What is the cheapest way to get from Griffith Observatory to La Jolla?

The cheapest way to get from Griffith Observatory to La Jolla is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Griffith Observatory to La Jolla?

The fastest way to get from Griffith Observatory to La Jolla is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Griffith Observatory and La Jolla?

No, there is no direct bus from Griffith Observatory to La Jolla. However, there are services departing from Griffith Observatory and arriving at Silverado St & Herschel Av via Los Angeles Union Station and Old Town Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Griffith Observatory and La Jolla?

No, there is no direct train from Griffith Observatory station to La Jolla. However, there are services departing from Vermont / Sunset Station and arriving at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Griffith Observatory to La Jolla?

The distance between Griffith Observatory and La Jolla is 145 miles. The road distance is 119.2 miles.

How do I travel from Griffith Observatory to La Jolla without a car?

The best way to get from Griffith Observatory to La Jolla without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs $45 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Griffith Observatory to La Jolla?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Griffith Observatory to La Jolla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Griffith Observatory to La Jolla bus from?

Griffith Observatory to La Jolla bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the Griffith Observatory to La Jolla train from?

Griffith Observatory to La Jolla train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Griffith Observatory to La Jolla?

The best way to get from Griffith Observatory to La Jolla is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs $45 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26 - $55 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Griffith Observatory to La Jolla bus arrive?

Griffith Observatory to La Jolla bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Where does the Griffith Observatory to La Jolla train arrive?

Griffith Observatory to La Jolla train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Griffith Observatory to La Jolla?

Yes, the driving distance between Griffith Observatory to La Jolla is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Griffith Observatory to La Jolla.

Where can I stay near La Jolla?

There are 1796+ hotels available in La Jolla.

Griffith Observatory to La Jolla - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Griffith Observatory to La Jolla by train (Amtrak), bus, subway, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 27m
$45–96
Drive 118.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Griffith Observatory to La Jollacar 118.5 mi
2h 13m
$22–32
Bus, subway, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Griffith Observatory to Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvdbus
2. Take the subway from Vermont / Sunset Station to Union Station - Metro B & D Linessubway
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to LAX Tom Bradley International Terminalbus
4. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San Diegobus
5. Take the bus from Old Town Transit Center to Silverado St & Herschel Avbus 30
6h 18m
$67–134
Bus, subway, fly, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Vermont Ave. & Commonwealth Canyon Dr. to Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvdbus
2. Take the subway from Vermont / Sunset Station to Union Station - Metro B & D Linessubway
3. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
4. Take the bus from Old Town Transit Center to Silverado St & Herschel Avbus
5h 18m
$162–824
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
6h 20m
$26–51

Griffith Observatory to La Jolla by foot, bus, subway, and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 144.3 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Griffith Observatory, CA, USA and La Jolla, San Diego County, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop twice daily. Tickets cost $21–40 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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