Beach Bus is run by Los Angeles County Public Works to provide low-cost transit to Santa Monica Beach and Dockweiler Beach from inland regions around the county. So, beat the heat this summer and take the County’s Beach Bus at www.LAGoBus.com.
Tickets prices depend on location, and reservations are required to ensure availability. Reservations can be made on the Public Work’s website up to 10 days in advance and no later than one day before your trip; they are not required for the Topanga, East Los Angeles, and Willowbrook Beach Bus.
Beach Bus pickup locations and round-trip fares:
- Altadena | $3
- Castaic/West Ranch | $4
- Charter Oak/Duarte | $3
- East Los Angeles | $2
- La Crescenta/La Cañada Flintridge | $3
- Landcaster | $6
- Palmdale | $6
- Topanga | $2
- Willowbrook | TBA
Dockweiler Beach offers plenty of amenities including picnic areas, fire pits, BBQ grills, volleyball courts, and a food concession stand. During the summer, Dockweiler also hosts popular Friday Night Movies on the Beach for FREE, providing a unique experience where families and friends can watch films under the stars.
Image source: LA Times
Image source: LA County Beaches
Santa Monica Beach offers endless opportunities for recreation, dining, and entertainment just steps from the sand. Explore the iconic Santa Monica Pier, home to rides, games, restaurants, and shops, or stroll through the vibrant Third Street Promenade for shopping, dining, and people-watching. Visitors can also take advantage of beach rentals, surf schools, and scenic bike paths that stretch along the coastline for the perfect Southern California beach day.
Source: California.com
Source: WLA
There are various schedules for each route; please visit the hyperlink for your desired pickup location to view its schedule.