How to get from Monrovia to Chinatown by bus and subway?

From Monrovia to Chinatown by bus and subway

To get from Monrovia to Chinatown in Los Angeles, take the 187 bus from Huntington Dr and Mountain Ave W station to Huntington Dr and First Ave W station. Next, take the A LINE subway from Arcadia station to Chinatown Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min. The bus and subway schedule from Monrovia may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Chinatown on the Moovit app.

66min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 187187
Subway - A LINE
Walk to Chinatown
Leaves from Huntington Dr and Mountain Ave W

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Huntington Dr and Mountain Ave W
    ID 1798
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 187187
    Wait for bus
    187
    West: Pasadena
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Huntington Dr and First Ave W
    ID 1754
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Arcadia
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Subway - A LINE
    Wait for subway
    A LINE
    Downtown Long Beach Station
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Chinatown Station
    ID 80410
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chinatown
    Walk to
    Chinatown
    780 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Monrovia to Chinatown by bus

To get from Monrovia to Chinatown in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 187 bus from Huntington Dr and Mountain Ave W station to Huntington / Santa Clara station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 179 bus and finally take the 78 bus from Huntington / El Sereno station to Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The bus and subway schedule from Monrovia may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Chinatown on the Moovit app.

87min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 187187
Bus - 179179
Bus - 7878
Walk to Chinatown
Leaves from Huntington Dr and Mountain Ave W

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Huntington Dr and Mountain Ave W
    ID 1798
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 187187
    Wait for bus
    187
    West: Pasadena
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Huntington / Santa Clara
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Huntington / Santa Clara
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 179179
    Wait for bus
    179
    Huntington - Monterey
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Huntington / El Sereno
    ID 11067
    34 min
  • 7
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Downtown LA - Grand - Venice
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
    ID 9218
    19 min
  • 9
    Walk to Chinatown
    Walk to
    Chinatown
    650 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Monrovia to Chinatown

The distance between Monrovia, Los Angeles and Chinatown, Los Angeles is approximately 19.15 mi, which can typically be travelled in 66 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Monrovia to Chinatown by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Monrovia to Chinatown

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

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From Monrovia to Chinatown by bus

To get from Monrovia to Chinatown in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 187 bus from Huntington Dr and Mountain Ave W station to Huntington / Santa Clara station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 179 bus and finally take the 78 bus from Huntington / El Sereno station to Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The bus and subway schedule from Monrovia may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Chinatown on the Moovit app.

87min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 187187
Bus - 179179
Bus - 7878
Walk to Chinatown
Leaves from Huntington Dr and Mountain Ave W

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Huntington Dr and Mountain Ave W
    ID 1798
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 187187
    Wait for bus
    187
    West: Pasadena
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Huntington / Santa Clara
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Huntington / Santa Clara
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 179179
    Wait for bus
    179
    Huntington - Monterey
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Huntington / El Sereno
    ID 11067
    34 min
  • 7
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Downtown LA - Grand - Venice
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
    ID 9218
    19 min
  • 9
    Walk to Chinatown
    Walk to
    Chinatown
    650 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Monrovia to Chinatown?

    The fastest way takes 66 minutes, using Bus line 187, Subway line A LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Monrovia to Chinatown?

    The alternative route takes 87 minutes, using Bus line 187, Bus line 179, Bus line 78.

  • Is there a direct bus between Monrovia and Chinatown in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 6 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Monrovia to Chinatown in Los Angeles?

    The 187 bus line goes from Huntington Dr and Mountain Ave W station near Monrovia to West: Pasadena station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till West: Pasadena station near Chinatown in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Monrovia to Chinatown in Los Angeles by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between Monrovia and Chinatown in Los Angeles by bus and subway is about 1 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Monrovia to get to Chinatown in Los Angeles?

    Get on the 187 bus from the Huntington Dr and Mountain Ave W stop near Monrovia in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Monrovia and Chinatown in Los Angeles?

    Get off the bus at the West: Pasadena station, which is closest to Chinatown in Los Angeles.

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