For a day trip from Westminster to Huntington Beach, you can use OC Bus routes that serve destinations including the Huntington Beach Pier and Civic Center. Palms Courtyard Inn is a hotel in Westminster, making the city a straightforward starting point for planning a coastal outing.
- Route 25 runs between Fullerton and Huntington Beach.
- Route 25 serves the Huntington Beach Civic Center and Pier.
- Route 529 runs between Fullerton and Huntington Beach, with stops along Beach Boulevard.
Choosing a Huntington Beach Destination
Choose your destination in Huntington Beach first, then check which bus route serves it. Route 25 includes stops at the Civic Center and Pier, while Route 529 serves destinations along Beach Boulevard.
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How do you get from Westminster to Huntington Beach?
OC Bus Route 25 connects Westminster with Huntington Beach on its service between Fullerton and Huntington Beach, via Knott Avenue and Goldenwest Street. Route 25 also serves Westminster Mall and Golden West College in Huntington Beach.
Route 529 is another option. The rapid route runs between Fullerton and Huntington Beach and serves 13 stops along Beach Boulevard. It connects with Route 560 at Westminster Boulevard and with 19 regular OC Bus routes.
Route 529 operates from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; its frequency is 24 minutes during peak times and 30 minutes midday. Check the official site before you go for current route and service details.
Times checked November 2026.
A Relaxed Beach-Day Itinerary
Start by picking a stop that matches the day you have in mind. For a visit centered on the pier, Route 25 serves the Huntington Beach Pier. If your plans include the Civic Center, that is also on Route 25. Route 529 serves Goldenwest College and Bella Terra Shopping Center.
Route 25’s Huntington Beach map shows a southern loop that includes Main Street, 17th Street, Orange Avenue, Pacific Coast Highway, First Street, Huntington Street and Atlanta Avenue. Use the route map to match your chosen stop to the part of town you plan to visit.
Parking, Beach Access and Local Rules
For this trip plan, public transit is the supported option: Route 25 and Route 529 both connect Fullerton with Huntington Beach, and Route 25 serves the pier and Civic Center. Check local official guidance before you go for parking, beach access and local rules.
FAQs
Which OC Bus route serves the Huntington Beach Pier?
Route 25 serves the Huntington Beach Pier.
Does a bus route run along Beach Boulevard?
OC Bus Rapid Route 529 serves 13 stops along Beach Boulevard.
Where does Route 529 connect with Route 560?
Route 529 connects with Route 560 at Westminster Boulevard.
What can you visit in Westminster?
Little Saigon in Westminster covers food, shopping and getting around.