How to get from Pasadena to Palmdale by subway and train?

From Pasadena to Palmdale by subway and train

To get from Pasadena to Palmdale in Los Angeles, take the A LINE subway from Sierra Madre Villa station to Union Station station. Next, take the AV LINE train from Union Station station to Palmdale Metrolink Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 50 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway and train schedule from Pasadena may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Palmdale on the Moovit app.

170min$1.75
Walk to subway station
Subway - A LINE
Train - AV LINE
AV LINE
Leaves from Sierra Madre Villa

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Sierra Madre Villa
    ID 80421S
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Subway - A LINE
    Wait for subway
    A LINE
    Downtown Long Beach Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    30 min
  • 4
    Train - AV LINE
    Wait for train
    AV LINE
    #207| Lancaster
  • 5
    Ride to train station Palmdale Metrolink Station
    Ride to train station
    Palmdale Metrolink Station
    ID 163
    122 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Pasadena to Palmdale by bus and train

To get from Pasadena to Palmdale in Los Angeles, take the 487/489 bus from Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa station to Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza station. Next, take the AV LINE train from Union Station station to Palmdale Metrolink Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 7 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway and train schedule from Pasadena may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Palmdale on the Moovit app.

187min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 487/489487/489
Train - AV LINE
AV LINE
Leaves from Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
    ID 142108
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 487/489487/489
    Wait for bus
    487/489
    Downtown LA - 5th - Flower
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza
    ID 3301
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - AV LINE
    Wait for train
    AV LINE
    #207| Lancaster
  • 6
    Ride to train station Palmdale Metrolink Station
    Ride to train station
    Palmdale Metrolink Station
    ID 163
    122 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Pasadena to Palmdale

The distance between Pasadena, Los Angeles and Palmdale, Los Angeles is approximately 82.82 mi, which can typically be travelled in 170 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Pasadena to Palmdale by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Pasadena to Palmdale

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

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From Pasadena to Palmdale by bus and train

To get from Pasadena to Palmdale in Los Angeles, take the 487/489 bus from Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa station to Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza station. Next, take the AV LINE train from Union Station station to Palmdale Metrolink Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 7 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway and train schedule from Pasadena may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Palmdale on the Moovit app.

187min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 487/489487/489
Train - AV LINE
AV LINE
Leaves from Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
    ID 142108
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 487/489487/489
    Wait for bus
    487/489
    Downtown LA - 5th - Flower
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza
    ID 3301
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - AV LINE
    Wait for train
    AV LINE
    #207| Lancaster
  • 6
    Ride to train station Palmdale Metrolink Station
    Ride to train station
    Palmdale Metrolink Station
    ID 163
    122 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Pasadena to Palmdale?

    The fastest way takes 170 minutes, using Subway line A LINE, Train line AV LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Pasadena to Palmdale?

    The alternative route takes 187 minutes, using Bus line 487/489, Train line AV LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between Pasadena and Palmdale in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 50 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Pasadena to Palmdale in Los Angeles?

    The A LINE subway line goes from Sierra Madre Villa station near Pasadena to Downtown Long Beach Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Downtown Long Beach Station station near Palmdale in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Pasadena to Palmdale in Los Angeles by subway and train?

    The total travel time between Pasadena and Palmdale in Los Angeles by subway and train is about 2 hr 50 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Pasadena to get to Palmdale in Los Angeles?

    Get on the A LINE subway from the Sierra Madre Villa station near Pasadena in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Pasadena and Palmdale in Los Angeles?

    Get off the subway at the Downtown Long Beach Station station, which is closest to Palmdale in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the subway fare from Pasadena to Palmdale?

    The ride from Pasadena to Palmdale costs $1.75.

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