What is the cheapest way to get from Pasadena to Los Angeles?

The cheapest way to get from Pasadena to Los Angeles is to tram which costs $2 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pasadena to Los Angeles?

The fastest way to get from Pasadena to Los Angeles is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Pasadena and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct bus from Pasadena to Los Angeles. However, there are services departing from Colorado / Garfield and arriving at Hill / Temple via La Loma / Colorado Layover. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Pasadena and Los Angeles?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Memorial Park Station station and arriving at Little Tokyo / Arts District Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Pasadena to Los Angeles?

The distance between Pasadena and Los Angeles is 10 miles. The road distance is 10.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pasadena to Los Angeles without a car is to tram which takes 27 min and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Pasadena to Los Angeles?

The tram from Memorial Park Station to Little Tokyo / Arts District Station takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to Los Angeles bus from?

Pasadena to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Colorado / Garfield station.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to Los Angeles train from?

Pasadena to Los Angeles train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Memorial Park Station.

Where does the Pasadena to Los Angeles bus arrive?

Pasadena to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Colorado / Genevieve station.

Where does the Pasadena to Los Angeles train arrive?

Pasadena to Los Angeles train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Little Tokyo / Arts District Station.

Can I drive from Pasadena to Los Angeles?

Yes, the driving distance between Pasadena to Los Angeles is 10 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Pasadena to Los Angeles.

Where can I stay near Los Angeles?

There are 2694+ hotels available in Los Angeles.

Pasadena to Los Angeles - 4 ways to travel via tram, and line 180 bus

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

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Memorial Park Station to Little Tokyo / Arts District Stationtram Metro A Line
27 min
$2
Line 180 bus, line 81 bus
1. Take the bus from Colorado / Garfield to Colorado / Genevievebus 180
2. Take the bus from La Loma / Colorado Layover to Hill / Templebus 81
1h 25m
$3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pasadena to Los Angelestaxi 10.2 mi
14 min
$35–45
Drive 10.2 mi
1. Drive from Pasadena to Los Angelescar 10.2 mi
14 min
$2–3

Pasadena to Los Angeles by tram

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Distance: 10.2 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from Memorial Park Station to Little Tokyo / Arts District Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Colorado / Garfield to Hill / Temple via Colorado / Genevieve and La Loma / Colorado Layover in around 1h 25m.

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