How to get from Hawthorne to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway?

Hawthorne to Griffith Observatory - Subway Schedule

The K LINE subway from Hawthorne to Griffith Observatory usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 10 min-3 hr 45 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 26 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Hawthorne to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway

To get from Hawthorne to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, you’ll need to take one subway line and 2 bus lines: take the K LINE subway from Redondo Beach Station station to Expo / Crenshaw - K Line station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 210 bus and finally take the 217 bus from Hollywood / Argyle station to Los Feliz / Hillhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 26 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus and subway schedule from Hawthorne may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

146min$1.75
Walk to subway station
Subway - K LINE
Bus - 210210
Bus - 217217
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from Redondo Beach Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Redondo Beach Station
    ID 80301S
    0.56 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Subway - K LINE
    Wait for subway
    K LINE
    Expo / Crenshaw Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Expo / Crenshaw - K Line
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Crenshaw / Exposition
    ID 1756
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 210210
    Wait for bus
    210
    Hollywood / Vine
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vine / Hollywood
    45 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hollywood / Argyle
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 217217
    Wait for bus
    217
    Eagle Rock Plaza
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Los Feliz / Hillhurst
    ID 3049
    16 min
  • 10
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    1.47 mi • 30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Hawthorne to Griffith Observatory

The distance between Hawthorne, Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory, Griffith Park is approximately 23.83 mi, which can typically be travelled in 146 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hawthorne to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Griffith Park – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Hawthorne to Griffith Observatory

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Hawthorne to Griffith Observatory?

    The fastest way takes 146 minutes, using Subway line K LINE, Bus line 210, Bus line 217.

  • Is there a direct subway between Hawthorne and Griffith Observatory?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 26 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Hawthorne to Griffith Observatory?

    The K LINE subway line goes from Redondo Beach Station near Hawthorne in Los Angeles to Expo / Crenshaw - K Line station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Expo / Crenshaw - K Line station near Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

  • How long does it take to travel from Hawthorne to Griffith Observatory by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Hawthorne in Los Angeles and Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park by subway and bus is about 2 hr 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Hawthorne to get to Griffith Observatory?

    Get on the K LINE subway from the Redondo Beach Station near Hawthorne in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Hawthorne and Griffith Observatory?

    Get off the subway at the Expo / Crenshaw - K Line stop, which is closest to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

  • How much is the subway fare from Hawthorne to Griffith Observatory?

    The ride from Hawthorne to Griffith Observatory costs $1.75.

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