What is the cheapest way to get from Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits?

The cheapest way to get from Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits is to line 761 bus which costs $2 - $4 and takes 2h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits?

The fastest way to get from Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits is to drive which takes 28 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Sylmar and La Brea Tar Pits?

No, there is no direct bus from Sylmar station to La Brea Tar Pits. However, there are services departing from Sylmar Station and arriving at Wilshire / Fairfax via Wilshire / Westwood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Sylmar and La Brea Tar Pits?

No, there is no direct train from Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits station. However, there are services departing from Sylmar / San Fernando and arriving at Wilshire / Fairfax Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits?

The distance between Sylmar and La Brea Tar Pits is 31 miles. The road distance is 21.4 miles.

How do I travel from Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits without a car?

The best way to get from Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 9m and costs $9 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits?

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits bus from?

Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Sylmar Station.

Where do I catch the Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits train from?

Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Sylmar / San Fernando station.

Where does the Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits bus arrive?

Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Westwood / Wilshire station.

Where does the Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits train arrive?

Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits?

Yes, the driving distance between Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits is 21 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits.

Where can I stay near La Brea Tar Pits?

There are 3369+ hotels available in La Brea Tar Pits.

Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits - 5 ways to travel via train, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Sylmar / San Fernando to L.A. Union Stationtrain AV Line
2. Take the subway from Union Station - Metro B & D Lines to Wilshire / Fairfax Stationsubway Metro D Line
1h 9m
$9–12
Line 761 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sylmar Station to Westwood / Wilshirebus 761
2h 12m
$3–4
Drive 21.3 mi
1. Drive from Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pitscar 21.3 mi
28 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pitstaxi 21.3 mi
28 min
$85–110
Line 234 bus, line 761 bus
1. Take the bus from Borden / Polk to Sepulveda / Venturabus 234
2. Take the bus from Sepulveda / Ventura to Westwood / Wilshirebus 761 / ...
2h 22m
$4–5

Sylmar to La Brea Tar Pits by train, subway, and foot

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1h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 30.3 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

What companies run services between Sylmar, CA, USA and La Brea Tar Pits, CA, USA?

Metro Los Angeles operates a bus from Sylmar Station to Westwood / Wilshire every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 1h 39m.

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