What is the cheapest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Getty Center?

The cheapest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Getty Center is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Getty Center?

The fastest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Getty Center is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs $80 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Griffith Observatory and Getty Center?

No, there is no direct bus from Griffith Observatory to Getty Center. However, there are services departing from Griffith Observatory and arriving at Church / 405 Fwy Off-Ramp via Sunset / Vermont and Westwood / Le Conte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Griffith Observatory to Getty Center?

The distance between Griffith Observatory and Getty Center is 21 miles. The road distance is 17.5 miles.

How do I travel from Griffith Observatory to Getty Center without a car?

The best way to get from Griffith Observatory to Getty Center without a car is to bus and line 2 bus and line 761 bus which takes 2h 46m and costs $3 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Griffith Observatory to Getty Center?

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Griffith Observatory to Getty Center, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Griffith Observatory to Getty Center bus from?

Griffith Observatory to Getty Center bus services, operated by LA DOT, depart from Griffith Observatory station.

Where does the Griffith Observatory to Getty Center bus arrive?

Griffith Observatory to Getty Center bus services, operated by LA DOT, arrive at Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvd station.

Can I drive from Griffith Observatory to Getty Center?

Yes, the driving distance between Griffith Observatory to Getty Center is 18 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Griffith Observatory to Getty Center.

Where can I stay near Getty Center?

There are 3366+ hotels available in Getty Center.

Griffith Observatory to Getty Center - 4 ways to travel via bus, and line 2 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Griffith Observatory to Getty Center by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus, line 2 bus, line 761 bus
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1. Take the bus from Griffith Observatory to Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvdbus
2. Take the bus from Sunset / Vermont to Westwood / Weyburnbus 2
3. Take the bus from Westwood / Le Conte to Church / 405 Fwy Off-Rampbus 233 / ...
2h 46m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Griffith Observatory to Getty Centertaxi 17.4 mi
29 min
$80–100
Drive 17.4 mi
1. Drive from Griffith Observatory to Getty Centercar 17.4 mi
29 min
$4–5
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Griffith Observatory to Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvdbus Observatory/Los Feliz
2. Take the bus from Sunset / Vermont to Le Conte / Broxtonbus 2
2h 57m
$3–8

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Distance: 20.9 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Griffith Observatory, CA, USA and Getty Center, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Griffith Observatory to Getty Center via Griffith Observatory, Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvd, Sunset / Vermont, Westwood / Weyburn, Westwood / Le Conte, and Church / 405 Fwy Off-Ramp in around 2h 46m.

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