How to get from Downtown to Griffith Park by bus and subway?

Downtown to Griffith Park - Subway Schedule

The A LINE subway from Downtown to Griffith Park usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 10-35 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 23 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Downtown to Griffith Park by bus and subway

To get from Downtown to Griffith Park in Griffith Park, take the A LINE subway from Union Station station to Lincoln Heights / Cypress Park Station station. Next, take the 296 bus from Ave 26 / Lacy station to Griffith Park / Crystal Springs station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus and subway schedule from Downtown may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Griffith Park on the Moovit app.

83min$1.75
Walk to subway station
Subway - A LINE
Bus - 296296
Walk to Griffith Park
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    430 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Subway - A LINE
    Wait for subway
    A LINE
    Pomona Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Lincoln Heights / Cypress Park Station
    ID 80411S
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ave 26 / Lacy
    ID 300
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 296296
    Wait for bus
    296
    Burbank Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Griffith Park / Crystal Springs
    ID 18110
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to Griffith Park
    Walk to
    Griffith Park
    4730 Crystal Springs Dr (Crystal Springs Drive)
    1.91 mi • 39 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Downtown to Griffith Park

The distance between Downtown and Griffith Park is approximately 10.68 mi, which can typically be travelled in 83 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Downtown to Griffith Park 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 Downtown to Griffith Park

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

    The fastest way takes 83 minutes, using Subway line A LINE, Bus line 296.

  • Is there a direct subway between Downtown and Griffith Park?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 23 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Downtown to Griffith Park?

    The A LINE subway line goes from Union Station near Downtown in Los Angeles to Lincoln Heights / Cypress Park Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Lincoln Heights / Cypress Park Station near Griffith Park.

  • How long does it take to travel from Downtown to Griffith Park by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Downtown and Griffith Park by subway and bus is about 1 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Downtown to get to Griffith Park?

    Get on the A LINE subway from the Union Station near Downtown in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Downtown and Griffith Park?

    Get off the subway at the Lincoln Heights / Cypress Park Station, which is closest to Griffith Park.

  • How much is the subway fare from Downtown to Griffith Park?

    The ride from Downtown to Griffith Park costs $1.75.

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