How to get from Wilshire & Western to Chinatown by bus and subway?

Wilshire & Western to Chinatown - Subway Schedule

The D LINE subway from Wilshire & Western to Chinatown runs from 12:12 AM to 11:52 PM, with departures every 10 min-4 hr 25 min. The trip takes about 22 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Wilshire & Western to Chinatown by bus and subway

To get from Wilshire & Western to Chinatown in Los Angeles, take the D LINE subway from Wilshire / Western Station station to Pershing Square Station station. Next, take the 81 bus from Hill / 5th station to Hill / Ord station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 22 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus and subway schedule from Wilshire & Western may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Chinatown on the Moovit app.

22min$1.75
Walk to subway station
Subway - D LINE
Bus - 8181
Leaves from Wilshire / Western Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Wilshire / Western Station
    ID 80216S
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - D LINE
    Wait for subway
    D LINE
    Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Pershing Square Station
    ID 80212
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hill / 5th
    ID 40
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8181
    Wait for bus
    81
    Figueroa - La Loma
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Hill / Ord
    Ride to bus station
    Hill / Ord
    ID 3612
    7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Wilshire & Western to Chinatown

The distance between Wilshire & Western, Los Angeles and Chinatown, Los Angeles is approximately 4.88 mi, which can typically be travelled in 22 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Wilshire & Western 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 Wilshire & Western to Chinatown

To check the bus and subway schedule from Wilshire & Western to Chinatown using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Wilshire & Western) 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Wilshire & Western to Chinatown?

    The fastest way takes 22 minutes, using Subway line D LINE, Bus line 81.

  • Is there a direct subway between Wilshire & Western and Chinatown?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 22 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Wilshire & Western to Chinatown?

    The D LINE subway line goes from Wilshire / Western Station near Wilshire & Western in Koreatown to Pershing Square Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Pershing Square Station near Chinatown in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Wilshire & Western to Chinatown by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Wilshire & Western in Koreatown and Chinatown in Los Angeles by subway and bus is about 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Wilshire & Western to get to Chinatown?

    Get on the D LINE subway from the Wilshire / Western Station near Wilshire & Western in Koreatown.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Wilshire & Western and Chinatown?

    Get off the subway at the Pershing Square Station, which is closest to Chinatown in Los Angeles.

  • When is the first subway from Wilshire & Western to Chinatown?

    The first subway from Wilshire & Western in Koreatown to Chinatown in Los Angeles is Union Station - Wilshire/La Cienega. It leaves the Wilshire / Western Station at 9:38 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Wilshire & Western to Chinatown?

    The ride from Wilshire & Western to Chinatown costs $1.75.

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