How to get from Downtown Santa Monica to Sherman Oaks by bus?

From Downtown Santa Monica to Sherman Oaks by bus

To get from Downtown Santa Monica to Sherman Oaks in Los Angeles, take the 1 bus from 4th St & Colorado Ave (Downtown SM Station) station to Hilgard NB & Westholme Ns station. Next, take the 761 bus from Hilgard NB & Westholme Ns station to Van Nuys / Ventura station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $1.60. The bus schedule from Downtown Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Sherman Oaks on the Moovit app.

79min$1.60
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Bus - 761761
Walk to Sherman Oaks
Leaves from 4th St & Colorado Ave (Downtown SM Station)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    4th St & Colorado Ave (Downtown SM Station)
    ID 1000
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    UCLA
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hilgard NB & Westholme Ns
    37 min
  • 4
    Bus - 761761
    Wait for bus
    761
    Sylmar Metrolink Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Van Nuys / Ventura
    ID 142062
    38 min
  • 6
    Walk to Sherman Oaks
    Walk to
    Sherman Oaks
    130 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Downtown Santa Monica to Sherman Oaks by bus and subway

To get from Downtown Santa Monica to Sherman Oaks in Los Angeles, take the E LINE subway from Downtown Santa Monica station to Expo / Sepulveda station. Next, take the 761 bus from Expo / Sepulveda Station station to Van Nuys / Ventura station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from Downtown Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Sherman Oaks on the Moovit app.

82min$1.75
Subway - E LINE
Bus - 761761
Walk to Sherman Oaks
Leaves from Downtown Santa Monica

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Downtown Santa Monica
  • 2
    Subway - E LINE
    Wait for subway
    E LINE
    Atlantic Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Expo / Sepulveda
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Expo / Sepulveda Station
    ID 2953
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 761761
    Wait for bus
    761
    Sylmar Metrolink Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Van Nuys / Ventura
    ID 142062
    61 min
  • 7
    Walk to Sherman Oaks
    Walk to
    Sherman Oaks
    130 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Downtown Santa Monica to Sherman Oaks

The distance between Downtown Santa Monica, Los Angeles and Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles is approximately 17.13 mi, which can typically be travelled in 79 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Downtown Santa Monica to Sherman Oaks by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Downtown Santa Monica to Sherman Oaks

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

To get from Downtown Santa Monica to Sherman Oaks in Los Angeles, take the E LINE subway from Downtown Santa Monica station to Expo / Sepulveda station. Next, take the 761 bus from Expo / Sepulveda Station station to Van Nuys / Ventura station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from Downtown Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Sherman Oaks on the Moovit app.

82min$1.75
Subway - E LINE
Bus - 761761
Walk to Sherman Oaks
Leaves from Downtown Santa Monica

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Downtown Santa Monica
  • 2
    Subway - E LINE
    Wait for subway
    E LINE
    Atlantic Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Expo / Sepulveda
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Expo / Sepulveda Station
    ID 2953
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 761761
    Wait for bus
    761
    Sylmar Metrolink Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Van Nuys / Ventura
    ID 142062
    61 min
  • 7
    Walk to Sherman Oaks
    Walk to
    Sherman Oaks
    130 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Santa Monica to Sherman Oaks?

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Bus line 1, Bus line 761.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Downtown Santa Monica to Sherman Oaks?

    The alternative route takes 82 minutes, using Subway line E LINE, Bus line 761.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 19 min.

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

    The 1 bus line goes from 4th St & Colorado Ave (Downtown SM Station) station near Downtown Santa Monica in Santa Monica to UCLA station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till UCLA station near Sherman Oaks in Los Angeles.

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

    The total travel time between Downtown Santa Monica in Santa Monica and Sherman Oaks in Los Angeles by bus is about 1 hr 19 min.

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

    Get on the 1 bus from the 4th St & Colorado Ave (Downtown SM Station) stop near Downtown Santa Monica in Santa Monica.

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

    Get off the bus at the UCLA stop, which is closest to Sherman Oaks in Los Angeles.

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

    The ride from Downtown Santa Monica to Sherman Oaks costs $1.60.

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