--- description: "Santa Monica College parking: Fall 2026 permits cost $50, daily passes cost $12, and nearby spaces start at $2.50/hr, 0.2 mi away." title: Parking Near Santa Monica College, CA | Parksy image: https://www.parksy.com/sites/default/files/landmarks/parking-near-santa-monica-college-santa-monica-d76f30.webp --- [Skip to main content](#main-content) # Parking Near Santa Monica College, CA Landmark Parking · Santa Monica, California · Santa Monica College Published 17 Sep 2026 · 4 min read · Reviewed by the [Parksy Editorial Team](https://www.parksy.com/editorial-guidelines) 1310 11th Street [Airport Parking (LAX)](https://www.parksy.com/airport/us/ca/lax) [Cheap Parking](https://www.parksy.com/cheap/us/ca/santa-monica) [Disability Parking](https://www.parksy.com/disability/us/ca/santa-monica) [Free Parking](https://www.parksy.com/free/us/ca/santa-monica) [Garage Rentals](https://www.parksy.com/garages/santa-monica) [Listings Nearby](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ca/santa-monica) [Moving Guide](https://www.parksy.com/moving/us/ca/santa-monica) [Parking Costs](https://www.parksy.com/costs/us/ca/santa-monica) [Parking Fines](https://www.parksy.com/fines/us/ca/santa-monica) [Parking Permits](https://www.parksy.com/permits/us/ca/santa-monica) [Parking Signs](https://www.parksy.com/signs/us/ca/santa-monica) [Rent Parking](https://www.parksy.com/rent/us/ca/santa-monica) [Street Parking](https://www.parksy.com/street/us/ca/santa-monica) [Towed Vehicle](https://www.parksy.com/towed/us/ca/santa-monica) [Vehicle Storage](https://www.parksy.com/storage/us/ca/santa-monica) Where Can I Park for Santa Monica College? Campus drivers must register their vehicle and obtain a permit. A Fall 2026 student permit costs $50, while the main-campus daily pass is $12. Paid permits are valid daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. at all SMC parking locations. Nearby alternatives include parking 0.2 mi away for $13.60 an hour or 0.4 mi away for $11 an hour. Listen to article 4:30 minutes Playback speed 0.75×1×1.25×1.5×2× Voice Auto (your country) Audio is AI-generated on your device, so voice and pronunciation may vary. [Find Parking Near Me](https://www.parksy.com/parking-near-me) [Find Parking Near Me](https://www.parksy.com/parking-near-me) Search secure car spaces, garages and undercover spots near you, and lock in your spot in minutes.
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## Parking Near Santa Monica [Secure Garage Parking in Santa Monica – 901 Wilshire Blvd $2.50/hr 0.2 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ca/santa-monica/secure-garage-parking-in-santa-monica-901-wilshire-130408) [Secure Parking at Lincoln Wilshire Garage, Santa Monica $13.60/hr 0.2 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ca/santa-monica/secure-parking-at-lincoln-wilshire-garage-santa-mo-141474) [Convenient Lincoln Wilshire Garage Parking in Santa Monica $13.60/hr 0.2 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ca/santa-monica/convenient-lincoln-wilshire-garage-parking-in-sant-130253) [Convenient Outdoor Lot Parking in Santa Monica, CA $11.00/hr 0.4 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ca/santa-monica/convenient-outdoor-lot-parking-in-santa-monica-ca-133142) [Affordable 1453 6th St. Parking in Santa Monica $11.00/hr 0.4 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ca/santa-monica/affordable-1453-6th-st-parking-in-santa-monica-133151) [Secure 24/7 Private Parking in Santa Monica, CA $100.00/mo 0.4 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ca/santa-monica/secure-247-private-parking-santa-monica-ca-4647) [See more parking near you →](https://www.parksy.com/parking-near-me) ![Santa Monica College, with private parking spaces bookable nearby on Parksy.](https://www.parksy.com/sites/default/files/landmarks/parking-near-santa-monica-college-santa-monica-d76f30.webp) Santa Monica College, with private parking spaces bookable nearby on Parksy. Photo: [Pexels](https://www.pexels.com) ## Santa Monica College Campus Parking Permits and Main-Campus Rates Drivers using the campus must register their vehicle and obtain a Santa Monica College permit, because permits are no longer free (smc.edu). Students can purchase a Fall 2026 permit for $50, while the main-campus daily pass costs $12 (smc.edu). All vehicles on Santa Monica College property need a valid permit unless they are in metered spaces (smc.edu). Paid permits are valid daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. at all SMC parking locations (smc.edu). Students who drive can buy a permit for the main campus, or request a free permit for the Bundy or Airport Arts campuses (smc.edu). ## Parksy Spaces Around Santa Monica College Two other secure spaces at the Lincoln Wilshire Garage are also 0.2 mi away, each priced at $13.60 an hour, and suit visitors who want garage parking close to campus. At 0.4 mi, an outdoor lot and a space at 1453 6th Street each cost $11 an hour. These options are useful for students, staff, or visitors who can manage a longer walk. A private parking space in Santa Monica is also 0.4 mi away and costs $100 a month, which better suits a student or staff member parking regularly rather than making individual short visits. Show map of Santa Monica ## Other Parking Near the 11th Street Campus Drivers looking beyond campus can use the nearby Parksy garages and lots as alternatives to the main-campus daily pass. Further options include an outdoor lot and parking at 1453 6th Street, both 0.4 mi away and priced at $11 an hour. A private space 0.4 mi away costs $100 a month for regular parking. The campus also has a CMD parking structure for SMC personnel, students, and guests, available for an online fee (smc.edu). ## Metro E Line and Walking Access to Santa Monica College Route #5 connects the Metro E Line with the main campus and the Center for Media, giving transit users a direct connection between rail and SMC facilities (smc.edu). The campus address is 1310 11th Street, about 270 yd from Santa Monica center. The Metro E Line is the key rail connection named for the campus, while Route #5 provides the onward link to campus. This arrangement can be practical for students and staff who want to avoid campus permit charges, and for visitors attending the campus without needing a nearby car space. Show street view near Santa Monica College ## Sources - [Santa Monica College website](https://www.smc.edu/) - [California Department of Transportation](https://dot.ca.gov) - [USA.gov motor vehicle services](https://www.usa.gov/motor-vehicle-services) - [Federal Highway Administration](https://highways.dot.gov) - [Campus Parking](https://www.smc.edu/about/campuses/parking-transportation/parking.php) - [Visit CMD](https://www.smc.edu/about/campuses/cmd/visit-cmd.php) - [Parking Permits](https://admin.smc.edu/administration/police/frequently-asked-questions/parking/Parking-Permits.php) - [Parking Enforcement](https://admin.smc.edu/administration/police/frequently-asked-questions/parking/) \* Please note: parking prices, time limits and fine amounts change frequently and vary by operator, council and local authority. Everything on this page is indicative and provided on a best-endeavours basis. Always check the sign, the operator or the issuing authority before you rely on a figure. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Where Can I Park for Santa Monica College? Campus drivers must register their vehicle and obtain a permit. A Fall 2026 student permit costs $50, while the main-campus daily pass is $12. Paid permits are valid daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. at all SMC parking locations. Nearby alternatives include parking 0.2 mi away for $13.60 an hour or 0.4 mi away for $11 an hour. ### Do I Need a Permit to Park at Santa Monica College? Yes. Drivers using campus must register their vehicle and obtain a Santa Monica College permit because permits are no longer free. Students can purchase a permit for the main campus or request a free permit for the Bundy or Airport Arts campuses. ### How Much Does Santa Monica College Parking Cost? Students can purchase a Fall 2026 permit for $50. The main-campus daily pass costs $12. Paid permits are valid daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. at all Santa Monica College parking locations, so drivers can compare the permit option with nearby parking priced by the hour. ### What Is the Closest Parking Near Santa Monica College? Two secure spaces at the Lincoln Wilshire Garage are 0.2 mi away and cost $13.60 an hour. These nearby garage options suit visitors who want parking close to campus, while options 0.4 mi away cost $11 an hour. ### Is Monthly Parking Available Near Santa Monica College? A private parking space in Santa Monica is 0.4 mi away and costs $100 a month. It better suits a student or staff member parking regularly rather than making individual short visits. Other nearby options include an outdoor lot and parking at 1453 6th Street, both 0.4 mi away and priced at $11 an hour. ### Can I Reach Santa Monica College by Metro? Route #5 connects the Metro E Line with the main campus and the Center for Media, providing a direct connection between rail and campus facilities. The campus address is 1310 11th Street, about 270 yd from Santa Monica center. 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