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

The cheapest way to get from La Jolla to Griffith Observatory is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Jolla to Griffith Observatory is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $21 - $35.

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

No, there is no direct bus from La Jolla to Griffith Observatory. However, there are services departing from Silverado St & Herschel Av and arriving at Griffith Observatory via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop and Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

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

No, there is no direct train from La Jolla to Griffith Observatory station. However, there are services departing from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center and arriving at Vermont / Sunset Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from La Jolla to Griffith Observatory?

The distance between La Jolla and Griffith Observatory is 141 miles. The road distance is 119.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from La Jolla to Griffith Observatory without a car is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs $22 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from La Jolla to Griffith Observatory, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from La Jolla to Griffith Observatory?

The best way to get from La Jolla to Griffith Observatory is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs $22 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $90 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the La Jolla to Griffith Observatory bus arrive?

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

Where does the La Jolla to Griffith Observatory train arrive?

La Jolla to Griffith Observatory train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from La Jolla to Griffith Observatory?

Yes, the driving distance between La Jolla to Griffith Observatory is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from La Jolla to Griffith Observatory.

Where can I stay near Griffith Observatory?

There are 3396+ hotels available in Griffith Observatory.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
5h 10m
$22–41
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gilman Dr & Myers Dr to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
6h 23m
$20–33
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 17m
$36–86
Drive 119 mi
1. Drive from La Jolla to Griffith Observatorycar 119 mi
2h 14m
$22–32
Line 30 bus, fly, subway
1. Take the bus from Silverado St & Herschel Av to Old Town Transit Centerbus
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SAN - LAX
3. Take the subway from Union Station - Metro B & D Lines to Vermont / Sunset Stationsubway
5h
$162–474

La Jolla to Griffith Observatory by bus, subway, and foot

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Distance: 140.6 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $19–30 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Flixbus USA also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 2h 47m.

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