How to get from San Fernando Valley to Pasadena by bus and subway?

San Fernando Valley to Pasadena - Bus Schedule

The 162 bus from San Fernando Valley to Pasadena usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 15 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 2 hr 21 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From San Fernando Valley to Pasadena by bus and subway

To get from San Fernando Valley to Pasadena in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the 162 bus from Sherman Way / Balboa station to North Hollywood Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 501 bus and finally take the A LINE subway from Memorial Park Station station to Sierra Madre Villa station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 21 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus and subway schedule from San Fernando Valley may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Pasadena on the Moovit app.

141min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 162162
Bus - 501501
Subway - A LINE
Walk to Pasadena
Leaves from Sherman Way / Balboa

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sherman Way / Balboa
    ID 6191
    1.01 mi • 21 min
  • 2
    Bus - 162162
    Wait for bus
    162
    North Hollywood Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    North Hollywood Station
    ID 30001
    47 min
  • 4
    Bus - 501501
    Wait for bus
    501
    Pasadena via 134 Fwy
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Raymond / Holly
    ID 9946
    46 min
  • 6
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Memorial Park Station
    ID 80418S
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Subway - A LINE
    Wait for subway
    A LINE
    Pomona Station
  • 8
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Sierra Madre Villa
    ID 80421S
    7 min
  • 9
    Walk to Pasadena
    Walk to
    Pasadena
    210 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from San Fernando Valley to Pasadena

The distance between San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles and Pasadena, Los Angeles is approximately 32.15 mi, which can typically be travelled in 141 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Fernando Valley to Pasadena by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from San Fernando Valley to Pasadena

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

    The fastest way takes 141 minutes, using Bus line 162, Bus line 501, Subway line A LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between San Fernando Valley and Pasadena?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 21 min.

  • Which bus line goes from San Fernando Valley to Pasadena?

    The 162 bus line goes from Sherman Way / Balboa station near San Fernando Valley in Van Nuys to North Hollywood Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line till North Hollywood Station near Pasadena in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from San Fernando Valley to Pasadena by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between San Fernando Valley in Van Nuys and Pasadena in Los Angeles by bus and subway is about 2 hr 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near San Fernando Valley to get to Pasadena?

    Get on the 162 bus from the Sherman Way / Balboa stop near San Fernando Valley in Van Nuys.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between San Fernando Valley and Pasadena?

    Get off the bus at the North Hollywood Station, which is closest to Pasadena in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the total bus and subway fare from San Fernando Valley to Pasadena?

    The ride from San Fernando Valley to Pasadena costs $1.75.

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