Sustainable Transportation and Parking Options
Transportation & Parking Options for Patients and Visitors
Patients and visitors can choose from a variety of convenient and sustainable transportation options to reach UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center. Whether you prefer to walk, bike, take transit or use a shared ride, there are plenty of options to make your trip easy and environmentally friendly.
Help us keep our community healthy and reduce traffic congestion by considering a sustainable commute whenever possible.
Sustainable Transportation Options
Ride-Hailing Services: Travel to the medical office conveniently using ride-hailing apps such as Uber, Lyft, Waymo or a local taxi. These services provide curb-to-curb transportation directly to the hospital entrance.
MODE Program: Patients and visitors can use the City of Santa Monica and Big Blue Bus Mobility On-Demand Every Day (MODE) program. This curb-to-curb shared-ride service provides affordable transportation for adults 65+ and individuals with disabilities to medical appointments and local destinations. Rides are available through Lyft for as little as $0.75 to $1.50 per trip, offering a convenient and reliable alternative to driving. Registration is required prior to using the service. For details, visit the Big Blue Bus website.
Public Transit Stops: Metro Bus and Big Blue Bus routes stop within a short walk. Visit their websites for route maps and schedules.
| Route | Address | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| BB2 | Wilshire WB & 17th FS | 4 min |
| Metro 20 | Wilshire / 17th | 4 min |
| Metro 20 | 720 Wilshire / 14th | 5 min |
| BBB41 | 14th NB & Arizona FS | 6 min |
| BBB 1 & R 10 | Santa Monica WB & 17th FS | 6 min |
| BBB 1 & R 10 | Santa Monica WB & 14th Ns | 7 min |
| Metro 4 | Santa Monica & 14th Street | 5 min |
| Metro 720 | Wilshire / 14th | 5 min |
Metro E Line: The 17th Street/Colorado Station is just a few blocks away, offering quick connections throughout Los Angeles.
A TAP card is used to pay for bus and train fares on the Los Angeles Metro. For information on how to purchase a Tap card, visit their website.
Biking: Biking is a healthy and sustainable way to commute that benefits both you and the environment. Santa Monica is a bike-friendly city with an extensive network of protected lanes and dedicated bike paths. Convenient bike racks are available along 15th and 16th Streets, supporting safe and comfortable riding for all visitors.
Metro Bike Share: Metro Bike Share offers a convenient, eco-friendly way for patients and visitors to reach our facility, with nearby stations along the E-Line at Downtown Santa Monica, 17th Street/Colorado and Arizona & 16th Street, located right at the corner of the hospital.
No bike? No problem — rent one quickly and conveniently with Metro Bike Share. Metro Bike Share Passes are $1.75 per 30 minutes. Sign up and start riding here.
Walking: If you live nearby, consider walking to your appointment. It’s a healthy way to get your steps in while enjoying Santa Monica’s fresh air and the neighborhood.
Google Maps: Plan your trip to UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center. Get real-time directions, transit schedules, and the best routes whether you’re driving, biking, walking or taking public transportation.
Transit App: This app helps you plan your trip, track your ride in real time and get step-by-step directions, provides real-time bus, train and rail schedules across Los Angeles and Santa Monica.
Parking Options
Parking spaces are limited at UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center. We encourage all patients
and visitors to explore sustainable transportation options whenever possible.
Even choosing sustainable ways to travel a few times a month helps ease traffic, improve air
quality, and create a healthier community for everyone. If you need to drive, convenient parking
options are available for patients and visitors, including:
- Valet Service:
1250 16th Street: Monday to Friday, 24-hours. Daily valet parking. (No In/Out privileges). Rates subject to change without notice.
1225 15th Street: Monday to Friday, 6 am to 6:30 pm. (No In/Out Privileges). Rates subject to change without notice. - 1260 15th St. Medical Building: Monday to Friday, 6:30 am to 10 pm; Saturdays: 8 am to 6 pm. Rates posted at entrance.
- 1245 16th St. Medical Building: Monday to Friday, 6 am to 10 pm; Saturdays: 8 am to 5 pm. Rates posted at entrance.
- 1311 16th St. Structure: Monday to Friday, 6:30 pm to 6 am; Weekends, Holidays: All day. Access tokens available at our main Security desk at 1250 16th St.
- Metered street parking: Please carefully read street signs. Meters in effect every day except Sunday.
Parking passes are available for purchase at Security and Parking Services. Call for information or go to the Security Desk at the main entrance on 16th Street or Arizona entrance. Parking pass options include:
- Monthly parking permit: Includes in/out privileges.
- Weekly parking permit: Includes in/out privileges.
- Labor/ Delivery day pass -- Includes in/out privileges. (Only available for significant other of L&D patient. Wristband must be presented.)
- After hours/weekends/holiday: From 6:30 pm to 6:00 am, Monday to Friday only. (No In/Out privileges)
For additional parking information, call or visit the . Rates subject to change without notice.