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

Riverside to Griffith Observatory - Bus Schedule

The 215 bus from Riverside to Griffith Observatory runs from 5:25 AM to 9:58 PM, with departures every 15-40 min. The trip takes about 3 hr 27 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Riverside to Griffith Observatory by bus, subway and train

To get from Riverside to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, you’ll need to take one bus line, one train line and one subway line: take the 215 bus from Lemon @ University Avenue station to San Bernardino Transit Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SB 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 3 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus, subway and train schedule from Riverside may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, subway and train schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

207min$2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 215215
Train - SB LINE
SB LINE
Subway - B LINE
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from Lemon @ University Avenue

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lemon @ University Avenue
    ID 8959
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 215215
    Wait for bus
    215
    San Bernardino Tc
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    San Bernardino Transit Center
    ID 8970
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Bernardino - Downtown Metrolink Station
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SB LINE
    Wait for train
    SB LINE
    #321| L.A. Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    110 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 Riverside to Griffith Observatory

The distance between Riverside, Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory, Griffith Park is approximately 78.45 mi, which can typically be travelled in 207 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Riverside 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 Riverside to Griffith Observatory

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

    The fastest way takes 207 minutes, using Bus line 215, Train line SB LINE, Subway line B LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Riverside 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 3 hr 27 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Riverside to Griffith Observatory?

    The 215 bus line goes from Lemon @ University Avenue station near Riverside in Los Angeles to San Bernardino Transit Center station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line till San Bernardino Transit Center station near Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

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

    The total travel time between Riverside in Los Angeles and Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park by bus, train and subway is about 3 hr 27 min.

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

    Get on the 215 bus from the Lemon @ University Avenue stop near Riverside in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the bus at the San Bernardino Transit Center station, which is closest to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

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

    The ride from Riverside to Griffith Observatory costs $2.00.

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