How to get from Union Station to Torrance by bus?

From Union Station to Torrance by bus

To get from Union Station to Torrance in Los Angeles, take the 4X bus from Alameda / Los Angeles station to Hawthorne / Lomita station. Next, take the 344 bus from Hawthorne / Lomita station to Hawthorne / Newton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min. The ride fare is $1.50. The bus schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Torrance on the Moovit app.

89min$1.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4X4X
Bus - 344344
Leaves from Alameda / Los Angeles

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Alameda / Los Angeles
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4X4X
    Wait for bus
    4X
    Torrance
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hawthorne / Lomita
    75 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hawthorne / Lomita
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 344344
    Wait for bus
    344
    Rancho Palos Verdes
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Hawthorne / Newton
    Ride to bus station
    Hawthorne / Newton
    ID 10941
    5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Union Station to Torrance by bus via METRO J and 344

To get from Union Station to Torrance in Los Angeles, take the METRO J bus from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza station to Harbor Gateway Transit Center station. Next, take the 344 bus from Harbor Gateway Transit Center station to Hawthorne / Newton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 33 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Torrance on the Moovit app.

93min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - METRO J
Bus - 344344
Leaves from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza
    ID 3301
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - METRO J
    Wait for bus
    METRO J
    Harbor Gtwy Tc - Downtown LA / J Line
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harbor Gateway Transit Center
    43 min
  • 4
    Bus - 344344
    Wait for bus
    344
    Rancho Palos Verdes
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Hawthorne / Newton
    Ride to bus station
    Hawthorne / Newton
    ID 10941
    42 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Union Station to Torrance

The distance between Union Station, Los Angeles and Torrance, Los Angeles is approximately 25.59 mi, which can typically be travelled in 89 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Station to Torrance by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Union Station to Torrance

To check the bus schedule from Union Station to Torrance using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Union Station) and destination (Torrance), 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 Union Station to Torrance by bus via METRO J and 344

To get from Union Station to Torrance in Los Angeles, take the METRO J bus from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza station to Harbor Gateway Transit Center station. Next, take the 344 bus from Harbor Gateway Transit Center station to Hawthorne / Newton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 33 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Torrance on the Moovit app.

93min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - METRO J
Bus - 344344
Leaves from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza
    ID 3301
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - METRO J
    Wait for bus
    METRO J
    Harbor Gtwy Tc - Downtown LA / J Line
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harbor Gateway Transit Center
    43 min
  • 4
    Bus - 344344
    Wait for bus
    344
    Rancho Palos Verdes
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Hawthorne / Newton
    Ride to bus station
    Hawthorne / Newton
    ID 10941
    42 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Union Station to Torrance?

    The fastest way takes 89 minutes, using Bus line 4X, Bus line 344.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Union Station to Torrance?

    The alternative route takes 93 minutes, using Bus line METRO J, Bus line 344.

  • Is there a direct bus between Union Station and Torrance?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 29 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Union Station to Torrance?

    The 4X bus line goes from Alameda / Los Angeles station near Union Station in Downtown to Torrance station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Torrance station near Torrance in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Union Station to Torrance by bus?

    The total travel time between Union Station in Downtown and Torrance in Los Angeles by bus is about 1 hr 29 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Union Station to get to Torrance?

    Get on the 4X bus from the Alameda / Los Angeles stop near Union Station in Downtown.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Union Station and Torrance?

    Get off the bus at the Torrance stop, which is closest to Torrance in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the bus fare from Union Station to Torrance?

    The ride from Union Station to Torrance costs $1.50.

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