How to get from Main / Pico to California State University, Los Angeles by bus?

From Main / Pico to California State University, Los Angeles by bus

To get from Main / Pico to California State University, Los Angeles in El Sereno, take the 78 bus from Olive / Pico station to Olive / General Thaddeus Kosciuszko station. Next, take the 487/489 bus from Olive / General Thaddeus Kosciuszko station to Cal State LA Eastbound station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from Main / Pico may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to California State University, Los Angeles on the Moovit app.

38min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7878
Bus - 487/489487/489
Walk to California State University, Los Angeles
Leaves from Olive / Pico

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Olive / Pico
    ID 5388
    390 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Alhambra - Main - Garfield
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Olive / General Thaddeus Kosciuszko
    7 min
  • 4
    Bus - 487/489487/489
    Wait for bus
    487/489
    Sierra Madre Villa Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cal State LA Eastbound
    14 min
  • 6
    Walk to California State University, Los Angeles
    Walk to
    California State University, Los Angeles
    670 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Main / Pico to California State University, Los Angeles by bus via 78 and METRO J

To get from Main / Pico to California State University, Los Angeles in El Sereno, take the 78 bus from Olive / Pico station to 1st / Hill station. Next, take the METRO J bus from 1st / Hill station to Cal State LA Eastbound station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from Main / Pico may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to California State University, Los Angeles on the Moovit app.

38min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7878
Bus - METRO J
Walk to California State University, Los Angeles
Leaves from Olive / Pico

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Olive / Pico
    ID 5388
    390 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Alhambra - Main - Garfield
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1st / Hill
    9 min
  • 4
    Bus - METRO J
    Wait for bus
    METRO J
    El Monte Station - Downtown LA / J Line
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cal State LA Eastbound
    14 min
  • 6
    Walk to California State University, Los Angeles
    Walk to
    California State University, Los Angeles
    670 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Main / Pico to California State University, Los Angeles

The distance between Main / Pico, El Sereno and California State University, Los Angeles, El Sereno is approximately 7.2 mi, which can typically be travelled in 38 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Main / Pico 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 Main / Pico to California State University, Los Angeles

To check the bus schedule from Main / Pico to California State University, Los Angeles using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Main / Pico) 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Main / Pico to California State University, Los Angeles by bus via 78 and METRO J

To get from Main / Pico to California State University, Los Angeles in El Sereno, take the 78 bus from Olive / Pico station to 1st / Hill station. Next, take the METRO J bus from 1st / Hill station to Cal State LA Eastbound station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from Main / Pico may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to California State University, Los Angeles on the Moovit app.

38min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7878
Bus - METRO J
Walk to California State University, Los Angeles
Leaves from Olive / Pico

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Olive / Pico
    ID 5388
    390 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Alhambra - Main - Garfield
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1st / Hill
    9 min
  • 4
    Bus - METRO J
    Wait for bus
    METRO J
    El Monte Station - Downtown LA / J Line
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cal State LA Eastbound
    14 min
  • 6
    Walk to California State University, Los Angeles
    Walk to
    California State University, Los Angeles
    670 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 38 minutes, using Bus line 78, Bus line 487/489.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Main / Pico to California State University, Los Angeles?

    The alternative route takes 38 minutes, using Bus line 78, Bus line METRO J.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 38 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Main / Pico to California State University, Los Angeles?

    The 78 bus line goes from Olive / Pico station near Main / Pico in Downtown to Alhambra - Main - Garfield station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Alhambra - Main - Garfield station near California State University, Los Angeles in El Sereno.

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

    The total travel time between Main / Pico in Downtown and California State University, Los Angeles in El Sereno by bus is about 38 min.

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

    Get on the 78 bus from the Olive / Pico stop near Main / Pico in Downtown.

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

    Get off the bus at the Alhambra - Main - Garfield stop, which is closest to California State University, Los Angeles in El Sereno.

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

    The ride from Main / Pico to California State University, Los Angeles costs $1.75.

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