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

From Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory by subway

To get from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, take the E LINE subway from 17th St / SMC station to 7th Street / Metro Center station. Next, take the B LINE subway from 7th Street / Metro Center station to Hollywood / Western Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 39 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

99min$1.75
Walk to subway station
Subway - E LINE
Subway - B LINE
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from 17th St / SMC

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    17th St / SMC
    490 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Subway - E LINE
    Wait for subway
    E LINE
    Atlantic Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    7th Street / Metro Center
    42 min
  • 4
    Subway - B LINE
    Wait for subway
    B LINE
    North Hollywood Station
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Hollywood / Western Station
    ID 80205S
    12 min
  • 6
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    West Observatory Road
    1.64 mi • 34 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 21.98 mi, which can typically be travelled in 99 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Griffith Park – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory

To check the subway 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 subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 subway schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 99 minutes, using Subway line E LINE, Subway line B LINE.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 39 min.

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

    The E LINE subway line goes from 17th St / SMC station near Santa Monica in Los Angeles to 7th Street / Metro Center station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till 7th Street / Metro Center station near Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

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

    The total travel time between Santa Monica in Los Angeles and Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park by subway is about 1 hr 39 min.

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

    Get on the E LINE subway from the 17th St / SMC station near Santa Monica in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the subway at the 7th Street / Metro Center station, which is closest to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

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

    The ride from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory costs $1.75.

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