How to get from Griffith Observatory to Chinatown by bus and subway?

Griffith Observatory to Chinatown - Bus Schedule

The DASH bus from Griffith Observatory to Chinatown runs from 10:21 AM to 10:06 PM, with departures every 15 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 12 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Griffith Observatory to Chinatown by bus and subway

To get from Griffith Observatory to Chinatown in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the DASH bus from Griffith Observatory station to Vermont / Sunset station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the B LINE subway and finally take the 94 bus from Hill / 1st station to Hill / Ord station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The ride fare is $0.35. The bus and subway schedule from Griffith Observatory may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Chinatown on the Moovit app.

72min$0.35
Walk to bus station
Bus - DASHDASH
Subway - B LINE
Bus - 9494
Leaves from Griffith Observatory

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Griffith Observatory
    ID 2019
    780 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - DASHDASH
    Wait for bus
    DASH
    Southbound
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vermont / Sunset
    ID 3976
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Vermont / Sunset Station
    ID 80206S
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - B LINE
    Wait for subway
    B LINE
    Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Civic Center / Grand Park Station
    ID 80213S
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hill / 1st
    ID 12102
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 9494
    Wait for bus
    94
    North Hollywood Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Hill / Ord
    Ride to bus station
    Hill / Ord
    ID 3612
    4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Griffith Observatory to Chinatown

The distance between Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles and Chinatown, Los Angeles is approximately 9.81 mi, which can typically be travelled in 72 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Griffith Observatory 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 Griffith Observatory to Chinatown

To check the bus and subway schedule from Griffith Observatory to Chinatown using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Griffith Observatory) 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 Griffith Observatory to Chinatown?

    The fastest way takes 72 minutes, using Bus line DASH, Subway line B LINE, Bus line 94.

  • Is there a direct bus between Griffith Observatory and Chinatown?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 12 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Griffith Observatory to Chinatown?

    The DASH bus line goes from Griffith Observatory station near Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park to Vermont / Sunset station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line till Vermont / Sunset station near Chinatown in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Griffith Observatory to Chinatown by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park and Chinatown in Los Angeles by bus and subway is about 1 hr 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Griffith Observatory to get to Chinatown?

    Get on the DASH bus from the Griffith Observatory stop near Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Griffith Observatory and Chinatown?

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

  • How much is the total bus and subway fare from Griffith Observatory to Chinatown?

    The ride from Griffith Observatory to Chinatown costs $0.35.

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