Directions
Getting to X Games Ventura
Full information on the variety of ways to get to X Games Ventura, presented by SONIC, at the Ventura County Fairgrounds in Ventura, CA.
Taking a TRAIN To X Games
AMTRAK® Pacific Surfliner
Sustainable travel to Ventura is offered by the Pacific Surfliner and drops off in Ventura directly at the X Games entrance of the Ventura County Fairgrounds.
Train Schedules here | Purchase train tickets at the Pacific Surfliner Website
X Games fans receive 15% discount with code V509
- Downtown LA to Ventura 2 Hours Starting at $26 each way
- Camarillo to Ventura 30 Minutes Starting at $12 each way
- Santa Barbara to Ventura 50 Minutes Starting at $14 each way
- Anaheim to Ventura 3 Hours Starting at $32 each way
A special schedule will be in place for the X Games with two (2) extra daily train trips to Ventura. In anticipation of increased ridership, reservations for travelers will be required from June 28 to 30. Space is limited, so customers are strongly encouraged to plan ahead and book early to guarantee available tickets.
The following trains have been added to the schedule to support the X Games Ventura from Friday, June 28 to Sunday, June 30:
- Train 763 (Friday to Sunday)northbound, arriving to Ventura in the morning at 10:12 AM
- Train 798 (Friday and Saturday) southbound, departing Ventura at 10:38 PM
- Train 786 (Sunday) southbound, departing Ventura at 3:35 PM
METROLINK
Current service is provided to the City of Ventura with an added stop at the Fairgrounds. X Games Weekend Day passes are $10 and Kids 17 and under ride FREE with fare-paying adult. Students enrolled in participating schools ride FREE with the Student Adventure Pass. Metrolink now offer connecting service to LAX.
Train Schedules | Station Schedules | Purchase Tickets at the Metrolink Website
*Online and in-app ticket purchases are same-day ONLY.
Taking a BUS to X Games
GOLD COAST TRANSIT BUS
Take the bus to the X Games! You can take the Gold Coast Transit bus using Routes 6 or 16 from the Ventura Transit Center (VTC) at 3330 Telegraph Rd, Ventura, CA.
To ride, simply purchase tickets for $1.75 per ride on the day of travel via the VCbuspass (UMO.. 18 and under ride FREE and students with school ID ride FREE. For real-time bus arrivals, use the GOVCbus app. Parking at the Pacific View Mall is FREE. Plan your trip HERE!
VCTC BIG BLUE BUSES
The Ventura County Transportation Commission (VCTC) operates six commuter bus routes throughout Ventura County, as well as to Santa Barbara and Warner Center. All VCTC buses are wheelchair accessible and have ample bike storage, free passenger Wi-Fi, and reclining seats. View bus schedules and purchase tickets here.
Riders are also encouraged to use VCbuspass, a contactless regional transit pass that can be used on any bus operator in Ventura County. To get a pass, download the UMO App on an Apple or Android phone.
VW bus pass cards can also be purchased online or by calling VCTC’s Regional Transit Information Center in advance of the X Games at (800)438-1112.
Younger riders and college students are encouraged to take advantage of the Youth Ride Free and College Ride programs, which allow youths 18 and younger and students enrolled at participating colleges to ride any bus in Ventura County for free. For more information, including participating colleges, visit FREE FARE PROGRAMS.
- Highway 101 ($1.75/ride) Serves Ventura, Oxnard, Camarillo, Newbury Park and Thousand Oaks
- Highway 126 ($1.75/ride) Serves Fillmore, Santa Paula, Saticoy and Ventura
- Coastal Express - ($4.00/ride) Serves Oxnard, Ventura, Carpinteria, Santa Barbara, Goleta and UC Santa Barbara
During the X Games, the Highway 101 and 126 routes will be extended to Thompson Boulevard and Figueroa Street in Ventura. The Coastal Express route will also stop at Thompson and Figueroa instead of Santa Clara and Oak streets.
STATE BEACH BUS
Parking is available at the State Beach Lot for $15. State Beach Bus will be provided free to/from the venue, or it takes approximately 30 minutes to walk to X Games from the State Beach lot. View State Beach Bus route.
DRIVING to X Games
Please note there is NO ONSITE PARKING at X Games Ventura this year, see our Parking section below for parking options near the venue.
To avoid congestion, do not use the California Street exit. Garden Street will be closed to the public with the exception of Uber, Lyft and buses.
FROM LOS ANGELES
The Ventura County Fairgrounds are located on the beach in the city of Ventura, about 1 hour north of Los Angeles
From the Ventura Freeway (Highway 101) northbound, take the Seaward Ave. Turn left towards the ocean to Harbor Blvd., turn right on Harbor and continue until you reach The Ventura County Fairgrounds at the corner of Harbor and Figueroa.
FROM SANTA BARBARA
The Ventura County Fair is located on the beach in the city of Ventura, about 1 hour north of Los Angeles and about 30 minutes south of Santa Barbara.
From the Ventura Freeway (Highway 101) southbound, take the Seaward Ave. exit, make an immediate right on Harbor Blvd. and proceed to Ventura County Fair at Seaside Park.
Ride Your BIKE to X Games
X Games offers free “first come, first serve” bike valet parking provided by Bike Ventura and Skate Check provided by Revolution Skate Shop at the main entrance in Lot A. Find the perfect biking route at the map.
Taking a RIDESHARE to X Games
Pick up for all rideshare transportation (Uber, lyft, taxi etc.) is located at the rideshare pick-up spot between Gates 9 & 10 on E. Harbor Boulevard across from the Amtrak Train Depot. To get to E. Harbor Blvd, take Garden Street. There is no access to parking in this area. Rideshare location is Just North of the main entrance to Ventura County Fairgrounds. Enter “10 E. Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA 93001” as the pick-up location in your rideshare app.
Taking a SHUTTLE to X Games
There are FREE X Games Shuttles from the following “park-n-ride” locations:
(Friday, June 28th 9 am - 11:30 pm | Saturday, 9 am - 11:30 pm | Sunday, 8 am - 6 pm)
- VENTURA COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA 93003 (Lots E & F)
- PACIFIC VIEW MALL, 3301 E Main St, Ventura, CA 93003 (park behind Sears)
- STATE BEACH PARKING LOT*, 901 San Pedro St, Ventura, CA 93001 (State Beach Parking Lot is PAID parking, shuttle transportation is FREE)
- DE ANZA MIDDLE SCHOOL, 2060 Cameron St, Ventura, CA 93001
- OXNARD HIGH SCHOOL, 3400 W. Gonzales Rd., Oxnard, CA 93036
More locations are being added! Check back for the final list.
PARKING at X Games
PARKING AT THE VENUE
There is no on-site parking at X Games Ventura
SAN BUENAVENTURA STATE BEACH PARKING LOT
Parking is available at the San Buenaventura State Beach Parking Lot, located at 901 San Pedro Street in Ventura, for $10 per day. Jump on the Bus will provide FREE shuttle rides to and from the venue, or it takes approximately 30 minutes to walk to X Games from the State Beach lot. View the walking route.
STATE BEACH PARKING LOT HOURS
Friday 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Saturday 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Sunday 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Parking by permit only. X Games is not responsible for damage or theft to vehicles or vehicle contents. Overnight parking is strictly prohibited. Unauthorized vehicles will be towed.
*Info subject to change. Text 772.4.XGAMES for up-to-the-minute event information and updates or visit xgames.com.