How to get from Downtown to Pasadena by subway?

From Downtown to Pasadena by subway

Take one direct subway from Downtown to Pasadena in Los Angeles: take the A LINE subway from Union Station station to Sierra Madre Villa station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Downtown may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Pasadena on the Moovit app.

48min$1.75
Walk to subway station
Subway - A LINE
Walk to Pasadena
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    340 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Subway - A LINE
    Wait for subway
    A LINE
    Pomona Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Sierra Madre Villa
    ID 80421S
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to Pasadena
    Walk to
    Pasadena
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Downtown to Pasadena by bus

Take one direct bus from Downtown to Pasadena in Los Angeles: take the 487/489 bus from Aliso St and Los Angeles St E station to Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Downtown may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Pasadena on the Moovit app.

59min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 487/489487/489
Leaves from Aliso St and Los Angeles St E

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Aliso St and Los Angeles St E
    560 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 487/489487/489
    Wait for bus
    487/489
    Sierra Madre Villa Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
    Ride to bus station
    Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
    ID 125460
    52 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Downtown to Pasadena

The distance between Downtown, Los Angeles and Pasadena, Los Angeles is approximately 13.94 mi, which can typically be travelled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Downtown to Pasadena by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Downtown to Pasadena

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

Take one direct bus from Downtown to Pasadena in Los Angeles: take the 487/489 bus from Aliso St and Los Angeles St E station to Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Downtown may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Pasadena on the Moovit app.

59min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 487/489487/489
Leaves from Aliso St and Los Angeles St E

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Aliso St and Los Angeles St E
    560 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 487/489487/489
    Wait for bus
    487/489
    Sierra Madre Villa Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
    Ride to bus station
    Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
    ID 125460
    52 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 48 minutes, using Subway line A LINE.

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

    The alternative route takes 59 minutes, using Bus line 487/489.

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

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from Downtown to Pasadena in Los Angeles in 48 min.

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

    The A LINE subway line goes from Union Station station near Downtown to Pomona Station station near Pasadena in Los Angeles.

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

    The total travel time between Downtown and Pasadena in Los Angeles by subway is about 48 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the subway at the Pomona Station station, which is closest to Pasadena in Los Angeles.

  • When is the first bus from Downtown to Pasadena in Los Angeles?

    The first bus from Downtown to Pasadena in Los Angeles is Downtown LA - Sierra Madre Villa STA. It leaves the Aliso St and Los Angeles St E stop at 1:20 AM.

  • When is the first subway from Downtown to Pasadena in Los Angeles?

    The first subway from Downtown to Pasadena in Los Angeles is Pomona - Long Beach. It leaves the Union Station station at 5:12 PM.

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

    The ride from Downtown to Pasadena costs $1.75.

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