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

Newport Beach to Griffith Observatory - Bus Schedule

The 1 bus from Newport Beach to Griffith Observatory runs from 5:54 AM to 9:17 PM, with departures every 50 min-1 hr 15 min. The trip takes about 4 hr 37 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Newport Beach to Griffith Observatory by bus, subway and train

To get from Newport Beach to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, you’ll need to take one bus line, one train line and one subway line: take the 1 bus from Newport Center-Civic Center station to El Camino Real-Avd Pico station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the OC LINE 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 4 hr 37 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus, subway and train schedule from Newport Beach may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, subway and train schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

277min$2.00
Bus - 11
Train - OC LINE
OC LINE
Subway - B LINE
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from Newport Center-Civic Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Newport Beach
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    San Clemente - Camino Real and Santa Margarita
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    El Camino Real-Avd Pico
    ID 6951
    78 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Clemente Metrolink Station
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - OC LINE
    Wait for train
    OC LINE
    #621| L.A. Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    96 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 Newport Beach to Griffith Observatory

The distance between Newport Beach, Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory, Griffith Park is approximately 96.27 mi, which can typically be travelled in 277 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Newport Beach 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 Newport Beach to Griffith Observatory

To check the bus, subway and train schedule from Newport Beach to Griffith Observatory using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Newport Beach) 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.

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 277 minutes, using Bus line 1, Train line OC LINE, Subway line B LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Newport Beach 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 4 hr 37 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Newport Beach to Griffith Observatory?

    The 1 bus line goes from El Camino Real-Avd Pico station near Newport Beach in Los Angeles to San Clemente Metrolink Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line till San Clemente Metrolink Station near Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

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

    The total travel time between Newport Beach in Los Angeles and Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park by bus, train and subway is about 4 hr 37 min.

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

    Get on the 1 bus from the El Camino Real-Avd Pico stop near Newport Beach in Los Angeles.

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

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

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

    The ride from Newport Beach to Griffith Observatory costs $2.00.