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How to get from Union Station to Ucla by bus?

From Union Station to Ucla by bus

Take one direct bus from Union Station to Ucla in Westwood: take the FLIXBUS N2030 bus from Gateway Plaza & Union Station station to Gayley / Strathmore station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The bus schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ucla on the Moovit app.

51min
Walk to bus station
Bus - FLIXBUS N2030FLIXBUS N2030
Walk to Ucla
Leaves from Gateway Plaza & Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gateway Plaza & Union Station
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - FLIXBUS N2030FLIXBUS N2030
    Wait for bus
    FLIXBUS N2030
    Los Angeles (Ucla)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gayley / Strathmore
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to Ucla
    Walk to
    Ucla
    Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles
    500 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Union Station to Ucla by bus via CE534 and R12

To get from Union Station to Ucla in Westwood, take the CE534 bus from Gateway Plaza & Union Station station to Wilshire Blvd & Glendon Ave (Westbound) station. Next, take the R12 bus from Westwood Blvd & Wilshire Blvd station to Westwood Plaza & Strathmore (Gateway Plaza) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The ride fare is $3.60. The bus schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ucla on the Moovit app.

71min$3.60
Walk to bus station
Bus - CE534CE534
Bus - R12R12
Walk to Ucla
Leaves from Gateway Plaza & Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gateway Plaza & Union Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - CE534CE534
    Wait for bus
    CE534
    Westbound
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wilshire Blvd & Glendon Ave (Westbound)
    60 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westwood Blvd & Wilshire Blvd
    ID 2156
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - R12R12
    Wait for bus
    R12
    UCLA
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westwood Plaza & Strathmore (Gateway Plaza)
    ID 2605
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ucla
    Walk to
    Ucla
    Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Union Station to Ucla

The distance between Union Station, Westwood and Ucla, Westwood is approximately 16.31 mi, which can typically be travelled in 51 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Station to Ucla by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Westwood – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Union Station to Ucla

To check the bus schedule from Union Station to Ucla using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Union Station) and destination (Ucla), 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.

Alternative route from Union Station to Ucla by bus via CE534 and R12

To get from Union Station to Ucla in Westwood, take the CE534 bus from Gateway Plaza & Union Station station to Wilshire Blvd & Glendon Ave (Westbound) station. Next, take the R12 bus from Westwood Blvd & Wilshire Blvd station to Westwood Plaza & Strathmore (Gateway Plaza) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The ride fare is $3.60. The bus schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ucla on the Moovit app.

71min$3.60
Walk to bus station
Bus - CE534CE534
Bus - R12R12
Walk to Ucla
Leaves from Gateway Plaza & Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gateway Plaza & Union Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - CE534CE534
    Wait for bus
    CE534
    Westbound
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wilshire Blvd & Glendon Ave (Westbound)
    60 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westwood Blvd & Wilshire Blvd
    ID 2156
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - R12R12
    Wait for bus
    R12
    UCLA
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westwood Plaza & Strathmore (Gateway Plaza)
    ID 2605
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ucla
    Walk to
    Ucla
    Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Union Station to Ucla?

    The fastest way takes 51 minutes, using Bus line FLIXBUS N2030.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Union Station to Ucla?

    The alternative route takes 71 minutes, using Bus line CE534, Bus line R12.

  • Is there a direct bus between Union Station and Ucla?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Union Station in Downtown to Ucla in Westwood in 51 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Union Station to Ucla?

    The FLIXBUS N2030 bus line goes from Gateway Plaza & Union Station station near Union Station in Downtown to Los Angeles (Ucla) station near Ucla in Westwood.

  • How long does it take to travel from Union Station to Ucla by bus?

    The total travel time between Union Station in Downtown and Ucla in Westwood by bus is about 51 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Union Station to get to Ucla?

    Get on the FLIXBUS N2030 bus from the Gateway Plaza & Union Station stop near Union Station in Downtown.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Union Station and Ucla?

    Get off the bus at the Los Angeles (Ucla) stop, which is closest to Ucla in Westwood.

  • When is the first bus from Union Station to Ucla?

    The first bus from Union Station in Downtown to Ucla in Westwood is Los Angeles - Las Vegas (Nightline). It leaves the Gateway Plaza & Union Station stop at 1:20 AM.