How to get from Sherman Oaks to Santa Monica State Beach by bus?

Sherman Oaks to Santa Monica State Beach - Bus Schedule

The 761 bus from Sherman Oaks to Santa Monica State Beach usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 15-30 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 40 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Sherman Oaks to Santa Monica State Beach by bus

To get from Sherman Oaks to Santa Monica State Beach you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 761 bus from Ventura / Van Nuys station to Church / 405 Fwy Off-Ramp station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 602 bus and finally take the 9 bus from Sunset / Drummond station to West Channel Rd & Pacific Coast Hwy station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 40 min. The ride fare is $2.85. The bus schedule from Sherman Oaks may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Santa Monica State Beach on the Moovit app.

100min$2.85
Bus - 761761
Bus - 602602
Bus - 99
Walk to Santa Monica State Beach
Leaves from Ventura / Van Nuys

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Sherman Oaks
  • 2
    Bus - 761761
    Wait for bus
    761
    Expo / Sepulveda Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Church / 405 Fwy Off-Ramp
    ID 9269
    34 min
  • 4
    Bus - 602602
    Wait for bus
    602
    Sunset - Pacific Coast Highway
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sunset / Drummond
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sunset / Drummond
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 99
    Wait for bus
    9
    Santa Monica
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    West Channel Rd & Pacific Coast Hwy
    ID WCHPCHEF
    4 min
  • 9
    Walk to Santa Monica State Beach
    Walk to
    Santa Monica State Beach
    415 Pacific Coast Hwy
    0.58 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Sherman Oaks to Santa Monica State Beach

The distance between Sherman Oaks and Santa Monica State Beach is approximately 15.21 mi, which can typically be travelled in 100 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Sherman Oaks to Santa Monica State Beach by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Santa Monica – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Sherman Oaks to Santa Monica State Beach

To check the bus schedule from Sherman Oaks to Santa Monica State Beach using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Sherman Oaks) and destination (Santa Monica 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 Sherman Oaks to Santa Monica State Beach?

    The fastest way takes 100 minutes, using Bus line 761, Bus line 602, Bus line 9.

  • Is there a direct bus between Sherman Oaks and Santa Monica State Beach?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 40 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Sherman Oaks to Santa Monica State Beach?

    The 761 bus line goes from Church / 405 Fwy Off-Ramp station near Sherman Oaks in Los Angeles to Sunset / Drummond station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Sunset / Drummond station near Santa Monica State Beach.

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

    The total travel time between Sherman Oaks and Santa Monica State Beach by bus is about 1 hr 40 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Sherman Oaks to get to Santa Monica State Beach?

    Get on the 761 bus from the Church / 405 Fwy Off-Ramp stop near Sherman Oaks in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the bus at the Sunset / Drummond stop, which is closest to Santa Monica State Beach.

  • How much is the bus fare from Sherman Oaks to Santa Monica State Beach?

    The ride from Sherman Oaks to Santa Monica State Beach costs $2.85.

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