How to get from Northridge to Chinatown by bus and train?

From Northridge to Chinatown by bus and train

To get from Northridge to Chinatown in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the DASH bus from Reseda / Nordhoff station to Northridge Metrolink Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PACIFIC SURFLINER train and finally take the DASH B bus from Alameda / Los Angeles station to Ord / Broadway station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 min. The ride fare is $0.70. The bus and train schedule from Northridge may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chinatown on the Moovit app.

90min$0.70
Walk to bus station
Bus - DASHDASH
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - DASH BDASH B
Walk to Chinatown
Leaves from Reseda / Nordhoff

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Reseda / Nordhoff
    ID 4460
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - DASHDASH
    Wait for bus
    DASH
    Clockwise
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Northridge Metrolink Station
    ID 3000
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Northridge
    ID 167
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    47 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Alameda / Los Angeles
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - DASH BDASH B
    Wait for bus
    DASH B
    Northbound
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ord / Broadway
    ID 4135
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Chinatown
    Walk to
    Chinatown
    160 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Northridge to Chinatown by bus and train via DASH and PACIFIC SURFLINER

To get from Northridge to Chinatown in Los Angeles, take the DASH bus from Reseda / Nordhoff station to Northridge Metrolink Station station. Next, take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Northridge station to Union Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min. The ride fare is $0.35. The bus and train schedule from Northridge may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chinatown on the Moovit app.

91min$0.35
Walk to bus station
Bus - DASHDASH
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Walk to Chinatown
Leaves from Reseda / Nordhoff

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Reseda / Nordhoff
    ID 4460
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - DASHDASH
    Wait for bus
    DASH
    Clockwise
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Northridge Metrolink Station
    ID 3000
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Northridge
    ID 167
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    47 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chinatown
    Walk to
    Chinatown
    0.57 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Northridge to Chinatown

The distance between Northridge, Los Angeles and Chinatown, Los Angeles is approximately 30.19 mi, which can typically be travelled in 90 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Northridge to Chinatown by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Northridge to Chinatown

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Northridge to Chinatown by bus and train via DASH and PACIFIC SURFLINER

To get from Northridge to Chinatown in Los Angeles, take the DASH bus from Reseda / Nordhoff station to Northridge Metrolink Station station. Next, take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Northridge station to Union Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min. The ride fare is $0.35. The bus and train schedule from Northridge may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chinatown on the Moovit app.

91min$0.35
Walk to bus station
Bus - DASHDASH
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Walk to Chinatown
Leaves from Reseda / Nordhoff

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Reseda / Nordhoff
    ID 4460
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - DASHDASH
    Wait for bus
    DASH
    Clockwise
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Northridge Metrolink Station
    ID 3000
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Northridge
    ID 167
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    47 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chinatown
    Walk to
    Chinatown
    0.57 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 90 minutes, using Bus line DASH, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line DASH B.

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

    The alternative route takes 91 minutes, using Bus line DASH, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 30 min.

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

    The DASH bus line goes from Reseda / Nordhoff station near Northridge to Clockwise station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Clockwise station near Chinatown in Los Angeles.

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

    The total travel time between Northridge and Chinatown in Los Angeles by bus and train is about 1 hr 30 min.

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

    Get on the DASH bus from the Reseda / Nordhoff stop near Northridge in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the bus at the Clockwise stop, which is closest to Chinatown in Los Angeles.

  • When is the first train from Northridge to Chinatown in Los Angeles?

    The first train from Northridge to Chinatown in Los Angeles is Ventura County Line. It leaves the Northridge station at 10:51 PM.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Northridge to Chinatown?

    The ride from Northridge to Chinatown costs $0.70.

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