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

From Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway

To get from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, take the E LINE subway from 17th St / SMC station to Expo / Western station. Next, take the 207 bus from Western / Exposition station to Western / Franklin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 57 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus and subway schedule from Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

117min$1.75
Walk to subway station
Subway - E LINE
Bus - 207207
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
    Expo / Western
    ID 80127S
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western / Exposition
    ID 140932
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 207207
    Wait for bus
    207
    Hollywood - Western - Franklin
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western / Franklin
    ID 16546
    48 min
  • 7
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    West Observatory Road
    1.38 mi • 29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway via E LINE and 217

To get from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, take the E LINE subway from 17th St / SMC station to La Cienega / Jefferson station. Next, take the 217 bus from La Cienega / Jefferson station to Los Feliz / Vermont station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 120 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus and subway schedule from Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

120min$1.75
Walk to subway station
Subway - E LINE
Bus - 217217
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
    La Cienega / Jefferson
    ID 80131S
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    La Cienega / Jefferson
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 217217
    Wait for bus
    217
    Eagle Rock Plaza
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Los Feliz / Vermont
    64 min
  • 7
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    West Observatory Road
    1.35 mi • 28 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 19.31 mi, which can typically be travelled in 117 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory

To check the bus and 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 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway via E LINE and 217

To get from Santa Monica to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, take the E LINE subway from 17th St / SMC station to La Cienega / Jefferson station. Next, take the 217 bus from La Cienega / Jefferson station to Los Feliz / Vermont station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 120 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus and subway schedule from Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

120min$1.75
Walk to subway station
Subway - E LINE
Bus - 217217
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
    La Cienega / Jefferson
    ID 80131S
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    La Cienega / Jefferson
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 217217
    Wait for bus
    217
    Eagle Rock Plaza
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Los Feliz / Vermont
    64 min
  • 7
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    West Observatory Road
    1.35 mi • 28 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 117 minutes, using Subway line E LINE, Bus line 207.

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

    The alternative route takes 120 minutes, using Subway line E LINE, Bus line 217.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 57 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 Atlantic Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Atlantic Station station near Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

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

    The total travel time between Santa Monica in Los Angeles and Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park by subway and bus is about 1 hr 57 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 Atlantic Station stop, 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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