What is the cheapest way to get from California to Universal Studios, Hollywood?

The cheapest way to get from California to Universal Studios, Hollywood is to subway which costs $2 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from California to Universal Studios, Hollywood?

The fastest way to get from California to Universal Studios, Hollywood is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct train between California and Universal Studios, Hollywood?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pershing Square Station station and arriving at Universal / Studio City Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from California to Universal Studios, Hollywood?

The distance between California and Universal Studios, Hollywood is 13 miles. The road distance is 9.7 miles.

How long does it take to get from California to Universal Studios, Hollywood?

The subway from Pershing Square Station to Universal / Studio City Station takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the California to Universal Studios, Hollywood train from?

California to Universal Studios, Hollywood train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Pershing Square Station.

Where does the California to Universal Studios, Hollywood train arrive?

California to Universal Studios, Hollywood train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Universal / Studio City Station.

Can I drive from California to Universal Studios, Hollywood?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Universal Studios, Hollywood is 10 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from California to Universal Studios, Hollywood.

Where can I stay near Universal Studios, Hollywood?

There are 3407+ hotels available in Universal Studios, Hollywood.

California to Universal Studios, Hollywood - 4 ways to travel via subway

Q: How do I travel from California to Universal Studios, Hollywood without a car?

The best way to get from California to Universal Studios, Hollywood without a car is to subway which takes 46 min and costs $2.

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There are 4 ways to get from California to Universal Studios, Hollywood by subway, taxi, car, or bus

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Pershing Square Station to Universal / Studio City Stationsubway Metro B Line
46 min
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Los Angeles to Universal Studios, Hollywoodtaxi 9.7 mi
13 min
$40–50
Drive 9.7 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Universal Studios, Hollywoodcar 9.7 mi
13 min
$2–3
Line 4 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Broadway / 1st to Santa Monica / Vermontbus 4
2. Take the subway from Vermont / Santa Monica Station to Universal / Studio City Stationsubway Metro B Line
1h 11m
$4

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Distance: 12.6 mi
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between California, USA and Universal Studios, Hollywood, CA, USA?

Metro Los Angeles operates a subway from Pershing Square Station to Universal / Studio City Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 23 min.

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