How to get from Pasadena to Universal City by subway?

From Pasadena to Universal City by subway

To get from Pasadena to Universal City in Los Angeles, take the A LINE subway from Sierra Madre Villa station to Union Station station. Next, take the B LINE subway from Union Station station to Universal / Studio City Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Pasadena may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Universal City on the Moovit app.

79min$1.75
Walk to subway station
Subway - A LINE
Subway - B LINE
Walk to Universal City
Leaves from Sierra Madre Villa

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Sierra Madre Villa
    ID 80421S
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Subway - A LINE
    Wait for subway
    A LINE
    Downtown Long Beach Station
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    30 min
  • 4
    Subway - B LINE
    Wait for subway
    B LINE
    North Hollywood Station
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Universal / Studio City Station
    ID 80202S
    27 min
  • 6
    Walk to Universal City
    Walk to
    Universal City
    340 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Pasadena to Universal City by bus and subway

To get from Pasadena to Universal City in Los Angeles, take the 487/489 bus from Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa station to 1st St + Hill St station. Next, take the B LINE subway from Civic Center / Grand Park Station station to Universal / Studio City Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 39 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Pasadena may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Universal City on the Moovit app.

99min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 487/489487/489
Subway - B LINE
Walk to Universal City
Leaves from Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
    ID 142108
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 487/489487/489
    Wait for bus
    487/489
    Downtown LA - 5th - Beaudry
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1st St + Hill St
    55 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Civic Center / Grand Park Station
    ID 80213S
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - B LINE
    Wait for subway
    B LINE
    North Hollywood Station
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Universal / Studio City Station
    ID 80202S
    24 min
  • 7
    Walk to Universal City
    Walk to
    Universal City
    340 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Pasadena to Universal City

The distance between Pasadena, Los Angeles and Universal City, Los Angeles is approximately 26.47 mi, which can typically be travelled in 79 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Pasadena to Universal City by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Pasadena to Universal City

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

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From Pasadena to Universal City by bus and subway

To get from Pasadena to Universal City in Los Angeles, take the 487/489 bus from Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa station to 1st St + Hill St station. Next, take the B LINE subway from Civic Center / Grand Park Station station to Universal / Studio City Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 39 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The subway schedule from Pasadena may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Universal City on the Moovit app.

99min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 487/489487/489
Subway - B LINE
Walk to Universal City
Leaves from Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
    ID 142108
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 487/489487/489
    Wait for bus
    487/489
    Downtown LA - 5th - Beaudry
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1st St + Hill St
    55 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Civic Center / Grand Park Station
    ID 80213S
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - B LINE
    Wait for subway
    B LINE
    North Hollywood Station
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Universal / Studio City Station
    ID 80202S
    24 min
  • 7
    Walk to Universal City
    Walk to
    Universal City
    340 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Pasadena to Universal City?

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Subway line A LINE, Subway line B LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Pasadena to Universal City?

    The alternative route takes 99 minutes, using Bus line 487/489, Subway line B LINE.

  • Is there a direct subway between Pasadena and Universal City in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 19 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Pasadena to Universal City in Los Angeles?

    The A LINE subway line goes from Sierra Madre Villa station near Pasadena to Downtown Long Beach Station station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Downtown Long Beach Station station near Universal City in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Pasadena to Universal City in Los Angeles by subway?

    The total travel time between Pasadena and Universal City in Los Angeles by subway is about 1 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Pasadena to get to Universal City in Los Angeles?

    Get on the A LINE subway from the Sierra Madre Villa station near Pasadena in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Pasadena and Universal City in Los Angeles?

    Get off the subway at the Downtown Long Beach Station station, which is closest to Universal City in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the subway fare from Pasadena to Universal City?

    The ride from Pasadena to Universal City costs $1.75.

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