What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Watts Towers?

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Watts Towers is to tram which costs $2 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Watts Towers?

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

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles and Watts Towers?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Spring / 7th and arriving at Compton / 108th. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

Is there a direct train between Los Angeles and Watts Towers?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Historic Broadway Station station and arriving at 103rd Street / Watts Towers Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Los Angeles to Watts Towers?

The distance between Los Angeles and Watts Towers is 10 miles. The road distance is 8.8 miles.

How do I travel from Los Angeles to Watts Towers without a car?

The best way to get from Los Angeles to Watts Towers without a car is to tram which takes 36 min and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles to Watts Towers?

The tram from Historic Broadway Station to 103rd Street / Watts Towers Station takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to Watts Towers bus from?

Los Angeles to Watts Towers bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Spring / 7th station.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to Watts Towers train from?

Los Angeles to Watts Towers train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Historic Broadway Station.

Where does the Los Angeles to Watts Towers bus arrive?

Los Angeles to Watts Towers bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Compton / 108th station.

Where does the Los Angeles to Watts Towers train arrive?

Los Angeles to Watts Towers train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at 103rd Street / Watts Towers Station.

Can I drive from Los Angeles to Watts Towers?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles to Watts Towers is 9 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Los Angeles to Watts Towers.

Where can I stay near Watts Towers?

There are 3319+ hotels available in Watts Towers.

Los Angeles to Watts Towers - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 55 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Los Angeles to Watts Towers by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Historic Broadway Station to 103rd Street / Watts Towers Stationtram Metro A Line
36 min
$2
Line 55 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Spring / 7th to Compton / 108thbus 55
1h 1m
$1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Los Angeles to Watts Towerstaxi 8.7 mi
16 min
$30–40
Drive 8.7 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Watts Towerscar 8.7 mi
16 min
$2–3

Los Angeles to Watts Towers by tram and foot

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Distance: 9.8 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Los Angeles, CA, USA and Watts Towers, CA, USA?

Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from Historic Broadway Station to 103rd Street / Watts Towers Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Metro Los Angeles operates a bus from Spring / 7th to Compton / 108th every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 54 min.

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