How to get from Union Station to Covina by bus?

From Union Station to Covina by bus

To get from Union Station to Covina in Los Angeles, take the METRO J bus from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza station to El Monte Station station. Next, take the 488 bus from El Monte Station station to Rowland Ave and Azusa Ave N station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 33 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Covina on the Moovit app.

93min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - METRO J
Bus - 488488
Walk to Covina
Leaves from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza
    ID 3300
    340 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - METRO J
    Wait for bus
    METRO J
    El Monte Station - Downtown LA / J Line
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    El Monte Station
    15 min
  • 4
    Bus - 488488
    Wait for bus
    488
    East: Glendora Citrus College
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rowland Ave and Azusa Ave N
    ID 2300
    49 min
  • 6
    Walk to Covina
    Walk to
    Covina
    0.9 mi • 19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Union Station to Covina by train

Take one direct train from Union Station to Covina in Los Angeles: take the SB LINE train from Union Station station to Covina Metrolink Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The bus schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Covina on the Moovit app.

77min$6.00
Train - SB LINE
SB LINE
Walk to Covina
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Union Station
  • 2
    Train - SB LINE
    Wait for train
    SB LINE
    #308| San Bernardino - Downtown
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Covina Metrolink Station
    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to Covina
    Walk to
    Covina
    1.34 mi • 28 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Union Station to Covina

The distance between Union Station, Los Angeles and Covina, Los Angeles is approximately 22.76 mi, which can typically be travelled in 93 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Station to Covina by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Union Station to Covina

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

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From Union Station to Covina by train

Take one direct train from Union Station to Covina in Los Angeles: take the SB LINE train from Union Station station to Covina Metrolink Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The bus schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Covina on the Moovit app.

77min$6.00
Train - SB LINE
SB LINE
Walk to Covina
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Union Station
  • 2
    Train - SB LINE
    Wait for train
    SB LINE
    #308| San Bernardino - Downtown
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Covina Metrolink Station
    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to Covina
    Walk to
    Covina
    1.34 mi • 28 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Union Station to Covina?

    The fastest way takes 93 minutes, using Bus line METRO J, Bus line 488.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Union Station to Covina?

    The alternative route takes 77 minutes, using Train line SB LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Union Station and Covina?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 33 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Union Station to Covina?

    The METRO J bus line goes from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza station near Union Station in Downtown to El Monte Station - Downtown LA / J Line station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till El Monte Station - Downtown LA / J Line station near Covina in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Union Station to Covina by bus?

    The total travel time between Union Station in Downtown and Covina in Los Angeles by bus is about 1 hr 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Union Station to get to Covina?

    Get on the METRO J bus from the Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza stop near Union Station in Downtown.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Union Station and Covina?

    Get off the bus at the El Monte Station - Downtown LA / J Line stop, which is closest to Covina in Los Angeles.

  • When is the first train from Union Station to Covina?

    The first train from Union Station in Downtown to Covina in Los Angeles is San Bernardino Line. It leaves the Union Station station at 1:38 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Union Station to Covina?

    The ride from Union Station to Covina costs $1.75.

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