How to get from San Dimas to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway?

San Dimas to Griffith Observatory - Bus Schedule

The 188 bus from San Dimas to Griffith Observatory runs from 4:27 AM to 10:59 PM, with departures every 15-30 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 19 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From San Dimas to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway

To get from San Dimas to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the 188 bus from Foothill Blvd and San Dimas Ave W station to Route 66 and Glendora Ave W station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the A LINE subway and finally take the 180 bus from Colorado / Arroyo Pkwy station to Los Feliz / Hillhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 19 min. The bus and subway schedule from San Dimas may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

139min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 188188
Subway - A LINE
Bus - 180180
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from Foothill Blvd and San Dimas Ave W

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Foothill Blvd and San Dimas Ave W
    ID 1297
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 188188
    Wait for bus
    188
    West: Azusa
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Route 66 and Glendora Ave W
    ID 2273
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Glendora Station
    ID 801100
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Subway - A LINE
    Wait for subway
    A LINE
    Downtown Long Beach Station
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Memorial Park Station
    ID 80418S
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Colorado / Arroyo Pkwy
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - 180180
    Wait for bus
    180
    Hollywood - Vine Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Los Feliz / Hillhurst
    ID 11538
    51 min
  • 10
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    1.46 mi • 30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from San Dimas to Griffith Observatory

The distance between San Dimas, Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory, Griffith Park is approximately 32.26 mi, which can typically be travelled in 139 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Dimas 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 San Dimas to Griffith Observatory

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

    The fastest way takes 139 minutes, using Bus line 188, Subway line A LINE, Bus line 180.

  • Is there a direct bus between San Dimas and Griffith Observatory?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 19 min.

  • Which bus line goes from San Dimas to Griffith Observatory?

    The 188 bus line goes from Foothill Blvd and San Dimas Ave W station near San Dimas in Los Angeles to Route 66 and Glendora Ave W station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line till Route 66 and Glendora Ave W station near Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

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

    The total travel time between San Dimas in Los Angeles and Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park by bus and subway is about 2 hr 19 min.

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

    Get on the 188 bus from the Foothill Blvd and San Dimas Ave W stop near San Dimas in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the bus at the Route 66 and Glendora Ave W stop, which is closest to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

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