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How to get from 5th / Main to Ucla by bus?

From 5th / Main to Ucla by bus

To get from 5th / Main to Ucla in Westwood, take the 720 bus from 5th / Main station to Westwood SB & Wilshire FS 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 16 min. The ride fare is $2.85. The bus schedule from 5th / Main may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ucla on the Moovit app.

76min$2.85
Bus - 720720
Bus - R12R12
Walk to Ucla
Leaves from 5th / Main

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    5th / Main
  • 2
    Bus - 720720
    Wait for bus
    720
    Westwood (Rapid)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westwood SB & Wilshire FS
    63 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westwood Blvd & Wilshire Blvd
    ID 2156
    10 yd • 1 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

Alternative route from 5th / Main to Ucla by bus via 20 and R12

To get from 5th / Main to Ucla in Westwood, take the 20 bus from 5th / Main station to Westwood SB & Wilshire FS 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 31 min. The ride fare is $2.85. The bus schedule from 5th / Main may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ucla on the Moovit app.

91min$2.85
Bus - 2020
Bus - R12R12
Walk to Ucla
Leaves from 5th / Main

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    5th / Main
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Westwood
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westwood SB & Wilshire FS
    79 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westwood Blvd & Wilshire Blvd
    ID 2156
    10 yd • 1 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 5th / Main to Ucla

The distance between 5th / Main, Westwood and Ucla, Westwood is approximately 12.72 mi, which can typically be travelled in 76 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 5th / Main 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 5th / Main to Ucla

To check the bus schedule from 5th / Main to Ucla using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (5th / Main) 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 5th / Main to Ucla by bus via 20 and R12

To get from 5th / Main to Ucla in Westwood, take the 20 bus from 5th / Main station to Westwood SB & Wilshire FS 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 31 min. The ride fare is $2.85. The bus schedule from 5th / Main may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ucla on the Moovit app.

91min$2.85
Bus - 2020
Bus - R12R12
Walk to Ucla
Leaves from 5th / Main

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    5th / Main
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Westwood
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Westwood SB & Wilshire FS
    79 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westwood Blvd & Wilshire Blvd
    ID 2156
    10 yd • 1 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 5th / Main to Ucla?

    The fastest way takes 76 minutes, using Bus line 720, Bus line R12.

  • What is the alternative route to get from 5th / Main to Ucla?

    The alternative route takes 91 minutes, using Bus line 20, Bus line R12.

  • Is there a direct bus between 5th / Main and Ucla?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 16 min.

  • Which bus line goes from 5th / Main to Ucla?

    The 720 bus line goes from Westwood SB & Wilshire FS station near 5th / Main in Downtown to Westwood Blvd & Wilshire Blvd station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Westwood Blvd & Wilshire Blvd station near Ucla in Westwood.

  • How long does it take to travel from 5th / Main to Ucla by bus?

    The total travel time between 5th / Main in Downtown and Ucla in Westwood by bus is about 1 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near 5th / Main to get to Ucla?

    Get on the 720 bus from the Westwood SB & Wilshire FS stop near 5th / Main in Downtown.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 5th / Main and Ucla?

    Get off the bus at the Westwood Blvd & Wilshire Blvd stop, which is closest to Ucla in Westwood.

  • How much is the bus fare from 5th / Main to Ucla?

    The ride from 5th / Main to Ucla costs $2.85.