What is the cheapest way to get from Pasadena to Universal City?

The cheapest way to get from Pasadena to Universal City is to bus which costs $1 - $4 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pasadena to Universal City?

The fastest way to get from Pasadena to Universal City is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $60 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Pasadena and Universal City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Walnut / Raymond and arriving at Olive / Hollywood. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Is there a direct train between Pasadena and Universal City?

No, there is no direct train from Pasadena station to Universal City station. However, there are services departing from Memorial Park Station and arriving at Universal / Studio City Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Pasadena to Universal City?

The distance between Pasadena and Universal City is 14 miles. The road distance is 14.7 miles.

How do I travel from Pasadena to Universal City without a car?

The best way to get from Pasadena to Universal City without a car is to bus which takes 32 min and costs $1 - $4.

How long does it take to get from Pasadena to Universal City?

The bus from Walnut / Raymond to Olive / Hollywood takes 32 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to Universal City bus from?

Pasadena to Universal City bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Walnut / Raymond station.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to Universal City train from?

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

Where does the Pasadena to Universal City bus arrive?

Pasadena to Universal City bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Olive / Hollywood station.

Where does the Pasadena to Universal City train arrive?

Pasadena to Universal City train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Union Station - Metro A-Line.

Can I drive from Pasadena to Universal City?

Yes, the driving distance between Pasadena to Universal City is 15 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Pasadena to Universal City.

Where can I stay near Universal City?

There are 3234+ hotels available in Universal City.

Pasadena to Universal City - 4 ways to travel via bus, tram, subway, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Pasadena to Universal City by bus, tram, subway, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Walnut / Raymond to Olive / Hollywoodbus 501
32 min
$1–4
Tram, subway
1. Take the tram from Memorial Park Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram Metro A Line
2. Take the subway from Union Station - Metro B & D Lines to Universal / Studio City Stationsubway Metro B Line
59 min
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pasadena to Universal Citytaxi 14.6 mi
17 min
$60–75
Drive 14.6 mi
1. Drive from Pasadena to Universal Citycar 14.6 mi
17 min
$3–4

Pasadena to Universal City by bus

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Distance: 13.5 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Pasadena, CA, USA and Universal City, CA, USA?

Metro Los Angeles operates a bus from Walnut / Raymond to Olive / Hollywood hourly. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 32 min. LA DOT also services this route every 4 hours.

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