How to get from Union Station to Arcadia by subway?

From Union Station to Arcadia by subway

Take one direct subway from Union Station to Arcadia in Arcadia: take the A LINE subway from Union Station station to Arcadia station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 36 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Arcadia on the Moovit app.

36min$1.75
Subway - A LINE
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Union Station
  • 2
    Subway - A LINE
    Wait for subway
    A LINE
    Pomona Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station Arcadia
    Ride to subway station
    Arcadia
    36 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Union Station to Arcadia by bus

To get from Union Station to Arcadia in Arcadia, take the METRO J bus from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza station to El Monte Station station. Next, take the 287 bus from El Monte Station station to Arcadia Station (A Line) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Arcadia on the Moovit app.

53min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - METRO J
Bus - 287287
Walk to Arcadia
Leaves from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza
    ID 3300
    340 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - METRO J
    Wait for bus
    METRO J
    El Monte Station - Downtown LA / J Line
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    El Monte Station
    15 min
  • 4
    Bus - 287287
    Wait for bus
    287
    Arcadia Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Arcadia Station (A Line)
    ID 2763
    28 min
  • 6
    Walk to Arcadia
    Walk to
    Arcadia
    100 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Union Station to Arcadia

The distance between Union Station and Arcadia is approximately 16.73 mi, which can typically be travelled in 36 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Station to Arcadia by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Arcadia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Union Station to Arcadia

To check the subway schedule from Union Station to Arcadia using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Union Station) and destination (Arcadia), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest subway schedules.

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From Union Station to Arcadia by bus

To get from Union Station to Arcadia in Arcadia, take the METRO J bus from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza station to El Monte Station station. Next, take the 287 bus from El Monte Station station to Arcadia Station (A Line) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Arcadia on the Moovit app.

53min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - METRO J
Bus - 287287
Walk to Arcadia
Leaves from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza
    ID 3300
    340 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - METRO J
    Wait for bus
    METRO J
    El Monte Station - Downtown LA / J Line
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    El Monte Station
    15 min
  • 4
    Bus - 287287
    Wait for bus
    287
    Arcadia Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Arcadia Station (A Line)
    ID 2763
    28 min
  • 6
    Walk to Arcadia
    Walk to
    Arcadia
    100 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Union Station to Arcadia?

    The fastest way takes 36 minutes, using Subway line A LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Union Station to Arcadia?

    The alternative route takes 53 minutes, using Bus line METRO J, Bus line 287.

  • Is there a direct subway between Union Station and Arcadia?

    Yes, there’s a direct subway going from Union Station in Downtown to Arcadia in Arcadia in 36 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Union Station to Arcadia?

    The A LINE subway line goes from Pomona Station station near Union Station in Downtown to Union Station station near Arcadia in Arcadia.

  • How long does it take to travel from Union Station to Arcadia by subway?

    The total travel time between Union Station and Arcadia by subway is about 36 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Union Station to get to Arcadia?

    Get on the A LINE subway from the Pomona Station station near Union Station in Downtown.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Union Station and Arcadia?

    Get off the subway at the Union Station station, which is closest to Arcadia.

  • When is the last subway from Union Station to Arcadia?

    The last subway from Union Station in Downtown to Arcadia in Arcadia is the Pomona - Long Beach line. It leaves the Union Station station at 5:52 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Union Station to Arcadia?

    The ride from Union Station to Arcadia costs $1.75.

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