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 42 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from Mid-City may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Downtown on the Moovit app.

42min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3333
Walk to Downtown
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
    Ride to bus station
    Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
    ID 656
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to Downtown
    Walk to
    Downtown
    20 yd • 1 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. The bus schedule from Mid-City may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Downtown on the Moovit app.

52min$1.75
Bus - 3030
Bus - 2828
Walk to Downtown
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
    Ride to bus station
    Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
    ID 656
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to Downtown
    Walk to
    Downtown
    20 yd • 1 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 6.92 mi, which can typically be travelled in 42 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.

Bus schedule from Mid-City to Downtown

To check the bus schedule from Mid-City to Downtown using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Mid-City) and destination (Downtown), 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.

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. The bus schedule from Mid-City may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Downtown on the Moovit app.

52min$1.75
Bus - 3030
Bus - 2828
Walk to Downtown
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
    Ride to bus station
    Cesar E Chavez / Alameda
    ID 656
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to Downtown
    Walk to
    Downtown
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 42 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 42 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 42 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 Downtown LA - Santa Monica. It leaves the Venice / LA Fayette stop at 1:16 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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