How to get from South Gate to Chinatown by bus?

From South Gate to Chinatown by bus

To get from South Gate to Chinatown in Los Angeles, take the 60 bus from Long Beach / Palm station to 5th / Hill station. Next, take the 81 bus from Hill / 5th station to Hill / Ord station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $1.75.

64min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 6060
Bus - 8181
Leaves from Long Beach / Palm

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Long Beach / Palm
    ID 142415
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Downtown LA - Sunset - Figueroa
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    5th / Hill
    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hill / 5th
    ID 40
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8181
    Wait for bus
    81
    Eagle Rock Plaza
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Hill / Ord
    Ride to bus station
    Hill / Ord
    ID 3612
    7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from South Gate to Chinatown by bus via 60 and 94

To get from South Gate to Chinatown in Los Angeles, take the 60 bus from Long Beach / Palm station to 5th / Hill station. Next, take the 94 bus from Hill / 5th station to Hill / Ord station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The ride fare is $1.75.

67min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 6060
Bus - 9494
Leaves from Long Beach / Palm

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Long Beach / Palm
    ID 142415
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Downtown LA - Sunset - Figueroa
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    5th / Hill
    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hill / 5th
    ID 40
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 9494
    Wait for bus
    94
    North Hollywood Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Hill / Ord
    Ride to bus station
    Hill / Ord
    ID 3612
    8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Gate to Chinatown

The distance between South Gate, Los Angeles and Chinatown, Los Angeles is approximately 8.31 mi, which can typically be travelled in 64 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Gate to Chinatown by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to South Gate

South Gate is located at South Gate, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Seville / Santa Ana.

Bus stations close to South Gate:

  • Seville / Santa Ana
  • Santa Ana / Seville
  • Santa Ana St & Commercial Pl

Public transit stations close to Chinatown, Los Angeles

Chinatown is located at Chinatown, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Ord St & N Spring St.

Subway stations close to Chinatown:

  • Civic Center / Grand Park Station

Train stations close to Chinatown:

  • Union Station

Bus stations close to Chinatown:

  • Ord St & N Spring St
  • Cesar E Chavez / Broadway
  • Broadway & Alpine St

Related Routes

Alternative route from South Gate to Chinatown by bus via 60 and 94

To get from South Gate to Chinatown in Los Angeles, take the 60 bus from Long Beach / Palm station to 5th / Hill station. Next, take the 94 bus from Hill / 5th station to Hill / Ord station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The ride fare is $1.75.

67min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 6060
Bus - 9494
Leaves from Long Beach / Palm

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Long Beach / Palm
    ID 142415
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Downtown LA - Sunset - Figueroa
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    5th / Hill
    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hill / 5th
    ID 40
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 9494
    Wait for bus
    94
    North Hollywood Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Hill / Ord
    Ride to bus station
    Hill / Ord
    ID 3612
    8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South Gate to Chinatown?

    The fastest way takes 64 minutes, using Bus line 60, Bus line 81.

  • What is the alternative route to get from South Gate to Chinatown?

    The alternative route takes 67 minutes, using Bus line 60, Bus line 94.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 4 min.

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

    The 60 bus line goes from Long Beach / Palm station near South Gate to Downtown LA - Sunset - Figueroa station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Downtown LA - Sunset - Figueroa station near Chinatown in Los Angeles

  • How long does it take to travel from South Gate to Chinatown in Los Angeles by bus?

    The total travel time between South Gate and Chinatown in Los Angeles by bus is about 1 hr 4 min.

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

    Get on the 60 bus from the Long Beach / Palm stop near South Gate in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the bus at the Downtown LA - Sunset - Figueroa stop, which is closest to Chinatown in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the bus fare from South Gate to Chinatown?

    The ride from South Gate to Chinatown costs $1.75.

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