How to get from Irvine to Griffith Observatory by bus, subway and train?

Irvine to Griffith Observatory - Bus Schedule

The 86 bus from Irvine to Griffith Observatory runs from 6:19 AM to 8:21 PM, with departures every 55 min-1 hr 5 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 49 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Irvine to Griffith Observatory by bus, subway and train

To get from Irvine to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, you’ll need to take one bus line, one train line and one subway line: take the 86 bus from Alton-Kaiser Permanente station to Irvine Station-Dock 5 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PACIFIC SURFLINER train and finally take the B LINE subway from Union Station station to Hollywood / Western Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 49 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus, subway and train schedule from Irvine may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, subway and train schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

169min$2.00
Bus - 8686
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Subway - B LINE
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from Alton-Kaiser Permanente

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Irvine
  • 2
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Mission Viejo - Murray Community Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Irvine Station-Dock 5
    ID 3701
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Irvine Station
    400 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    Los Angeles
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    65 min
  • 7
    Subway - B LINE
    Wait for subway
    B LINE
    North Hollywood Station
  • 8
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Hollywood / Western Station
    ID 80205S
    18 min
  • 9
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    2.03 mi • 41 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Irvine to Griffith Observatory

The distance between Irvine, Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory, Griffith Park is approximately 57.81 mi, which can typically be travelled in 169 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Irvine to Griffith Observatory by bus, subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Griffith Park – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus, Subway And Train schedule from Irvine to Griffith Observatory

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 169 minutes, using Bus line 86, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Subway line B LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Griffith Observatory?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line, one train line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 49 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Irvine to Griffith Observatory?

    The 86 bus line goes from Irvine Station-Dock 5 station near Irvine in Los Angeles to Irvine Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line till Irvine Station near Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

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

    The total travel time between Irvine in Los Angeles and Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park by bus, train and subway is about 2 hr 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Irvine to get to Griffith Observatory?

    Get on the 86 bus from the Irvine Station-Dock 5 stop near Irvine in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Irvine and Griffith Observatory?

    Get off the bus at the Irvine Station, which is closest to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

  • How much is the total bus, train and subway fare from Irvine to Griffith Observatory?

    The ride from Irvine to Griffith Observatory costs $2.00.

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