How to get from Hermosa Beach to Downtown by bus?

From Hermosa Beach to Downtown by bus

To get from Hermosa Beach to Downtown in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 13 bus from Pacific Coast Hwy at 16th St station to Harbor Gateway Transit Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the METRO J bus and finally take the 70 bus from Olive / General Thaddeus Kosciuszko station to Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is $1.00. The bus schedule from Hermosa Beach may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Downtown on the Moovit app.

81min$1.00
Bus - 1313
Bus - METRO J
Bus - 7070
Walk to Downtown
Leaves from Pacific Coast Hwy at 16th St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Hermosa Beach
  • 2
    Bus - 1313
    Wait for bus
    13
    Artesia Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harbor Gateway Transit Center
    28 min
  • 4
    Bus - METRO J
    Wait for bus
    METRO J
    El Monte Station - Downtown LA / J Line
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Olive / General Thaddeus Kosciuszko
    36 min
  • 6
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    El Monte Station
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
    ID 656
    6 min
  • 8
    Walk to Downtown
    Walk to
    Downtown
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Hermosa Beach to Downtown by bus via 13 and METRO J

To get from Hermosa Beach to Downtown in Los Angeles, take the 13 bus from Pacific Coast Hwy at 16th St station to Harbor Gateway Transit Center station. Next, take the METRO J bus from Harbor Gateway Transit Center station to Aliso St and Los Angeles St E station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 26 min. The ride fare is $1.00. The bus schedule from Hermosa Beach may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Downtown on the Moovit app.

86min$1.00
Bus - 1313
Bus - METRO J
Walk to Downtown
Leaves from Pacific Coast Hwy at 16th St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Hermosa Beach
  • 2
    Bus - 1313
    Wait for bus
    13
    Artesia Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harbor Gateway Transit Center
    28 min
  • 4
    Bus - METRO J
    Wait for bus
    METRO J
    El Monte Station - Downtown LA / J Line
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Aliso St and Los Angeles St E
    42 min
  • 6
    Walk to Downtown
    Walk to
    Downtown
    560 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Hermosa Beach to Downtown

The distance between Hermosa Beach, Los Angeles and Downtown, Los Angeles is approximately 22.39 mi, which can typically be travelled in 81 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hermosa Beach to Downtown by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Hermosa Beach to Downtown

To check the bus schedule from Hermosa Beach to Downtown using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Hermosa Beach) and destination (Downtown), 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Hermosa Beach to Downtown by bus via 13 and METRO J

To get from Hermosa Beach to Downtown in Los Angeles, take the 13 bus from Pacific Coast Hwy at 16th St station to Harbor Gateway Transit Center station. Next, take the METRO J bus from Harbor Gateway Transit Center station to Aliso St and Los Angeles St E station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 26 min. The ride fare is $1.00. The bus schedule from Hermosa Beach may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Downtown on the Moovit app.

86min$1.00
Bus - 1313
Bus - METRO J
Walk to Downtown
Leaves from Pacific Coast Hwy at 16th St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Hermosa Beach
  • 2
    Bus - 1313
    Wait for bus
    13
    Artesia Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harbor Gateway Transit Center
    28 min
  • 4
    Bus - METRO J
    Wait for bus
    METRO J
    El Monte Station - Downtown LA / J Line
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Aliso St and Los Angeles St E
    42 min
  • 6
    Walk to Downtown
    Walk to
    Downtown
    560 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Hermosa Beach to Downtown?

    The fastest way takes 81 minutes, using Bus line 13, Bus line METRO J, Bus line 70.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Hermosa Beach to Downtown?

    The alternative route takes 86 minutes, using Bus line 13, Bus line METRO J.

  • Is there a direct bus between Hermosa Beach and Downtown in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 21 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Hermosa Beach to Downtown in Los Angeles?

    The 13 bus line goes from Artesia Station station near Hermosa Beach to Harbor Gateway Transit Center station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Harbor Gateway Transit Center station near Downtown in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Hermosa Beach to Downtown in Los Angeles by bus?

    The total travel time between Hermosa Beach and Downtown in Los Angeles by bus is about 1 hr 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Hermosa Beach to get to Downtown in Los Angeles?

    Get on the 13 bus from the Artesia Station stop near Hermosa Beach in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Hermosa Beach and Downtown in Los Angeles?

    Get off the bus at the Harbor Gateway Transit Center stop, which is closest to Downtown in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the bus fare from Hermosa Beach to Downtown?

    The ride from Hermosa Beach to Downtown costs $1.00.

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