How far is LAX from Santa Monica Pier?
LAX is about 10 to 12 miles from Santa Monica Pier.
Ascend in Motion provides scheduled rides with direct pickup at your terminal and drop-off near the beach.
Travel time varies between 20 and 40 minutes depending on traffic.

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Yes. With beaches, shopping, dining, and the pier, Santa Monica can easily fill a full day.
Ascend in Motion provides comfortable, flexible round-trip service so you can enjoy the area without parking concerns.
Leave your car behind and enjoy stress-free travel. Our service lets you explore Santa Monica without fighting traffic or hunting for expensive parking. -
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Yes. Uber drivers can drop passengers off curbside at LAX terminals on the departures level.
Ascend in Motion also provides curbside drop-off with fixed pricing and licensed chauffeurs.
Avoid drop-off congestion and timing issues. We deliver your ride professionally, exactly where and when you need. -
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Yes. You can schedule an Uber up to 90 days in advance with Uber Reserve, but pickups happen only at the LAX-it lot and prices often surge.
Ascend in Motion offers scheduled, flat-rate curbside pickup directly at your terminal with no surge pricing.
Unlike rideshares that require walking or shuttling to LAX-it, our licensed chauffeurs meet you right outside your terminal. Pricing is guaranteed at booking, no matter the time or demand. You get professional, insured service with zero guesswork or delays. -
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Yes. Uber can pick up at LAX, but only from the LAX-it lot which requires a walk or shuttle from the terminal.
Ascend in Motion picks up directly at your terminal’s curb with professional, scheduled service.
Avoid crowds, confusion, and surge pricing. Your chauffeur meets you where your flight ends.
