How to get from Rowland Heights to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway?

Rowland Heights to Griffith Observatory - Bus Schedule

The 493 bus from Rowland Heights to Griffith Observatory runs from 4:44 AM to 8:20 AM, with departures every 15-20 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 54 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Rowland Heights to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway

To get from Rowland Heights to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the 493 bus from Colima Rd and Greencastle Ave W 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 54 min. The bus and subway schedule from Rowland Heights may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

114min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 493493
Subway - B LINE
Bus - DASHDASH
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from Colima Rd and Greencastle Ave W

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Colima Rd and Greencastle Ave W
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 493493
    Wait for bus
    493
    West: Downtown Los Angeles
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1st St + Hill St
    62 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Civic Center / Grand Park Station
    ID 80213S
    200 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 Rowland Heights to Griffith Observatory

The distance between Rowland Heights, Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory, Griffith Park is approximately 35.5 mi, which can typically be travelled in 114 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rowland Heights 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 Rowland Heights to Griffith Observatory

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

    The fastest way takes 114 minutes, using Bus line 493, Subway line B LINE, Bus line DASH.

  • Is there a direct bus between Rowland Heights 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 54 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Rowland Heights to Griffith Observatory?

    The 493 bus line goes from Colima Rd and Greencastle Ave W station near Rowland Heights 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 Rowland Heights to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between Rowland Heights in Los Angeles and Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park by bus and subway is about 1 hr 54 min.

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

    Get on the 493 bus from the Colima Rd and Greencastle Ave W stop near Rowland Heights in Los Angeles.

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

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

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