How to get from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory by bus?

From Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory by bus

To get from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 1 bus from Santa Monica / 17th station to Hilgard NB & Manning Ave Ns station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 2 bus and finally take the DASH bus from Vermont / Sunset station to W. Observatory Road (Drop-Off Only) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The ride fare is $1.45. The bus schedule from Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

114min$1.45
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Bus - 22
Bus - DASHDASH
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from Santa Monica / 17th

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Monica / 17th
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    UCLA
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hilgard NB & Manning Ave Ns
    32 min
  • 4
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Expo Park / USC Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sunset / Vermont
    ID 7092
    48 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vermont / Sunset
    ID 3976
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - DASHDASH
    Wait for bus
    DASH
    Northbound
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W. Observatory Road (Drop-Off Only)
    ID 2916
    15 min
  • 9
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    West Observatory Road
    300 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory by bus via 4, DASH and DASH

To get from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 4 bus from Santa Monica EB & 20th FS station to Santa Monica / Edgemont station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the DASH bus and finally take the DASH bus from Vermont Ave & Hollywood Blvd station to W. Observatory Road (Drop-Off Only) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The ride fare is $2.45. The bus schedule from Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

114min$2.45
Walk to bus station
Bus - 44
Bus - DASHDASH
Bus - DASHDASH
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from Santa Monica EB & 20th FS

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Monica EB & 20th FS
    480 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Downtown LA - Broadway - Venice
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Santa Monica / Edgemont
    ID 6013
    69 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Monica & Edgemont Ave.
    ID 2638
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - DASHDASH
    Wait for bus
    DASH
    Counterclockwise
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vermont Ave & Hollywood Blvd
    ID 2688
    6 min
  • 7
    Bus - DASHDASH
    Wait for bus
    DASH
    Northbound
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W. Observatory Road (Drop-Off Only)
    ID 2916
    13 min
  • 9
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    West Observatory Road
    300 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory

The distance between Santa Monica, Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory, Griffith Park is approximately 17.91 mi, which can typically be travelled in 114 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Griffith Park – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory

To check the bus schedule from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Santa Monica) and destination (Griffith Observatory), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory by bus via 4, DASH and DASH

To get from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 4 bus from Santa Monica EB & 20th FS station to Santa Monica / Edgemont station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the DASH bus and finally take the DASH bus from Vermont Ave & Hollywood Blvd station to W. Observatory Road (Drop-Off Only) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The ride fare is $2.45. The bus schedule from Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

114min$2.45
Walk to bus station
Bus - 44
Bus - DASHDASH
Bus - DASHDASH
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from Santa Monica EB & 20th FS

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Monica EB & 20th FS
    480 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Downtown LA - Broadway - Venice
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Santa Monica / Edgemont
    ID 6013
    69 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Monica & Edgemont Ave.
    ID 2638
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - DASHDASH
    Wait for bus
    DASH
    Counterclockwise
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vermont Ave & Hollywood Blvd
    ID 2688
    6 min
  • 7
    Bus - DASHDASH
    Wait for bus
    DASH
    Northbound
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W. Observatory Road (Drop-Off Only)
    ID 2916
    13 min
  • 9
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    West Observatory Road
    300 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory?

    The fastest way takes 114 minutes, using Bus line 1, Bus line 2, Bus line DASH.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory?

    The alternative route takes 114 minutes, using Bus line 4, Bus line DASH, Bus line DASH.

  • Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Griffith Observatory?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 54 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory?

    The 1 bus line goes from Santa Monica / 17th station near Santa Monica in Los Angeles to UCLA station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till UCLA station near Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory by bus?

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

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

    Get on the 1 bus from the Santa Monica / 17th stop near Santa Monica in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the bus at the UCLA stop, which is closest to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

  • How much is the bus fare from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory?

    The ride from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory costs $1.45.

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