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How to get from USC Hotel Los Angeles to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway?

From USC Hotel Los Angeles to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway

To get from USC Hotel Los Angeles to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, take the EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO bus from 37th St / USC station to Figueroa / 7th station. Next, 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 1 hr 6 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus and subway schedule from USC Hotel Los Angeles may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

66min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO
Subway - B LINE
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from 37th St / USC

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    37th St / USC
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO
    Wait for bus
    EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO
    950 - El Monte Station - Downtown La
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Figueroa / 7th
    ID 65300042
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    7th Street / Metro Center
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - B LINE
    Wait for subway
    B LINE
    North Hollywood Station
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Hollywood / Western Station
    ID 80205S
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    2800 E Observatory Ave
    1.61 mi • 33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from USC Hotel Los Angeles to Griffith Observatory

The distance between USC Hotel Los Angeles, Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory, Griffith Park is approximately 10.11 mi, which can typically be travelled in 66 min. Moovit will show you the directions from USC Hotel Los Angeles 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 USC Hotel Los Angeles to Griffith Observatory

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

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from USC Hotel Los Angeles to Griffith Observatory?

    The fastest way takes 66 minutes, using Bus line EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO, Subway line B LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between USC Hotel Los Angeles and Griffith Observatory?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 6 min.

  • Which bus line goes from USC Hotel Los Angeles to Griffith Observatory?

    The EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO bus line goes from 37th St / USC station near USC Hotel Los Angeles in University Park to Figueroa / 7th station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Figueroa / 7th station near Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

  • How long does it take to travel from USC Hotel Los Angeles to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between USC Hotel Los Angeles in University Park and Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park by bus and subway is about 1 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near USC Hotel Los Angeles to get to Griffith Observatory?

    Get on the EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO bus from the 37th St / USC stop near USC Hotel Los Angeles in University Park.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between USC Hotel Los Angeles and Griffith Observatory?

    Get off the bus at the Figueroa / 7th station, which is closest to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

  • When is the last bus from USC Hotel Los Angeles to Griffith Observatory?

    The last bus from USC Hotel Los Angeles in University Park to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park is the Westwood - Exposition Park line. It leaves the Figueroa / Exposition stop at 3:47 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from USC Hotel Los Angeles to Griffith Observatory?

    The ride from USC Hotel Los Angeles to Griffith Observatory costs $1.75.