How to get from Alhambra to South Gate by bus?

From Alhambra to South Gate by bus

To get from Alhambra to South Gate in Los Angeles, take the 78 bus from Main / Garfield station to Mission / Daly station. Next, take the 251 bus from Marengo / Mission station to Seville / Santa Ana station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 18 min. The ride fare is $1.75.

78min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7878
Bus - 251251
Walk to South Gate
Leaves from Main / Garfield

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Main / Garfield
    ID 10091
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Downtown LA - Grand - Venice
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mission / Daly
    ID 11744
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Marengo / Mission
    ID 3167
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 251251
    Wait for bus
    251
    Huntington Park - Palm - Seville
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Seville / Santa Ana
    ID 14558
    43 min
  • 7
    Walk to South Gate
    Walk to
    South Gate
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Alhambra to South Gate by bus via 78 and 60

To get from Alhambra to South Gate in Los Angeles, take the 78 bus from Main / Garfield station to Grand / 2nd station. Next, take the 60 bus from Grand / 2nd station to Long Beach / Palm station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 37 min. The ride fare is $1.75.

97min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7878
Bus - 6060
Walk to South Gate
Leaves from Main / Garfield

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Main / Garfield
    ID 10091
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Downtown LA - Grand - Venice
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand / 2nd
    ID 2397
    44 min
  • 4
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Long Beach Blvd C Line Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Long Beach / Palm
    ID 11517
    44 min
  • 6
    Walk to South Gate
    Walk to
    South Gate
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Alhambra to South Gate

The distance between Alhambra, Los Angeles and South Gate, Los Angeles is approximately 14.16 mi, which can typically be travelled in 78 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Alhambra to South Gate by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Alhambra

Alhambra is located at Alhambra, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Main St & Garfield Ave.

Bus stations close to Alhambra:

  • Main St & Garfield Ave
  • Main / Garfield
  • Garfield/Main

Public transit stations close to South Gate, Los Angeles

South Gate is located at South Gate, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Mountain View & Santa Ana St.

Bus stations close to South Gate:

  • Mountain View & Santa Ana St
  • Santa Ana / Mountain View
  • Palm & Seville Terminal

Related Routes

Alternative route from Alhambra to South Gate by bus via 78 and 60

To get from Alhambra to South Gate in Los Angeles, take the 78 bus from Main / Garfield station to Grand / 2nd station. Next, take the 60 bus from Grand / 2nd station to Long Beach / Palm station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 37 min. The ride fare is $1.75.

97min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7878
Bus - 6060
Walk to South Gate
Leaves from Main / Garfield

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Main / Garfield
    ID 10091
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Downtown LA - Grand - Venice
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand / 2nd
    ID 2397
    44 min
  • 4
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Long Beach Blvd C Line Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Long Beach / Palm
    ID 11517
    44 min
  • 6
    Walk to South Gate
    Walk to
    South Gate
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Alhambra to South Gate?

    The fastest way takes 78 minutes, using Bus line 78, Bus line 251.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Alhambra to South Gate?

    The alternative route takes 97 minutes, using Bus line 78, Bus line 60.

  • Is there a direct bus between Alhambra and South Gate in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 18 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Alhambra to South Gate in Los Angeles?

    The 78 bus line goes from Main / Garfield station near Alhambra to Downtown LA - Grand - Venice station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Downtown LA - Grand - Venice station near South Gate in Los Angeles

  • How long does it take to travel from Alhambra to South Gate in Los Angeles by bus?

    The total travel time between Alhambra and South Gate in Los Angeles by bus is about 1 hr 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Alhambra to get to South Gate in Los Angeles?

    Get on the 78 bus from the Main / Garfield stop near Alhambra in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Alhambra and South Gate in Los Angeles?

    Get off the bus at the Downtown LA - Grand - Venice stop, which is closest to South Gate in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the bus fare from Alhambra to South Gate?

    The ride from Alhambra to South Gate costs $1.75.