How to get from Santa Monica to Griffith Park by bus?

Santa Monica to Griffith Park - Bus Schedule

The 1 bus from Santa Monica to Griffith Park runs from 5:35 AM to 11:20 PM, with departures every 5-20 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 24 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Santa Monica to Griffith Park by bus

To get from Santa Monica to Griffith Park, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 1 bus from Santa Monica / 17th station to Westwood / Weyburn station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 2 bus 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 2 hr 24 min. The ride fare is $1.45. The bus schedule from Santa Monica may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Griffith Park on the Moovit app.

144min$1.45
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Bus - 22
Bus - DASHDASH
Walk to Griffith Park
Leaves from Santa Monica / 17th

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Santa Monica / 17th
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    UCLA
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westwood / Weyburn
    ID 16554
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Le Conte / Westwood
    ID 2939
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Expo Park / USC Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sunset / Vermont
    ID 7092
    50 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vermont / Sunset
    ID 3976
    100 yd • 2 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 Park
    Walk to
    Griffith Park
    4730 Crystal Springs Dr (Crystal Springs Drive)
    1.56 mi • 32 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Monica to Griffith Park

The distance between Santa Monica and Griffith Park is approximately 18.96 mi, which can typically be traveled in 144 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Monica to Griffith Park by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Griffith Park – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Santa Monica to Griffith Park

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Griffith Park?

    The fastest way takes 144 minutes, using Bus line 1, Bus line 2, Bus line DASH.

  • Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Griffith Park?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total traveling time is 2 hr 24 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Santa Monica to Griffith Park?

    The 1 bus line goes from Santa Monica / 17th station near Santa Monica in Los Angeles to Westwood / Weyburn station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Westwood / Weyburn station near Griffith Park.

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Monica to Griffith Park by bus?

    The total travel time between Santa Monica and Griffith Park by bus is about 2 hr 24 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Santa Monica to get to Griffith Park?

    Get on the 1 bus from the Santa Monica / 17th stop near Santa Monica in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the bus when traveling between Santa Monica and Griffith Park?

    Get off the bus at the Westwood / Weyburn stop, which is closest to Griffith Park.

  • How much is the bus fare from Santa Monica to Griffith Park?

    The ride from Santa Monica to Griffith Park costs $1.45.

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