How to get from Mid-City to Downtown by bus?

From Mid-City to Downtown by bus

Take one direct bus from Mid-City to Downtown in Los Angeles: take the 33 bus from Venice / LA Fayette station to Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is $1.75.

43min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3333
Leaves from Venice / LA Fayette

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Venice / LA Fayette
    ID 6904
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3333
    Wait for bus
    33
    Downtown LA - Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
    Ride to bus station
    Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
    ID 656
    36 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Mid-City to Downtown by bus via 30 and 28

To get from Mid-City to Downtown in Los Angeles, take the 30 bus from Pico / Mullen station to Olympic / Union station. Next, take the 28 bus from Olympic / Union station to Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is $1.75.

52min$1.75
Bus - 3030
Bus - 2828
Leaves from Pico / Mullen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Mid-City
  • 2
    Bus - 3030
    Wait for bus
    30
    Downtown La- Little Tokyo-Arts Dist Sta.
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Olympic / Union
    ID 4169
    23 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Cesar Chavez - Vignes
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
    Ride to bus station
    Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
    ID 656
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Mid-City to Downtown

The distance between Mid-City, Los Angeles and Downtown, Los Angeles is approximately 6.9 mi, which can typically be travelled in 43 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mid-City 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 Mid-City

Mid-City is located at Mid-City, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Pico & Mullen Ave. (Southbound).

Subway stations close to Mid-City:

  • Wilshire / Western Station

Bus stations close to Mid-City:

  • Pico & Mullen Ave. (Southbound)
  • Pico & Mullen Ave. (Northbound)
  • Pico / Mullen

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
  • Alameda St at Los Angeles St
  • Alameda St & Los Angeles St

Related Routes

Alternative route from Mid-City to Downtown by bus via 30 and 28

To get from Mid-City to Downtown in Los Angeles, take the 30 bus from Pico / Mullen station to Olympic / Union station. Next, take the 28 bus from Olympic / Union station to Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is $1.75.

52min$1.75
Bus - 3030
Bus - 2828
Leaves from Pico / Mullen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Mid-City
  • 2
    Bus - 3030
    Wait for bus
    30
    Downtown La- Little Tokyo-Arts Dist Sta.
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Olympic / Union
    ID 4169
    23 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Cesar Chavez - Vignes
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
    Ride to bus station
    Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
    ID 656
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Mid-City to Downtown?

    The fastest way takes 43 minutes, using Bus line 33.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Mid-City to Downtown?

    The alternative route takes 52 minutes, using Bus line 30, Bus line 28.

  • Is there a direct bus between Mid-City and Downtown in Los Angeles?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Mid-City to Downtown in Los Angeles in 43 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Mid-City to Downtown in Los Angeles?

    The 33 bus line goes from Venice / LA Fayette station near Mid-City to Downtown LA - Union Station station near Downtown in Los Angeles.

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

    The total travel time between Mid-City and Downtown in Los Angeles by bus is about 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Mid-City to get to Downtown in Los Angeles?

    Get on the 33 bus from the Venice / LA Fayette stop near Mid-City in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the bus at the Downtown LA - Union Station stop, which is closest to Downtown in Los Angeles.

  • When is the first bus from Mid-City to Downtown in Los Angeles?

    The first bus from Mid-City to Downtown in Los Angeles is Dtwn LA - Santa Monica via Venice Bl. It leaves the Venice / LA Fayette stop at 12:16 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Mid-City to Downtown?

    The ride from Mid-City to Downtown costs $1.75.

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