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

The cheapest way to get from South Pasadena to Los Angeles is to tram which costs $2 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Pasadena to Los Angeles is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between South Pasadena and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct bus from South Pasadena to Los Angeles. However, there are services departing from Fair Oaks / Mission and arriving at Arcadia / Los Angeles via Cal State LA Busway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between South Pasadena and Los Angeles?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from South Pasadena Station station and arriving at Historic Broadway Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from South Pasadena to Los Angeles?

The distance between South Pasadena and Los Angeles is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Pasadena to Los Angeles without a car is to tram which takes 23 min and costs $2.

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

The tram from South Pasadena Station to Historic Broadway Station takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

South Pasadena to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Fair Oaks / Mission station.

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

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

Where does the South Pasadena to Los Angeles bus arrive?

South Pasadena to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cal State La Transit Center station.

Where does the South Pasadena to Los Angeles train arrive?

South Pasadena to Los Angeles train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Historic Broadway Station.

Can I drive from South Pasadena to Los Angeles?

Yes, the driving distance between South Pasadena to Los Angeles is 8 miles. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from South Pasadena to Los Angeles.

Where can I stay near Los Angeles?

There are 3412+ hotels available in Los Angeles.

South Pasadena to Los Angeles - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 258 bus

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

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Tram
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1. Take the tram from South Pasadena Station to Historic Broadway Stationtram Metro A Line
23 min
$2
Line 258 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Fair Oaks / Mission to Cal State La Transit Centerbus 258
2. Take the bus from Cal State LA Busway Station to Arcadia / Los Angelesbus 487/489 / ...
34 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Pasadena to Los Angelestaxi 8.2 mi
10 min
$30–40
Drive 8.2 mi
1. Drive from South Pasadena to Los Angelescar 8.2 mi
10 min
$2–3

South Pasadena to Los Angeles by tram

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Distance: 8.4 mi
Duration: 23 min

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

Metro Los Angeles operates a vehicle from South Pasadena Station to Historic Broadway Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fair Oaks / Mission to Arcadia / Los Angeles via Cal State La Transit Center and Cal State LA Busway Station in around 34 min.

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