Getting around
Plan your arrival, local connections and return journey in Hermosa Beach. Use the official operator links for current service and accessibility information.
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Source-backed contacts and practical information. Check the linked publisher for current arrangements, eligibility and access details.
Beach, Pier and parking
Downtown Lot A
City metered lot with 143 spaces and 12-hour parking at $3.50 per hour, 24 hours. Location: 1101 Hermosa Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. Main line: 310-318-0239. As posted: Rate: $3.50 per hour, 24 hours; 12-hour parking.
Official information — Downtown Lot A ↗ · Source collected
Downtown Lot B
City metered lot with 38 spaces and 3-hour parking at $3.50 per hour, 10 AM to 2 AM. Location: 59 13th Ct, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. Main line: 310-318-0239. As posted: Rate: $3.50 per hour, 10 AM to 2 AM; 3-hour parking.
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Downtown Lot C parking structure
City parking structure at 1301 Hermosa Avenue. The source lists 3-hour and 12-hour parking options and a posted $3.50 hourly rate. Check the current signs and payment instructions. Location: 1301 Hermosa Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. Main line: 310-318-0239.
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Hermosa Avenue and Upper Pier Avenue parking meters
Street meters cost $3.00 per hour, with 2- and 3-hour limits in commercial areas and 12-hour limits in residential areas. Location: Hermosa Avenue 0-3400 blocks and Upper Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. Main line: 310-318-0239. As posted: Rate: $3.00 per hour 10 AM - 2 AM.
Official information — Hermosa Avenue and Upper Pier Avenue parking meters ↗ · Source collected
Hermosa Beach Pier rules and hours
The 1,140-foot pier bans dogs, alcohol, smoking, skates, bikes and scooters; fishing follows California Fish and Wildlife rules. Location: Hermosa Beach Pier, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. Main line: 310-318-0239. As posted: Open daily from 6 am to 10 pm.
Official information — Hermosa Beach Pier rules and hours ↗ · Source collected
The Strand and Pier Plaza rules
Strand speed limit is 8 miles per hour, with a walk zone from 11th to 14th Street when lights flash. Location: The Strand and Pier Plaza, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. Main line: 310-318-0239.
Official information — The Strand and Pier Plaza rules ↗ · Source collected
Beach rules: dogs, alcohol, smoking and fireworks
City page bans pets on the beach except service animals, plus alcohol, smoking, vaping and fireworks. Main line: 310-318-0239.
Official information — Beach rules: dogs, alcohol, smoking and fireworks ↗ · Source collected
Beach volleyball and beach tennis courts
Hermosa Beach has 71 approved beach volleyball courts and six beach tennis courts; the 23 near the Pier are City-maintained. Location: 1 Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.
Official information — Beach volleyball and beach tennis courts ↗ · Source collected
Mobi Mats beach access paths
Mobi Mats at 2nd, 11th and 22nd Street provide accessible paths on the beach. Location: Beach at 2nd Street, 11th Street and 22nd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. Main line: 310-318-0239. As posted: 2nd and 22nd Street mats: April through October; 11th Street mat: year round, shortened for winter.
Official information — Mobi Mats beach access paths ↗ · Source collected
LA County beach wheelchairs
County page says beach wheelchairs are free of charge, first-come first-served, except at Dockweiler. Contact: (424) 526-7842.
Official information — LA County beach wheelchairs ↗ · Source collected
City ADA Grievance Procedure
Administrative Services page links the Americans with Disabilities Act grievance procedure and a fillable grievance form. Location: 1315 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. Main line: (310) 318-0239.
Official information — City ADA Grievance Procedure ↗ · Source collected
Source-backed contacts and practical information. Check the linked publisher for current arrangements, eligibility and access details.
Getting around without a car
Beach Cities Transit Line 109
BCT Line 109 runs every 40 to 50 minutes with a Hermosa Beach Pier Avenue stop and K Line connections. Main line: 310-372-1171. As posted: 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
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Torrance Transit Line 13 and LADOT Commuter Express 438
City transit page lists Torrance Transit Line 13 serving the Hermosa Beach Pier and Commuter Express 438. Main line: 310-318-0239.
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The WAVE Dial-A-Ride
Low cost curb-to-curb rides within Hermosa Beach and Redondo Beach, operated by Beach Cities Transit. Contact: (310) 802-7684.
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Access Services paratransit
The City senior-services page links to Access Services shared rides. Contact: (800) 827-0829. Confirm eligibility, booking and trip rules directly with Access; age alone does not establish eligibility here.
Official information — Access Services paratransit ↗ · Source collected
LA Metro fares
Metro regular fare is $1.75 with free transfers within 2 hours and a $5 daily cap.
Official information — LA Metro fares ↗ · Source collected
Regional airport information from the saved October 12 source check. Confirm current terminal instructions, transfers, tickets and boarding with the airport and operator.
Airport connections
LAX terminals and Metro connections
LAX lists a Metro Connector shuttle between its terminals and LAX/Metro Transit Center, connecting to C and K Line trains and local buses. Follow the airport’s current signs and shuttle instructions; the transit center is not inside a terminal.
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FlyAway: an alternative through Union Station
LAX lists FlyAway buses between the airport and Union Station or Van Nuys. These are separate paid services, not direct buses to every guide area. Plan onward transit, ticketing, luggage and accessible boarding with the operator.
Official information — FlyAway: an alternative through Union Station ↗ · Source collected