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

Rosemead to Griffith Observatory - Bus Schedule

The 487/489 bus from Rosemead to Griffith Observatory runs from 6:13 AM to 8:40 AM, with departures every 30 min-1 hr 30 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 34 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Rosemead to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway

To get from Rosemead to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the 487/489 bus from Rosemead / Valley station to 1st St + Hill St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the B LINE subway and finally take the DASH bus from Vermont / Sunset station to West Observatory Rd & Mt. Hollywood Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 34 min. The ride fare is $2.10. The bus and subway schedule from Rosemead may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

94min$2.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - 487/489487/489
Subway - B LINE
Bus - DASHDASH
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from Rosemead / Valley

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rosemead / Valley
    ID 4617
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 487/489487/489
    Wait for bus
    487/489
    Downtown La - 5th - Flower
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1st St + Hill St
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Civic Center / Grand Park Station
    ID 80213S
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Subway - B LINE
    Wait for subway
    B LINE
    North Hollywood Station
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Vermont / Sunset Station
    ID 80206S
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vermont / Sunset
    ID 3976
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - DASHDASH
    Wait for bus
    DASH
    Northbound
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    West Observatory Rd & Mt. Hollywood Dr
    ID 2030
    13 min
  • 10
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rosemead to Griffith Observatory

The distance between Rosemead, Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory, Griffith Park is approximately 19.21 mi, which can typically be travelled in 94 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rosemead 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 Rosemead to Griffith Observatory

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

    The fastest way takes 94 minutes, using Bus line 487/489, Subway line B LINE, Bus line DASH.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 34 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Rosemead to Griffith Observatory?

    The 487/489 bus line goes from Rosemead / Valley station near Rosemead in Los Angeles to 1st St + Hill St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line till 1st St + Hill St station near Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

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

    The total travel time between Rosemead in Los Angeles and Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park by bus and subway is about 1 hr 34 min.

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

    Get on the 487/489 bus from the Rosemead / Valley stop near Rosemead in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the bus at the 1st St + Hill St stop, which is closest to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

  • How much is the total bus and subway fare from Rosemead to Griffith Observatory?

    The ride from Rosemead to Griffith Observatory costs $2.10.

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