Seasonal Beach Bus Service Returns Between Antelope Valley and Santa Monica
A county-run shuttle resumed Monday, offering round-trip rides from Palmdale and Lancaster to Santa Monica for $6. The service will operate through Labor Day weekend.
New York PostA seasonal Beach Bus service connecting the Antelope Valley to Santa Monica resumed Monday, operated by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works. The program provides round-trip transportation for $6 for adults and children and $2 for seniors and riders with disabilities. Service runs on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Buses began running again on Memorial Day and will continue through Labor Day weekend on September 7. County officials are urging riders to reserve seats ahead of peak summer weekends.
Monica beach parking rates reach $15 on summer weekends.
Officials said advance reservations are recommended due to expected demand.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
3 events- 2026-05-26
Beach Bus service resumed between Antelope Valley and Santa Monica.
1 sourceNew York Post - 2026-05-25
Service began operating on Memorial Day.
1 sourceNew York Post - 2026-09-07
Service is scheduled to end on Labor Day weekend.
1 sourceNew York Post
Potential Impact
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Advance reservations may be required on peak summer weekends.
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Residents may choose bus travel over driving to avoid weekend parking fees.
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