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

The cheapest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Los Angeles Downtown is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Los Angeles Downtown is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $30 - $45.

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

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

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

The distance between Griffith Observatory and Los Angeles Downtown is 8 miles. The road distance is 8 miles.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Griffith Observatory to Los Angeles Downtown?

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

Where can I stay near Los Angeles Downtown?

There are 3405+ hotels available in Los Angeles Downtown.

Griffith Observatory to Los Angeles Downtown

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

The best way to get from Griffith Observatory to Los Angeles Downtown without a car is to bus and subway which takes 49 min and costs $3 - $6.

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

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Griffith Observatory to Los Angeles Downtown, including transfers.

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

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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
49 min
$3–6
Drive 7.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Griffith Observatory to Los Angeles Downtowncar 7.9 mi
16 min
$2–3
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
51 min
$3–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Griffith Observatory to Los Angeles Downtowntaxi 7.9 mi
16 min
$30–45
Line 207 bus, line 720 bus
1. Take the bus from Western / Franklin to Western / Wilshirebus 207
2. Take the bus from Western / Wilshire to 6th / San Pedrobus 18 / ...
1h 16m
$3

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

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Distance: 8.4 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

You can take a vehicle from Griffith Observatory to 6th / San Pedro via Western / Franklin and Western / Wilshire in around 1h 16m.

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