How to get from Santa Monica Pier to Dockweiler State Beach by bus?

From Santa Monica Pier to Dockweiler State Beach by bus

To get from Santa Monica Pier to Dockweiler State Beach in Playa Del Rey, take the 3 bus from 4th SB & Santa Monica Place Co station to Lax/Metro Transit Center station. Next, take the 109 bus from Lax/Metro Transit Center station to Grand Ave. / Main St. station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 48 min. The ride fare is $1.10. The bus schedule from Santa Monica Pier may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Dockweiler State Beach on the Moovit app.

108min$1.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - 33
Bus - 109109
Walk to Dockweiler State Beach
Leaves from 4th SB & Santa Monica Place Co

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    4th SB & Santa Monica Place Co
    450 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Lax/Metro Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lax/Metro Transit Center
    43 min
  • 4
    Bus - 109109
    Wait for bus
    109
    Southbound
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand Ave. / Main St.
    ID 223
    20 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dockweiler State Beach
    Walk to
    Dockweiler State Beach
    Hyperion Way
    1.36 mi • 28 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Monica Pier to Dockweiler State Beach

The distance between Santa Monica Pier, Playa Del Rey and Dockweiler State Beach, Playa Del Rey is approximately 15.41 mi, which can typically be travelled in 108 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Monica Pier to Dockweiler State Beach by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Playa Del Rey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Santa Monica Pier to Dockweiler State Beach

To check the bus schedule from Santa Monica Pier to Dockweiler State Beach using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Santa Monica Pier) and destination (Dockweiler State Beach), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica Pier to Dockweiler State Beach?

    The fastest way takes 108 minutes, using Bus line 3, Bus line 109.

  • Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica Pier and Dockweiler State Beach?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 48 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Santa Monica Pier to Dockweiler State Beach?

    The 3 bus line goes from 4th SB & Santa Monica Place Co station near Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica to Lax/Metro Transit Center station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Lax/Metro Transit Center station near Dockweiler State Beach in Playa Del Rey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Monica Pier to Dockweiler State Beach by bus?

    The total travel time between Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica and Dockweiler State Beach in Playa Del Rey by bus is about 1 hr 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Santa Monica Pier to get to Dockweiler State Beach?

    Get on the 3 bus from the 4th SB & Santa Monica Place Co stop near Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Santa Monica Pier and Dockweiler State Beach?

    Get off the bus at the Lax/Metro Transit Center stop, which is closest to Dockweiler State Beach in Playa Del Rey.

  • How much is the bus fare from Santa Monica Pier to Dockweiler State Beach?

    The ride from Santa Monica Pier to Dockweiler State Beach costs $1.10.

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