How to get from Union Station to Gardena by bus?

From Union Station to Gardena by bus

To get from Union Station to Gardena in Los Angeles, take the J bus from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza station to Harbor Gateway Transit Center station. Next, take the 2 bus from Harbor Gateway Transit Center station to Vermont and Gardena Blvd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Gardena on the Moovit app.

58min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - J
Bus - 22
Walk to Gardena
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 3301
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - J
    Wait for bus
    J
    950 - San Pedro - Downtown LA
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harbor Gateway Transit Center
    43 min
  • 4
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Kaiser Hospital >> Kaiser Hospital
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vermont and Gardena Blvd
    ID 571
    7 min
  • 6
    Walk to Gardena
    Walk to
    Gardena
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Union Station to Gardena by bus and subway

To get from Union Station to Gardena in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take one subway line and 2 bus lines: take the B LINE subway from Union Station station to 7th Street / Metro Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the J bus and finally take the 1 bus from Harbor Gateway Transit Center station to Vermont Av at Gardena Bl station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Gardena on the Moovit app.

50min$1.75
Subway - B LINE
Bus - J
Bus - 11
Walk to Gardena
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Union Station
  • 2
    Subway - B LINE
    Wait for subway
    B LINE
    North Hollywood Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    7th Street / Metro Center
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Flower / 7th
    ID 3674
    80 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - J
    Wait for bus
    J
    910 - Harbor Gtwy Tc - Downtown LA
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harbor Gateway Transit Center
    26 min
  • 7
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Harbor Freeway Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vermont Av at Gardena Bl
    ID 642051
    6 min
  • 9
    Walk to Gardena
    Walk to
    Gardena
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Union Station to Gardena

The distance between Union Station, Los Angeles and Gardena, Los Angeles is approximately 16.77 mi, which can typically be travelled in 58 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Station to Gardena 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 Gardena

To check the bus schedule from Union Station to Gardena using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Union Station) and destination (Gardena), 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 Gardena by bus and subway

To get from Union Station to Gardena in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take one subway line and 2 bus lines: take the B LINE subway from Union Station station to 7th Street / Metro Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the J bus and finally take the 1 bus from Harbor Gateway Transit Center station to Vermont Av at Gardena Bl station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Gardena on the Moovit app.

50min$1.75
Subway - B LINE
Bus - J
Bus - 11
Walk to Gardena
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Union Station
  • 2
    Subway - B LINE
    Wait for subway
    B LINE
    North Hollywood Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    7th Street / Metro Center
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Flower / 7th
    ID 3674
    80 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - J
    Wait for bus
    J
    910 - Harbor Gtwy Tc - Downtown LA
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harbor Gateway Transit Center
    26 min
  • 7
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Harbor Freeway Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vermont Av at Gardena Bl
    ID 642051
    6 min
  • 9
    Walk to Gardena
    Walk to
    Gardena
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 58 minutes, using Bus line J, Bus line 2.

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

    The alternative route takes 50 minutes, using Subway line B LINE, Bus line J, Bus line 1.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 58 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Union Station to Gardena?

    The J bus line goes from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza station near Union Station in Downtown to 950 - San Pedro - Downtown LA station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 950 - San Pedro - Downtown LA station near Gardena in Los Angeles.

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

    The total travel time between Union Station in Downtown and Gardena in Los Angeles by bus is about 58 min.

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

    Get on the 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 Gardena?

    Get off the bus at the 950 - San Pedro - Downtown LA stop, which is closest to Gardena in Los Angeles.

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

    The ride from Union Station to Gardena costs $1.75.

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