types of Buses Available
What Types of Buses Can I Rent for Airport Transportation?
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*Photos and vehicles shown above are examples of typical bus types and may not be the exact make or model offered for your trip. We are a bus rental comparison website—not a transportation company—and do not own or operate vehicles, so you're never stuck with whatever one single fleet has parked in its lot! Fill out the (no account needed!) or call 424-525-8900 any day of the year to compare current vehicle options, photos, live availability, and pricing from one of the largest networks of independent bus companies, and confirm your exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Santa Monica Airport Shuttles at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Moving a large group through Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) at 1 World Way doesn't have to mean splitting into eight rideshares or fighting the notorious horseshoe traffic on World Way! Because LAX strictly prohibits curbside idling, your driver will wait in the Commercial Vehicle Holding Lot on 96th Street and Vicksburg Avenue until your whole group has gathered its bags at Baggage Claim, then pull right up to the designated charter bus zones on the Lower/Arrivals Level outer island (or the Upper/Departures Level curb for drop-offs). We also coordinate seamless transfers through Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) up I-405 N, Long Beach Airport (LGB), and private FBO charters at Santa Monica Airport (SMO) at 3223 Donald Douglas Loop S. You choose the bus and schedule that works for YOUR flight, and your driver handles the 405 freeway gridlock for you!
Reliable Santa Monica Shuttles for Airline Crews & Passengers
Rather than scrambling for last-minute hotel vans when flights get delayed or diverted, airline coordinators and travel planners count on Santamonica
Last-Minute & Pre-Booked Layover Bus Rentals
Need an emergency airport shuttle right now because of a grounded flight, or planning a fun sightseeing layover so your group isn't stuck sitting at the gate for eight hours? Because Santamonica
Direct Shuttles Between Santa Monica Airports and Local Hotels
It takes just seconds to arrange direct, door-to-door group transportation services from the tarmac straight to your hotel lobby or conference venue! Whether you're organizing corporate event transportation to the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows (unloading smoothly along the Wilshire Boulevard or Ocean Avenue drive lanes) or bringing out-of-town wedding guests to Shutters on the Beach at 1 Pico Boulevard, your private shuttle skips the shared-van stops and surge-priced Ubers. We also coordinate group drop-offs along Barnard Way for The Georgian Hotel and Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel, keeping your travelers clear of Pacific Coast Highway (CA-1) beach congestion. Travelling further inland to Venice, Marina del Rey, Beverly Hills, or Downtown LA? Just enter your itinerary once online to compare buses, pictures, and prices in under 30 seconds!
Our Pricing & Packages
How Much Does Airport Transportation in Santa Monica Cost?
| Common Santa Monica Airport Route | Distance / Drive Time | Sprinter Van (11–14 Pass.)* | Minibus (15–35 Pass.)* | 56-Passenger Charter Bus* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Monica ↔ Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) | ~9 miles (15–25 min) | $380–$746+ | $360–$740+ | $410–$770+ |
| Santa Monica ↔ Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) | ~24 miles (35–45 min) | $380–$746+ | $360–$740+ | $410–$770+ |
| Santa Monica ↔ Long Beach Airport (LGB) | ~31 miles (40–50 min) | $380–$746+ | $360–$740+ | $410–$770+ |
| Santa Monica ↔ Santa Monica Airport (SMO) | ~5 miles (5–15 min) | $380–$746+ | $360–$740+ | $410–$770+ |
| Hourly rate (weekdays / weekends) | 2- to 5-hour minimum* | $190–$373+ / $218–$466+ | $180–$370+ / $180–$385+ | $205–$385+ / $225–$410+ |
*Planning estimates from the independent bus companies in the network, not a quote for your date. Each route is figured from weekday hourly rates for the bus's drive there and back, rounded up to whole hours, with the 2-hour minimum. Your exact price depends on your travel date, passenger and luggage count, and the bus you pick. Standard minimums: 2 hours Monday through Wednesday or earlier in the day, 3 hours or more after 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and up to 5 hours on the busiest dates. These are just standard minimums. Call us and we can often set up less time, a one-way, split time or a custom package. Outside trip costs like and parking are paid separately. Call (424) 525-8900 any day of the year for a custom airport transfer package!
Frequently Asked Questions About Santa Monica Airport Transfers
Not sure what you need? Let us help! Just call us at (424) 525-8900, every single day of the year.
Contact usHow quickly can I get a quote for a Santa Monica airport shuttle?
You can get free, live online pricing in under 30 seconds by filling out one quick form with your pickup location, date, and headcount—with no account needed! You'll see photos and rates from multiple independent bus companies on one screen, plus get a copy sent by text and email.
Does Santamonicashuttlebuscompany.com offer same-day airport bus rentals?
Yes, last-minute and same-day airport rentals are always available because we connect you with a massive California network of bus operators rather than a single fleet! Call (424) 525-8900 any day of the year if you need an urgent terminal pickup today.
Where does my charter bus meet our group at LAX or Santa Monica Airport?
At LAX, charter buses stage in the 96th Street Commercial Holding Lot until your whole group has its luggage, then load on the Lower/Arrivals Level outer curb island. For private flights at Santa Monica Airport (SMO), your driver coordinates directly with your FBO off Donald Douglas Loop South for planeside or lobby pickup.
What happens if our flight into Santa Monica or LAX is delayed?
Don't worry—just keep your driver or the 24/7 support team updated with your flight number and revised landing time! Because our confirmation department verifies your full itinerary ahead of time, your schedule can be adjusted so your bus is ready when you touch down.
What types of airport transfer packages can I book?
You can book one-way terminal transfers, round-trip airport shuttles, hourly layover tours, multi-stop hotel routes, or multi-day packages! If you don't need a standard hourly minimum and just want a quick transfer, call (424) 525-8900 for custom below-minimum deals.
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Book Your Santa Monica Airport Transportation Today!
Waiting in long taxi lines or wrangling multiple rideshares at the terminal is a thing of the past when you use Santamonica