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How to get from Whittier to Downtown by bus?

From Whittier to Downtown by bus

To get from Whittier to Downtown in Los Angeles, take the 7 bus from Beverly Boulevard and Palm Avenue station to El Monte Station station. Next, take the METRO J LINE (SILVER) 910/950 bus from El Monte Station station to Arcadia and Los Angeles St W station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $1.75.

64min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 77
Bus - METRO J LINE (SILVER) 910/950METRO J LINE (SILVER) 910/950
Walk to Downtown
Leaves from Beverly Boulevard and Palm Avenue

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Beverly Boulevard and Palm Avenue
    ID 1033
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    El Monte Sta via Whittier
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    El Monte Station
    33 min
  • 4
    Bus - METRO J LINE (SILVER) 910/950METRO J LINE (SILVER) 910/950
    Wait for bus
    METRO J LINE (SILVER) 910/950
    Harbor Gtwy Tc - Downtown LA / J Line
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Arcadia and Los Angeles St W
    19 min
  • 6
    Walk to Downtown
    Walk to
    Downtown
    510 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Whittier to Downtown by bus via 40 and 74

To get from Whittier to Downtown in Los Angeles, take the 40 bus from Beverly / Norwalk station to 3rd / LA Verne station. Next, take the 74 bus from 3rd / LA Verne station to Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is $1.60.

73min$1.60
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4040
Bus - 7474
Leaves from Beverly / Norwalk

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Beverly / Norwalk
    ID 4000
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    40 Beverly Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    3rd / LA Verne
    35 min
  • 4
    Bus - 7474
    Wait for bus
    74
    Garvey / Atlantic
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
    Ride to bus station
    Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
    ID 656
    32 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Whittier to Downtown

The distance between Whittier, Los Angeles and Downtown, Los Angeles is approximately 19.08 mi, which can typically be travelled in 64 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Whittier to Downtown by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Whittier

Whittier is located at Whittier, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Beverly Boulevard and Norwalk Boulevard.

Bus stations close to Whittier:

  • Beverly Boulevard and Norwalk Boulevard
  • Norwalk Boulevard and Beverly Boulevard-
  • Beverly / Norwalk

Public transit stations close to Downtown, Los Angeles

Downtown is located at Downtown, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Alameda / Cesar E Chavez.

Subway stations close to Downtown:

  • Civic Center / Grand Park Station

Train stations close to Downtown:

  • Union Station

Bus stations close to Downtown:

  • Alameda / Cesar E Chavez
  • Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
  • Cesar Chavez Ave & Main St

Alternative route from Whittier to Downtown by bus via 40 and 74

To get from Whittier to Downtown in Los Angeles, take the 40 bus from Beverly / Norwalk station to 3rd / LA Verne station. Next, take the 74 bus from 3rd / LA Verne station to Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is $1.60.

73min$1.60
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4040
Bus - 7474
Leaves from Beverly / Norwalk

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Beverly / Norwalk
    ID 4000
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    40 Beverly Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    3rd / LA Verne
    35 min
  • 4
    Bus - 7474
    Wait for bus
    74
    Garvey / Atlantic
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
    Ride to bus station
    Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
    ID 656
    32 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Whittier to Downtown?

    The fastest way takes 64 minutes, using Bus line 7, Bus line METRO J LINE (SILVER) 910/950.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Whittier to Downtown?

    The alternative route takes 73 minutes, using Bus line 40, Bus line 74.

  • Is there a direct bus between Whittier and Downtown in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 4 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Whittier to Downtown in Los Angeles?

    The 7 bus line goes from Beverly Boulevard and Palm Avenue station near Whittier to El Monte Sta via Whittier station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till El Monte Sta via Whittier station near Downtown in Los Angeles

  • How long does it take to travel from Whittier to Downtown in Los Angeles by bus?

    The total travel time between Whittier and Downtown in Los Angeles by bus is about 1 hr 4 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Whittier to get to Downtown in Los Angeles?

    Get on the 7 bus from the Beverly Boulevard and Palm Avenue stop near Whittier in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the bus at the El Monte Sta via Whittier stop, which is closest to Downtown in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the bus fare from Whittier to Downtown?

    The ride from Whittier to Downtown costs $1.75.