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

San Pedro to Griffith Observatory - Bus Schedule

The 205 bus from San Pedro to Griffith Observatory runs from 4:58 AM to 10:01 PM, with departures every 25 min-1 hr 5 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 38 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From San Pedro to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway

To get from San Pedro to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the 205 bus from Western/Park Plaza station to Harbor Gateway Transit Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO bus and finally 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 2 hr 38 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus and subway schedule from San Pedro may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

158min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 205205
Bus - EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO
Subway - B LINE
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from Western/Park Plaza

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western/Park Plaza
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 205205
    Wait for bus
    205
    Willowbrook / Rosa Parks Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harbor Gateway Transit Center
    53 min
  • 4
    Bus - EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO
    Wait for bus
    EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO
    950 - El Monte Station - Downtown La
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Figueroa / 7th
    ID 65300042
    30 min
  • 6
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    7th Street / Metro Center
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Subway - B LINE
    Wait for subway
    B LINE
    North Hollywood Station
  • 8
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Hollywood / Western Station
    ID 80205S
    12 min
  • 9
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    2.03 mi • 41 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from San Pedro to Griffith Observatory

The distance between San Pedro, Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory, Griffith Park is approximately 32.62 mi, which can typically be travelled in 158 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Pedro 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 Pedro to Griffith Observatory

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

    The fastest way takes 158 minutes, using Bus line 205, Bus line EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO, Subway line B LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between San Pedro 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 38 min.

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

    The 205 bus line goes from Western/Park Plaza station near San Pedro in Los Angeles to Harbor Gateway Transit Center station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line till Harbor Gateway Transit Center station near Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

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

    The total travel time between San Pedro in Los Angeles and Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park by bus and subway is about 2 hr 38 min.

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

    Get on the 205 bus from the Western/Park Plaza stop near San Pedro in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the bus at the Harbor Gateway Transit Center station, which is closest to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

  • How much is the total bus and subway fare from San Pedro to Griffith Observatory?

    The ride from San Pedro to Griffith Observatory costs $1.75.

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