Getting Here

Torrance is Where Your Southern California Trip Begins

Getaway and get out of the “hustle and bustle” and get into the “laid back, we got your back” hidden attractions of Los Angeles. From the uncrowded beaches, to shopping in the sunshine, or tapping into a killer crafted brew, escape to Torrance for some of the best kept secrets in Southern California. Whether you’re flying into a nearby airport or driving to Torrance, we have all the resources you’ll need below to get here and get around.

Realtime Traffic Updates

When heading to Torrance, it’s important to know of any traffic impacts. See the realtime City of Torrance map below.

Driving Directions

From Downtown Los Angeles: Take 110 south, 30 min-45 min
From LAX: Take 405 South, 15 – 20 min
From Long Beach: Take 405 north, 30 min
From Orange County: Take 405 North, 30 min – 1 hour

Airports

Los Angeles International Airport – LAX, 10 miles north, 310-646-5252
Long Beach Airport – LGB, 17 miles south, 562-570-2600
John Wayne Airport – Orange County – SNA, 35 miles south, 949-252-5200
Torrance Municipal Airport – Zamperini Field, serves as a general aviation airport, 310-784-7900

Public Transit

Torrance Transit Bus Schedule

The Torrance Transit Bus also goes to the LAX airport. To get to the airport, take bus #8, the ride is about 35-40 minutes. Line #8 runs every 30-40 minutes on the weekdays, and every 40-50 minutes on the weekends. The ride cost is $1, and you can pay with Cash (exact change), Tap Cards with cash value and EZ Pass, and Apple Wallet. Once you arrive to LAX, the buss will drop you off at the LAX City Bus Center. From there, you catch Shuttle C, which provides free rides to the LAX terminals. For more information, visit their website.

Greyhound Bus Station, 13 miles northeast
Amtrak Union Station, 22 miles north

Car Rentals

Hertz, 800-654-3131, located at all major airports and Torrance Marriott South Bay
Enterprise, 800-261-7331, located at all major airports and DoubleTree by Hilton Torrance – South Bay

Alternate Transportation

LAXcar, (310) 494-6100, info@laxcar.com

Torrance Transit Bus, 310-618-6266

Connect Torrance by Torrance Transit

South Bay Yellow Cab Taxi Service, 800-924-TAXI

Catching a Game?

Dodger Stadium Express is a FREE shuttle to and from Dodgers stadium for Dodgers game days.
Torrance Transit has $2 trips to SoFi Stadium for Rams or Chargers home games.

Torrance Transit announces the launch of a new pilot bus service from the Mary K. Giordano Regional Transit Center in Torrance to UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium. This service offers fans a convenient, reliable, and stress-free transportation option for select game days. This affordable trip is just $2 each way ($4 round trip) and provides a sustainable travel option, encouraging transit use to support cleaner air and reduce congestion.

The pilot service will operate on Sunday, May 10; Sunday, May 31; Sunday, June 7; and Sunday July 5, 2026, offering direct service to and from the stadium. This limited pilot program is designed to evaluate rider demand, operational performance, and opportunities for future expansion. Buses run every 45 minutes starting 2.5 hours before game time, with the final departure from the Mary K. Giordano Regional Transit Center scheduled at game time. Passengers will be dropped off in front of Top Deck. Return service to Torrance will pick up at the same location after the game. Buses begin departing at the end of the 7th inning, with the final departure scheduled 45 minutes after the last out or 20 minutes after any post-game event. Parking at the Regional Transit Center is free to bus riders.

Fans attending games on the pilot dates are encouraged to take advantage of this service and share feedback to help shape future offerings. Fare payment is accepted via exact cash or TAP card (physical or mobile). Riders can purchase and load TAP cards at the Torrance Transit Center, at TAP Vending Machines located in the bus bay area, or through the TAP mobile app, available on most smartphones.

Please note that although parking is free, it is limited to 250 spaces. Carpool, rideshare, or drop-off is highly recommended. Connect Torrance microtransit service will also be available to provide service to and from the Mary K. Giordano Regional Transit Center.