How to get from Olympic / Central to California State University, Los Angeles by bus?

Olympic / Central to California State University, Los Angeles - Bus Schedule

The 53 bus from Olympic / Central to California State University, Los Angeles usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-35 min. The trip takes about 45 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Olympic / Central to California State University, Los Angeles by bus

To get from Olympic / Central to California State University, Los Angeles in El Sereno, take the 53 bus from Central / Olympic station to 5th / Hill station. Next, take the EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO bus from Olive / 5th station to Cal State LA Eastbound station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from Olympic / Central may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to California State University, Los Angeles on the Moovit app.

45min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5353
Bus - EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO
Walk to California State University, Los Angeles
Leaves from Central / Olympic

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central / Olympic
    ID 4886
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5353
    Wait for bus
    53
    Downtown La - 4th - Beaudry
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    5th / Hill
    ID 15694
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Olive / 5th
    ID 5378
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO
    Wait for bus
    EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO
    950 - El Monte Station - Downtown La
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cal State LA Eastbound
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to California State University, Los Angeles
    Walk to
    California State University, Los Angeles
    700 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Olympic / Central to California State University, Los Angeles

The distance between Olympic / Central, El Sereno and California State University, Los Angeles, El Sereno is approximately 7.67 mi, which can typically be travelled in 45 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Olympic / Central to California State University, Los Angeles by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in El Sereno – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Olympic / Central to California State University, Los Angeles

To check the bus schedule from Olympic / Central to California State University, Los Angeles using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Olympic / Central) and destination (California State University, Los Angeles), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Olympic / Central to California State University, Los Angeles?

    The fastest way takes 45 minutes, using Bus line 53, Bus line EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO.

  • Is there a direct bus between Olympic / Central and California State University, Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 45 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Olympic / Central to California State University, Los Angeles?

    The 53 bus line goes from Central / Olympic station near Olympic / Central in Downtown to 5th / Hill station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 5th / Hill station near California State University, Los Angeles in El Sereno.

  • How long does it take to travel from Olympic / Central to California State University, Los Angeles by bus?

    The total travel time between Olympic / Central in Downtown and California State University, Los Angeles in El Sereno by bus is about 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Olympic / Central to get to California State University, Los Angeles?

    Get on the 53 bus from the Central / Olympic stop near Olympic / Central in Downtown.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Olympic / Central and California State University, Los Angeles?

    Get off the bus at the 5th / Hill stop, which is closest to California State University, Los Angeles in El Sereno.

  • How much is the bus fare from Olympic / Central to California State University, Los Angeles?

    The ride from Olympic / Central to California State University, Los Angeles costs $1.75.

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