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How to get from Downtown Burbank Station to Griffith Observatory by bus and train?

From Downtown Burbank Station to Griffith Observatory by bus and train

To get from Downtown Burbank Station to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the AV LINE train from Downtown Burbank station to Glendale Metrolink station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 1 bus and finally take the 217 bus from Los Feliz / San Fernando station to Vermont / Los Feliz station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The bus and train schedule from Downtown Burbank Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

57min$2.50
Train - AV LINE
AV LINE
Bus - 11
Bus - 217217
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from Downtown Burbank

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Downtown Burbank Station
  • 2
    Train - AV LINE
    Wait for train
    AV LINE
    #204| L.A. Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glendale Metrolink
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Glendale Transportation Center
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Glendale Transportation Center (Gtc)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Central / Los Feliz
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Los Feliz / San Fernando
    ID 18026
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 217217
    Wait for bus
    217
    La Cienega / Jefferson Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vermont / Los Feliz
    ID 12450
    12 min
  • 10
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    2800 E Observatory Ave
    1.31 mi • 27 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Downtown Burbank Station to Griffith Observatory

The distance between Downtown Burbank Station, Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory, Griffith Park is approximately 9.43 mi, which can typically be travelled in 57 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Downtown Burbank Station to Griffith Observatory by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Griffith Park – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Downtown Burbank Station to Griffith Observatory

To check the bus and train schedule from Downtown Burbank Station to Griffith Observatory using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Downtown Burbank Station) and destination (Griffith Observatory), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 train schedules.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Burbank Station to Griffith Observatory?

    The fastest way takes 57 minutes, using Train line AV LINE, Bus line 1, Bus line 217.

  • Is there a direct train between Downtown Burbank Station and Griffith Observatory?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 57 min.

  • Which train line goes from Downtown Burbank Station to Griffith Observatory?

    The AV LINE train line goes from Glendale Metrolink station near Downtown Burbank Station in Burbank to Glendale Transportation Center station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Glendale Transportation Center station near Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

  • How long does it take to travel from Downtown Burbank Station to Griffith Observatory by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Downtown Burbank Station in Burbank and Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park by train and bus is about 57 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Downtown Burbank Station to get to Griffith Observatory?

    Get on the AV LINE train from the Glendale Metrolink station near Downtown Burbank Station in Burbank.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Downtown Burbank Station and Griffith Observatory?

    Get off the train at the Glendale Transportation Center stop, which is closest to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

  • How much is the train fare from Downtown Burbank Station to Griffith Observatory?

    The ride from Downtown Burbank Station to Griffith Observatory costs $2.50.