GRC Chartered Bus GRC offers an optional, cost-effective chartered bus service for attendees traveling to and from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to the Ventura Beach Marriott, Four Points Sheraton, Staybridge Suites, and Holiday Inn GRC venues in Ventura and Oxnard.
Reservations are required and are available through your MyGRC account up to 7 days before the conference begins.
Travel Made Easy: Why Take the GRC Chartered Bus? Take the stress out of getting to and from the conference with GRC’s convenient, optional chartered bus service. Designed to simplify your journey, the service provides direct transportation to Ventura or Oxnard while giving you an opportunity to connect with fellow attendees before you arrive.Enjoy the Benefits:
Direct Transportation: Travel directly between LAX and four GRC venues in Ventura and Oxnard without the hassle or high cost of arranging a rental car or rideshare.
Simple, Flat-Rate Pricing: Fares are based on your venue location, making your transportation costs easy to plan.
Comfortable Travel: Enjoy a comfortable ride with onboard restroom access and free Wi-Fi throughout the journey.
Fares, GRC Chartered Bus Schedule and Pick-Up Locations The one-way fare to all Ventura and Oxnard, CA venues are $65, based on the route cost charged directly to GRC.
Route from LAX to Ventura/Oxnard Venues:
Ventura / Oxnard Arrival Bus Schedule Departure from LAX Estimated Arrival at Venues Saturday Arrival Bus (GRS Only) 11:00AM 1:00 - 1:30PM Sunday Arrival Bus 1 12:00PM 2:00 - 2:30PM Sunday Arrival Bus 2 4:00PM 6:00 - 6:30PM
Route from Ventura/Oxnard Venues to LAX:
Ventura / Oxnard Departure Bus Schedule Departure from Venue Estimated Arrival at LAX Friday Departure Bus - Ventura Beach Marriott 9:00AM 12:00PM Friday Departure Bus - Four Points Sheraton / Holiday Inn Express 9:15AM 12:00PM Friday Departure Bus - Staybridge Suites Oxnard-River Ridge 9:30AM 12:00PM Friday Departure Bus - Holiday Inn Oxnard-Ventura 9:45AM 12:00PM
Pick-Up Locations and Instructions:
The GRC chartered bus departs Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) at the orange "Shared Ride" signs with stops at Terminals 2, 3, Tom Bradley, 4, 6, and 7. Designated pickup times are reflective of the route starting at Terminal 2.
Proceed to the lower level at LAX through baggage claim and exit the airport, looking for the orange "Shared Rides" area in the middle island at your terminal. Look for the Santa Barbara Airbus with a clearly marked door sign for Gordon Research Conferences. The GRC chartered bus will make multiple stops before departing the airport at the orange "Shared Ride" signs at Terminals 2, 3, Tom Bradley, 4, 6, and 7. **This information is subject to change once the LAX Automated People Mover system is operational. At that time, passengers will meet the bus at the bus depot. Pictures and further instructions will be provided when available.
Plan Your Travel While reviewing the optimal bus schedule that aligns with your flight, we recommend reviewing some of the important details below to keep in mind as you determine which route is appropriate for your Gordon Research Conference and/or Gordon Research Seminar.Attending the GRS only: There is no GRS bus departure on Sundays from the Ventura/Oxnard Attending both the GRC and GRS: If you are attending both the GRS and the GRC and would
Food Service: All GRC and GRS meals begin upon arrival, with the first service being dinner at Luggage Storage: Luggage is stored beneath the bus during the trip. Each ticket includes one Accessibility: Most vehicles are equipped with wheelchair lifts, making the buses wheelchair
Reservation Changes, Late Registration, and Cancellations Need to Make a Change? If you reserved a bus seat through myGRC, you may change or cancel your reservation directly in your myGRC account by selecting “Make/Update Bus Reservations” up to 7 days before the conference begins.Didn't Reserve a Seat During Registration? No problem. You can add a bus reservation at any time through your myGRC account by selecting “Make/Update Bus Reservations” up to 7 days before the conference begins.Want to Reserve a Seat Within 7 Days Before the Conference Begins? Please contact the Conference Operations Associate assigned to your conference to ensure seats are still available. If seats are available, the Conference Operations Associate will assist you with next steps. Please note, a $10 late reservation fee will be applied.Need to Cancel your Reservation?
Additional Frequently Asked Questions I made a bus reservation. When will I receive bus tickets or a confirmation? What do I do if I miss the bus? Will I receive a refund if I miss the bus due to a delayed or cancelled flight? Can I take the bus if I am not staying at the meeting venue? How will I know which bus to take? Who should I contact if I have a question on the GRC Chartered Bus? Who should I contact if I left my luggage or lost a personal item on the GRC Chartered Bus?
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