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How to get from Compton to Chinatown, La by bus and light rail?

From Compton to Chinatown, La by bus and light rail

To get from Compton to Chinatown, La in Los Angeles, take the A LINE light rail from Artesia Station station to Historic Broadway station. Next, take the 90 bus from Broadway / 2nd station to Hill / Ord station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is $1.75.

55min$1.75
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - A LINE
Bus - 9090
Leaves from Artesia Station
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Artesia Station
    ID 80110S
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - A LINE
    Wait for light rail
    A LINE
    APU / Citrus College Sta.
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Historic Broadway
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Broadway / 2nd
    ID 5911
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 9090
    Wait for bus
    90
    North Hollywood Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Hill / Ord
    Ride to bus station
    Hill / Ord
    ID 3612
    5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Compton to Chinatown, La by bus and light rail via A LINE and 81

To get from Compton to Chinatown, La in Los Angeles, take the A LINE light rail from Artesia Station station to Pico station. Next, take the 81 bus from Figueroa / Pico station to Hill / Ord station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is $1.75.

59min$1.75
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - A LINE
Bus - 8181
Leaves from Artesia Station
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Artesia Station
    ID 80110S
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - A LINE
    Wait for light rail
    A LINE
    APU / Citrus College Sta.
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Pico
    ID 80121S
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Figueroa / Pico
    230 yd • 3 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
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Compton to Chinatown, La
The distance between Compton, Los Angeles and Chinatown, La, Los Angeles is approximately 15.07 mi, which can typically be travelled in 55 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Compton to Chinatown, La by bus and light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transit stations close to Compton

Compton is located at Compton, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Artesia Station.

Bus stations close to Compton:

  • Artesia Station
  • Artesia Station Bay 3
  • Artesia Station Bay 2
Public transit stations close to Chinatown, La, Los Angeles

Chinatown, La is located at Chinatown, La, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Broadway & Alpine St.

Subway stations close to Chinatown, La:

  • Civic Center / Grand Park Station

Train stations close to Chinatown, La:

  • Union Station

Bus stations close to Chinatown, La:

  • Broadway & Alpine St
  • Broadway / Alpine
  • Hill / Alpine

Alternative route from Compton to Chinatown, La by bus and light rail via A LINE and 81

To get from Compton to Chinatown, La in Los Angeles, take the A LINE light rail from Artesia Station station to Pico station. Next, take the 81 bus from Figueroa / Pico station to Hill / Ord station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is $1.75.

59min$1.75
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - A LINE
Bus - 8181
Leaves from Artesia Station
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Artesia Station
    ID 80110S
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - A LINE
    Wait for light rail
    A LINE
    APU / Citrus College Sta.
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Pico
    ID 80121S
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Figueroa / Pico
    230 yd • 3 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
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers
  • What is the fastest way to get from Compton to Chinatown, La?

    The fastest way takes 55 minutes, using Bus line A LINE, Bus line 90.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Compton to Chinatown, La?

    The alternative route takes 59 minutes, using Bus line A LINE, Bus line 81.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Compton and Chinatown, La in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take one light rail line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 55 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Compton to Chinatown, La in Los Angeles?

    The A LINE light rail line goes from Artesia Station station near Compton to APU / Citrus College Sta. station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till APU / Citrus College Sta. station near Chinatown, La in Los Angeles

  • How long does it take to travel from Compton to Chinatown, La in Los Angeles by light rail and bus?

    The total travel time between Compton and Chinatown, La in Los Angeles by light rail and bus is about 55 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Compton to get to Chinatown, La in Los Angeles?

    Get on the A LINE light rail from the Artesia Station station near Compton in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Compton and Chinatown, La in Los Angeles?

    Get off the light rail at the APU / Citrus College Sta. stop, which is closest to Chinatown, La in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the light rail fare from Compton to Chinatown, La?

    The ride from Compton to Chinatown, La costs $1.75.

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