How to get from Soto / Whittier to Ucla by bus?

From Soto / Whittier to Ucla by bus

To get from Soto / Whittier to Ucla in Westwood, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 18 bus from Whittier / Soto station to Central / 6th station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 720 bus and finally 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 30 min. The ride fare is $2.85. The bus schedule from Soto / Whittier may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ucla on the Moovit app.

90min$2.85
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1818
Bus - 720720
Bus - R12R12
Walk to Ucla
Leaves from Whittier / Soto

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Whittier / Soto
    ID 16637
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Wilshire / Western Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Central / 6th
    ID 1213
    6 min
  • 4
    Bus - 720720
    Wait for bus
    720
    Westwood (Rapid)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westwood SB & Wilshire FS
    68 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westwood Blvd & Wilshire Blvd
    ID 2156
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - R12R12
    Wait for bus
    R12
    UCLA
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westwood Plaza & Strathmore (Gateway Plaza)
    ID 2605
    6 min
  • 9
    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 Soto / Whittier to Ucla

The distance between Soto / Whittier, Westwood and Ucla, Westwood is approximately 15.01 mi, which can typically be travelled in 90 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Soto / Whittier 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 Soto / Whittier to Ucla

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Soto / Whittier to Ucla?

    The fastest way takes 90 minutes, using Bus line 18, Bus line 720, Bus line R12.

  • Is there a direct bus between Soto / Whittier and Ucla?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 30 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Soto / Whittier to Ucla?

    The 18 bus line goes from Whittier / Soto station near Soto / Whittier in Boyle Heights to Central / 6th station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Central / 6th station near Ucla in Westwood.

  • How long does it take to travel from Soto / Whittier to Ucla by bus?

    The total travel time between Soto / Whittier in Boyle Heights and Ucla in Westwood by bus is about 1 hr 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Soto / Whittier to get to Ucla?

    Get on the 18 bus from the Whittier / Soto stop near Soto / Whittier in Boyle Heights.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Soto / Whittier and Ucla?

    Get off the bus at the Central / 6th stop, which is closest to Ucla in Westwood.

  • How much is the bus fare from Soto / Whittier to Ucla?

    The ride from Soto / Whittier to Ucla costs $2.85.

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