How to get from East Los Angeles to Pasadena by bus?

From East Los Angeles to Pasadena by bus

To get from East Los Angeles to Pasadena in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 66 bus from Olympic / Hendricks station to Olympic / Atlantic station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 260/261 bus and finally take the 187 bus from Green St and Raymond Ave E station to Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min. The bus schedule from East Los Angeles may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Pasadena on the Moovit app.

98min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 6666
Bus - 260/261260/261
Bus - 187187
Walk to Pasadena
Leaves from Olympic / Hendricks

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Olympic / Hendricks
    ID 10150
    500 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6666
    Wait for bus
    66
    Wilshire / Western Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Olympic / Atlantic
    ID 10139
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Atlantic / Olympic
    ID 4688
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 260/261260/261
    Wait for bus
    260/261
    Pasadena Fair Oaks / Walnut via Atlantic
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fair Oaks / Dayton
    ID 4958
    52 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Green St and Raymond Ave E
    ID 15
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - 187187
    Wait for bus
    187
    East: Azusa
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
    ID 125460
    21 min
  • 10
    Walk to Pasadena
    Walk to
    Pasadena
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from East Los Angeles to Pasadena by bus via 10 and 487/489

To get from East Los Angeles to Pasadena in Los Angeles, take the 10 bus from Whittier / Findlay station to Cal State LA Transit Center station. Next, take the 487/489 bus from Cal State LA Eastbound station to Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min. The ride fare is $1.60. The bus schedule from East Los Angeles may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Pasadena on the Moovit app.

98min$1.60
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1010
Bus - 487/489487/489
Leaves from Whittier / Findlay

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Whittier / Findlay
    0.58 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1010
    Wait for bus
    10
    10 Whittier Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cal State LA Transit Center
    ID 708
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cal State LA Eastbound
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 487/489487/489
    Wait for bus
    487/489
    Sierra Madre Villa Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
    Ride to bus station
    Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
    ID 125460
    43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from East Los Angeles to Pasadena

The distance between East Los Angeles, Los Angeles and Pasadena, Los Angeles is approximately 15.97 mi, which can typically be travelled in 98 min. Moovit will show you the directions from East Los Angeles to Pasadena by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from East Los Angeles to Pasadena

To check the bus schedule from East Los Angeles to Pasadena using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (East Los Angeles) and destination (Pasadena), 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from East Los Angeles to Pasadena by bus via 10 and 487/489

To get from East Los Angeles to Pasadena in Los Angeles, take the 10 bus from Whittier / Findlay station to Cal State LA Transit Center station. Next, take the 487/489 bus from Cal State LA Eastbound station to Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min. The ride fare is $1.60. The bus schedule from East Los Angeles may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Pasadena on the Moovit app.

98min$1.60
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1010
Bus - 487/489487/489
Leaves from Whittier / Findlay

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Whittier / Findlay
    0.58 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1010
    Wait for bus
    10
    10 Whittier Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cal State LA Transit Center
    ID 708
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cal State LA Eastbound
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 487/489487/489
    Wait for bus
    487/489
    Sierra Madre Villa Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
    Ride to bus station
    Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
    ID 125460
    43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from East Los Angeles to Pasadena?

    The fastest way takes 98 minutes, using Bus line 66, Bus line 260/261, Bus line 187.

  • What is the alternative route to get from East Los Angeles to Pasadena?

    The alternative route takes 98 minutes, using Bus line 10, Bus line 487/489.

  • Is there a direct bus between East Los Angeles and Pasadena in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 38 min.

  • Which bus line goes from East Los Angeles to Pasadena in Los Angeles?

    The 66 bus line goes from Olympic / Hendricks station near East Los Angeles to Wilshire / Western Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Wilshire / Western Station station near Pasadena in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from East Los Angeles to Pasadena in Los Angeles by bus?

    The total travel time between East Los Angeles and Pasadena in Los Angeles by bus is about 1 hr 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near East Los Angeles to get to Pasadena in Los Angeles?

    Get on the 66 bus from the Olympic / Hendricks stop near East Los Angeles in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the bus at the Wilshire / Western Station stop, which is closest to Pasadena in Los Angeles.

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