How to get from Alhambra to Union Station by bus?

From Alhambra to Union Station by bus

Take one direct bus from Alhambra to Union Station in Downtown: take the 78 bus from Main / Garfield station to Cesar E Chavez / Vignes station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 40 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from Alhambra may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Union Station on the Moovit app.

40min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7878
Walk to Union Station
Leaves from Main / Garfield

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Main / Garfield
    ID 10091
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Downtown LA - Grand - Venice
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cesar E Chavez / Vignes
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to Union Station
    Walk to
    Union Station
    290 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Alhambra to Union Station by bus via GREEN, 76 and 487/489

To get from Alhambra to Union Station in Downtown, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the GREEN bus from Main St & Garfield Ave station to Valley Blvd & Vega St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 76 bus and finally take the 487/489 bus from Valley / Walnut station to Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus schedule from Alhambra may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Union Station on the Moovit app.

38min$2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - GREENGREEN
Bus - 7676
Bus - 487/489487/489
Walk to Union Station
Leaves from Main St & Garfield Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Main St & Garfield Ave
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - GREENGREEN
    Wait for bus
    GREEN
    Clockwise Loop
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Valley Blvd & Vega St
    ID 10235
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Valley / Vega
    ID 1675
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7676
    Wait for bus
    76
    El Monte Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Valley / Walnut
    ID 1679
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Valley / Walnut
    ID 10238
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 487/489487/489
    Wait for bus
    487/489
    Downtown LA - 5th - Flower
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza
    ID 3301
    17 min
  • 10
    Walk to Union Station
    Walk to
    Union Station
    290 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Alhambra to Union Station

The distance between Alhambra, Downtown and Union Station, Downtown is approximately 7.65 mi, which can typically be travelled in 40 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Alhambra to Union Station by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Downtown – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Alhambra to Union Station

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Alhambra to Union Station by bus via GREEN, 76 and 487/489

To get from Alhambra to Union Station in Downtown, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the GREEN bus from Main St & Garfield Ave station to Valley Blvd & Vega St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 76 bus and finally take the 487/489 bus from Valley / Walnut station to Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus schedule from Alhambra may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Union Station on the Moovit app.

38min$2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - GREENGREEN
Bus - 7676
Bus - 487/489487/489
Walk to Union Station
Leaves from Main St & Garfield Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Main St & Garfield Ave
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - GREENGREEN
    Wait for bus
    GREEN
    Clockwise Loop
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Valley Blvd & Vega St
    ID 10235
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Valley / Vega
    ID 1675
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7676
    Wait for bus
    76
    El Monte Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Valley / Walnut
    ID 1679
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Valley / Walnut
    ID 10238
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 487/489487/489
    Wait for bus
    487/489
    Downtown LA - 5th - Flower
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza
    ID 3301
    17 min
  • 10
    Walk to Union Station
    Walk to
    Union Station
    290 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 40 minutes, using Bus line 78.

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

    The alternative route takes 38 minutes, using Bus line GREEN, Bus line 76, Bus line 487/489.

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

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Alhambra in Los Angeles to Union Station in Downtown in 40 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Alhambra to Union Station?

    The 78 bus line goes from Main / Garfield station near Alhambra in Los Angeles to Downtown LA - Grand - Venice station near Union Station in Downtown.

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

    The total travel time between Alhambra in Los Angeles and Union Station in Downtown by bus is about 40 min.

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

    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 Union Station?

    Get off the bus at the Downtown LA - Grand - Venice stop, which is closest to Union Station in Downtown.

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

    The first bus from Alhambra in Los Angeles to Union Station in Downtown is Downtown LA-Arcadia. It leaves the Main / Garfield stop at 1:05 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Alhambra to Union Station?

    The ride from Alhambra to Union Station costs $1.75.

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