How to get from Union Station to Griffith Observatory by subway?

From Union Station to Griffith Observatory by subway

Take one direct subway from Union Station to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park: take the B LINE subway from Union Station station to Hollywood / Western Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

53min$1.75
Subway - B LINE
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Union Station
  • 2
    Subway - B LINE
    Wait for subway
    B LINE
    North Hollywood Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Hollywood / Western Station
    ID 80205S
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    West Observatory Road
    1.64 mi • 34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Union Station to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway

To get from Union Station to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, take the D LINE subway from Union Station station to Wilshire / Western Station station. Next, take the 207 bus from Western / Wilshire station to Western / Franklin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

77min$1.75
Subway - D LINE
Bus - 207207
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Union Station
  • 2
    Subway - D LINE
    Wait for subway
    D LINE
    Wilshire / Western Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Wilshire / Western Station
    ID 80216S
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western / Wilshire
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 207207
    Wait for bus
    207
    Hollywood - Western - Franklin
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western / Franklin
    ID 16546
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    West Observatory Road
    1.38 mi • 29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Union Station to Griffith Observatory

The distance between Union Station, Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory, Griffith Park is approximately 9.18 mi, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Station to Griffith Observatory by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Griffith Park – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Union Station to Griffith Observatory

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

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From Union Station to Griffith Observatory by bus and subway

To get from Union Station to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, take the D LINE subway from Union Station station to Wilshire / Western Station station. Next, take the 207 bus from Western / Wilshire station to Western / Franklin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Griffith Observatory on the Moovit app.

77min$1.75
Subway - D LINE
Bus - 207207
Walk to Griffith Observatory
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Union Station
  • 2
    Subway - D LINE
    Wait for subway
    D LINE
    Wilshire / Western Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Wilshire / Western Station
    ID 80216S
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western / Wilshire
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 207207
    Wait for bus
    207
    Hollywood - Western - Franklin
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western / Franklin
    ID 16546
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to Griffith Observatory
    Walk to
    Griffith Observatory
    West Observatory Road
    1.38 mi • 29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Subway line B LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Union Station to Griffith Observatory?

    The alternative route takes 77 minutes, using Subway line D LINE, Bus line 207.

  • Is there a direct subway between Union Station and Griffith Observatory?

    Yes, there’s a direct subway going from Union Station in Downtown to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park in 53 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Union Station to Griffith Observatory?

    The B LINE subway line goes from North Hollywood Station station near Union Station in Downtown to Hollywood / Western Station station near Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

  • How long does it take to travel from Union Station to Griffith Observatory by subway?

    The total travel time between Union Station in Downtown and Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park by subway is about 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Union Station to get to Griffith Observatory?

    Get on the B LINE subway from the North Hollywood Station station near Union Station in Downtown.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Union Station and Griffith Observatory?

    Get off the subway at the Hollywood / Western Station station, which is closest to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park.

  • When is the last bus from Union Station to Griffith Observatory?

    The last bus from Union Station in Downtown to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park is the Downtown LA - Santa Monica line. It leaves the Cesar E Chavez / Broadway stop at 7:49 PM.

  • When is the last subway from Union Station to Griffith Observatory?

    The last subway from Union Station in Downtown to Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park is the Union Station - North Hollywood line. It leaves the Union Station station at 5:01 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Union Station to Griffith Observatory?

    The ride from Union Station to Griffith Observatory costs $1.75.

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