How to get from Sherman Oaks to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway?

Sherman Oaks to Griffith Observatory - Bus Schedule

The 240 bus from Sherman Oaks to Griffith Observatory usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 10 min-1 hr 5 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 24 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Sherman Oaks to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway

To get from Sherman Oaks to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the 240 bus from Ventura / Van Nuys station to Universal / Studio City Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the B LINE subway and finally take the 217 bus from Hollywood / Western station to Los Feliz / Hillhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 24 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus and subway schedule from Sherman Oaks may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

84min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 240240
Subway - B LINE
Bus - 217217
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from Ventura / Van Nuys

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ventura / Van Nuys
    120 yd • 2 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
    21 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
    Hollywood / Western Station
    ID 80205S
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hollywood / Western
    ID 2493
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 217217
    Wait for bus
    217
    Eagle Rock Plaza
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Los Feliz / Hillhurst
    ID 3049
    10 min
  • 10
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    1.47 mi • 30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Sherman Oaks to Griffith Observatory

The distance between Sherman Oaks, Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory, Griffith Park is approximately 13.76 mi, which can typically be travelled in 84 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Sherman Oaks 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 Sherman Oaks to Griffith Observatory

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

    The fastest way takes 84 minutes, using Bus line 240, Subway line B LINE, Bus line 217.

  • Is there a direct bus between Sherman Oaks 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 24 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Sherman Oaks to Griffith Observatory?

    The 240 bus line goes from Ventura / Van Nuys station near Sherman Oaks 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 Sherman Oaks to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between Sherman Oaks in Los Angeles and Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park by bus and subway is about 1 hr 24 min.

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

    Get on the 240 bus from the Ventura / Van Nuys stop near Sherman Oaks in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Sherman Oaks 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 Sherman Oaks to Griffith Observatory?

    The ride from Sherman Oaks to Griffith Observatory costs $1.75.

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