What is the cheapest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles?

The cheapest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles?

The fastest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Griffith Observatory and Downtown Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct bus from Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles. However, there are services departing from Western / Franklin and arriving at 6th / Main via Wilshire / Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles?

The distance between Griffith Observatory and Downtown Los Angeles is 9 miles. The road distance is 7.8 miles.

Where do I catch the Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles bus from?

Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Western / Franklin station.

Where does the Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles bus arrive?

Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Western / Wilshire station.

Can I drive from Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles?

Yes, the driving distance between Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles is 8 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles.

Where can I stay near Downtown Los Angeles?

There are 3264+ hotels available in Downtown Los Angeles.

Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles

Q: How do I travel from Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles without a car?

The best way to get from Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles without a car is to bus and subway which takes 1h and costs $3 - $6.

Q: How long does it take to get from Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles?

It takes approximately 1h to get from Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles, including transfers.

How to get fromGriffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles by bus, subway, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, subway
best
1. Take the bus from Griffith Observatory to Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvdbus Observatory/Los Feliz
2. Take the subway from Vermont / Sunset Station to Pershing Square Stationsubway Metro B Line
1h
$3–6
Drive 7.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angelescar 7.7 mi
16 min
$2
Bus, subway via Franklin & Edgemont Ave.
1. Take the bus from Franklin & Edgemont Ave. to Vermont & Sunset Blvd.bus Hollywood Clockwise
2. Take the subway from Vermont / Sunset Station to Pershing Square Stationsubway Metro B Line
1h 2m
$3–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angelestaxi 7.7 mi
16 min
$30–40
Line 207 bus, line 720 bus
1. Take the bus from Western / Franklin to Western / Wilshirebus 207
2. Take the bus from Wilshire / Western to 6th / Mainbus 720 / ...
1h 16m
$3–4

Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles by foot, bus, and subway

336Weekly Services

1hAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles.

Launch map view

Distance: 9 mi
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Griffith Observatory, CA, USA and Downtown Los Angeles, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Griffith Observatory to Downtown Los Angeles via Western / Franklin, Western / Wilshire, Wilshire / Western, and 6th / Main in around 1h 16m.

Train operators