Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger announced the return of the Beach Bus program for the 2026 summer season for more communities in the Fifth District. Beginning on June 9 and continuing through Labor Day, residents of Los Angeles County’s foothill communities can enjoy affordable, direct transportation to Santa Monica Beach.
“With the Beach Bus, families from across Los Angeles County can affordably access cooler weather and one of our region’s most precious resources,” said Supervisor Kathryn Barger. “I’m proud to bring back this program for another summer to connect the foothill communities to our beaches.”
Round-trip fares are $3.00 for adults and children. Seniors age 60 and older with valid identification and persons with disabilities pay a reduced fare of $1.50. Exact fare is required. Children under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Beach Bus schedules and route information are available online.
Service operates Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays beginning June 23 through Labor Day, September 7, 2026.
Pick-up locations include the northwest corner of Cienega Avenue and Sunflower Avenue at 9:00 a.m., the Charter Oak Park parking lot at 9:10 a.m., and the Pamela Park parking lot at 9:30 a.m. The return trip departs the Santa Monica Pier parking lot at 3:30 p.m.
La Crescenta/La Cañada Flintridge Route
Service operates Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays starting June 9 through Labor Day, September 7, 2026.
Pick-up locations include Two Strike Park on Rosemont Avenue at 9:15 a.m., the County Library on La Crescenta Boulevard at 9:25 a.m., the southeast corner of Montrose Avenue and Ocean View Boulevard at 9:35 a.m., and the northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and La Cañada Boulevard at 9:45 a.m. The return bus departs Santa Monica Beach at 3:30 p.m.
Service operates Thursdays and Saturdays beginning June 11 through Labor Day, September 7, 2026. Pick up locations include the southeast corner of Allen Avenue and Oakwood Street at 9:15 a.m. and at Lincoln Avenue and Ventura Street–in front of the Bob Lucas Memorial Library–at 9:30 a.m. The return trip departs Santa Monica Beach at 3:30 p.m.
Reservations are strongly encouraged. Riders may book seats at www.LAGoBus.com up to ten days in advance, but no later than 10:00 a.m. the day prior to travel. Riders will receive a confirmation upon booking.
For questions, call (626) 458-3909 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Riders are encouraged to arrive at their bus stop at least 10 minutes before departure. Service may be modified due to weather and road conditions. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may contact the California Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1.
For additional information or to request information in an alternative format, call (888) 769-1122 or visit www.LAGoBus.com.