LB Circuit
Download the Circuit app to book your next free ride!
Background
LB Circuit is the City’s complimentary and sustainable micro-transit service for Long Beach neighborhoods between Downtown Long Beach and Alamitos Bay!
Service Hours
Thursday | 4 – 10 p.m. |
Friday | 4 – 10 p.m. |
Saturday | 12 – 10 p.m. |
Sunday | 12 – 8 p.m. |
The City of Long Beach officially began the service in 2022 in two distinct service areas, Downtown Long Beach and Belmont Shore, after initial success with a pilot program 2018.
In September 2024, the Long Beach City Council approved a one-year contract extension with Circuit Transit Inc. for an expanded service area, with the option to extend for up to two additional one-year periods. As of June 2025, the service will include:
- Expanded service in the Downtown area, reaching further south to the Queen Mary and north to include the zone between 7th and 10th Streets and Atlantic and Magnolia Avenues
- Filled service area gaps with the addition of Bluff Heights, Bluff Park and remaining portions of Belmont Heights
- Extended Sunday service hours from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- New vehicle types and larger fleet, including electric SUVs and wheelchair-accessible vans for enhanced comfort and accessibility
LB Circuit supports the City’s Climate Action Plan, promoting sustainability with a fleet of clean-air vehicles that provide a sustainable transportation option that enhances the frequency, speed, connectivity, and safety of transit options. The service offers a convenient “first-last mile” connection between public transportation hubs and riders’ final destinations, linking popular locations and recreational areas and easing congestion in high-traffic areas. In addition to improving mobility, the service is designed to better accommodate riders of all abilities with wheelchair accessible vans.
Funding
LB Circuit is made possible by LA Metro Prop A funding. The expanded service is funded in part by a South Coast Air Quality Management District grant.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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How much does it cost to ride?
Rides are free, but riders have the option to tip their drivers.
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Is this service meant to replace bus service?
LB Circuit is meant to complement existing public transit infrastructure in Long Beach. Passengers are encouraged to use the service as transportation to/from transit connections, including Long Beach Transit stops and the LA Metro Blue Line.
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Who drives the shuttles?
Drivers are hired and employed by the City’s micro shuttle contractor, Circuit Transit Inc.
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How do I request a ride?
Download the Circuit app on the App Store or Google Play. After setting up a profile, select any location in the service area and request a ride! The pickup location must also be in the service area.
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Where can I find more information?
For more information and additional FAQs, visit Circuit’s Long Beach webpage.
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Who do I contact for lost items or service feedback?
Visit the Circuit Long Beach webpage.
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Who can I contact in the City to learn more about this service?
Email GoActiveLB@longbeach.gov to reach the City’s Mobility team about this service.