How to get from Downtown to Thousand Oaks by bus and train?

From Downtown to Thousand Oaks by bus and train

To get from Downtown to Thousand Oaks in Los Angeles, take the VC LINE train from Union Station station to Moorpark Metrolink Station ♿ station. Next, take the 70 bus from Moorpark Station WB station to Newbury Rd North of Michael Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 48 min. The bus and train schedule from Downtown may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Thousand Oaks on the Moovit app.

168min
Walk to train stationTrain - VC LINE
VC LINE
Bus - 7070
Walk to Thousand Oaks
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    340 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - VC LINE
    Wait for train
    VC LINE
    #107| Moorpark
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Moorpark Metrolink Station ♿
    74 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Moorpark Station WB
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Southbound
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Newbury Rd North of Michael Dr
    42 min
  • 7
    Walk to Thousand Oaks
    Walk to
    Thousand Oaks
    850 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Downtown to Thousand Oaks by bus

To get from Downtown to Thousand Oaks in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the CE422 bus from Broadway & Temple St (Northbound) station to Ventura / Topanga Canyon station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 161 bus and finally take the 70 bus from Thousand Oaks Transit Center station to Newbury Rd North of Michael Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 1 min. The bus and train schedule from Downtown may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Thousand Oaks on the Moovit app.

181min
Walk to bus station
Bus - CE422CE422
Bus - 161161
Bus - 7070
Walk to Thousand Oaks
Leaves from Broadway & Temple St (Northbound)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Broadway & Temple St (Northbound)
    ID 8009
    840 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Bus - CE422CE422
    Wait for bus
    CE422
    Woodland Hills
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ventura / Topanga Canyon
    51 min
  • 4
    Bus - 161161
    Wait for bus
    161
    Thousand Oaks Transportation Center
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Thousand Oaks Transit Center
    67 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Thousand Oaks Transit Center
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Southbound
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Newbury Rd North of Michael Dr
    17 min
  • 9
    Walk to Thousand Oaks
    Walk to
    Thousand Oaks
    850 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Downtown to Thousand Oaks

The distance between Downtown, Los Angeles and Thousand Oaks, Los Angeles is approximately 64.25 mi, which can typically be travelled in 168 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Downtown to Thousand Oaks by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Downtown to Thousand Oaks

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

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From Downtown to Thousand Oaks by bus

To get from Downtown to Thousand Oaks in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the CE422 bus from Broadway & Temple St (Northbound) station to Ventura / Topanga Canyon station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 161 bus and finally take the 70 bus from Thousand Oaks Transit Center station to Newbury Rd North of Michael Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 1 min. The bus and train schedule from Downtown may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Thousand Oaks on the Moovit app.

181min
Walk to bus station
Bus - CE422CE422
Bus - 161161
Bus - 7070
Walk to Thousand Oaks
Leaves from Broadway & Temple St (Northbound)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Broadway & Temple St (Northbound)
    ID 8009
    840 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Bus - CE422CE422
    Wait for bus
    CE422
    Woodland Hills
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ventura / Topanga Canyon
    51 min
  • 4
    Bus - 161161
    Wait for bus
    161
    Thousand Oaks Transportation Center
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Thousand Oaks Transit Center
    67 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Thousand Oaks Transit Center
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Southbound
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Newbury Rd North of Michael Dr
    17 min
  • 9
    Walk to Thousand Oaks
    Walk to
    Thousand Oaks
    850 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Downtown to Thousand Oaks?

    The fastest way takes 168 minutes, using Train line VC LINE, Bus line 70.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Downtown to Thousand Oaks?

    The alternative route takes 181 minutes, using Bus line CE422, Bus line 161, Bus line 70.

  • Is there a direct train between Downtown and Thousand Oaks in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 48 min.

  • Which train line goes from Downtown to Thousand Oaks in Los Angeles?

    The VC LINE train line goes from Union Station station near Downtown to #107| Moorpark station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till #107| Moorpark station near Thousand Oaks in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Downtown to Thousand Oaks in Los Angeles by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Downtown and Thousand Oaks in Los Angeles by train and bus is about 2 hr 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Downtown to get to Thousand Oaks in Los Angeles?

    Get on the VC LINE train from the Union Station station near Downtown in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Downtown and Thousand Oaks in Los Angeles?

    Get off the train at the #107| Moorpark stop, which is closest to Thousand Oaks in Los Angeles.

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