How to get from Northridge to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway?

Northridge to Griffith Observatory - Bus Schedule

The 240 bus from Northridge to Griffith Observatory usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 10 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 1 hr 53 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Northridge to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway

To get from Northridge to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the 240 bus from Reseda / Nordhoff station to Universal / Studio City Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the B LINE subway and finally take the DASH bus from Vermont / Sunset station to West Observatory Rd & Mt. Hollywood Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 53 min. The ride fare is $2.10. The bus and subway schedule from Northridge may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

113min$2.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - 240240
Subway - B LINE
Bus - DASHDASH
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from Reseda / Nordhoff

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Reseda / Nordhoff
    ID 4460
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 240240
    Wait for bus
    240
    Universal - Studio City Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Universal / Studio City Station
    ID 30002
    75 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Universal / Studio City Station
    ID 80202S
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - B LINE
    Wait for subway
    B LINE
    Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Vermont / Sunset Station
    ID 80206S
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vermont / Sunset
    ID 3976
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - DASHDASH
    Wait for bus
    DASH
    Northbound
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    West Observatory Rd & Mt. Hollywood Dr
    ID 2030
    13 min
  • 10
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Northridge to Griffith Observatory

The distance between Northridge, Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory, Griffith Park is approximately 23.53 mi, which can typically be travelled in 113 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Northridge 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 Northridge to Griffith Observatory

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

    The fastest way takes 113 minutes, using Bus line 240, Subway line B LINE, Bus line DASH.

  • Is there a direct bus between Northridge and Griffith Observatory?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 53 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Northridge to Griffith Observatory?

    The 240 bus line goes from Reseda / Nordhoff station near Northridge in Los Angeles to Universal / Studio City Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line till Universal / Studio City Station near Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

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

    The total travel time between Northridge in Los Angeles and Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park by bus and subway is about 1 hr 53 min.

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

    Get on the 240 bus from the Reseda / Nordhoff stop near Northridge in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the bus at the Universal / Studio City Station, which is closest to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

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

    The ride from Northridge to Griffith Observatory costs $2.10.

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