How to get from South El Monte to Watts, La by bus?

From South El Monte to Watts, La by bus

To get from South El Monte to Watts, La in Los Angeles, take the 266 bus from Rosemead / Garvey station to Lakewood Blvd Station station. Next, take the 117 bus from Lakewood Blvd Station station to Grape / 103rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min. The ride fare is $0.00. The bus schedule from South El Monte may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Watts, La on the Moovit app.

98min$0.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 266266
Bus - 117117
Walk to Watts, La
Leaves from Rosemead / Garvey

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rosemead / Garvey
    ID 4606
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 266266
    Wait for bus
    266
    Lakewood Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lakewood Blvd Station
    ID 11294
    43 min
  • 4
    Bus - 117117
    Wait for bus
    117
    LAX / Metro Transit Center
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grape / 103rd
    ID 25400115
    40 min
  • 6
    Walk to Watts, La
    Walk to
    Watts, La
    620 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From South El Monte to Watts, La by and bus

To get from South El Monte to Watts, La in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines: take the 266 bus from Rosemead / Garvey station to Lakewood Blvd Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the and finally take the DASH bus from Wilmington & 120th (Eastbound) station to 103rd St & Gorman Ave (Westbound) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 42 min. The ride fare is $0.00. The bus schedule from South El Monte may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Watts, La on the Moovit app.

102min$0.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 266266
C LINEDASH
Bus - DASHDASH
Leaves from Rosemead / Garvey

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rosemead / Garvey
    ID 4606
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 266266
    Wait for bus
    266
    Lakewood Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lakewood Blvd Station
    ID 11294
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to
    Walk to
    Lakewood Blvd Station
    ID 80313S
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    C LINEDASH
    Wait for
    C LINE
    Aviation / Century Sta.
  • 6
    Ride to
    Ride to
    Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station
    ID 80112S
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wilmington & 120th (Eastbound)
    ID 5415
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 8
    Bus - DASHDASH
    Wait for bus
    DASH
    Counterclockwise
  • 9
    Ride to bus station 103rd St & Gorman Ave (Westbound)
    Ride to bus station
    103rd St & Gorman Ave (Westbound)
    ID 5366
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South El Monte to Watts, La

The distance between South El Monte, Los Angeles and Watts, La, Los Angeles is approximately 20 mi, which can typically be travelled in 98 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South El Monte to Watts, La by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from South El Monte to Watts, La

To check the bus schedule from South El Monte to Watts, La using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (South El Monte) and destination (Watts, La), 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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From South El Monte to Watts, La by and bus

To get from South El Monte to Watts, La in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines: take the 266 bus from Rosemead / Garvey station to Lakewood Blvd Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the and finally take the DASH bus from Wilmington & 120th (Eastbound) station to 103rd St & Gorman Ave (Westbound) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 42 min. The ride fare is $0.00. The bus schedule from South El Monte may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Watts, La on the Moovit app.

102min$0.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 266266
C LINEDASH
Bus - DASHDASH
Leaves from Rosemead / Garvey

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rosemead / Garvey
    ID 4606
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 266266
    Wait for bus
    266
    Lakewood Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lakewood Blvd Station
    ID 11294
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to
    Walk to
    Lakewood Blvd Station
    ID 80313S
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    C LINEDASH
    Wait for
    C LINE
    Aviation / Century Sta.
  • 6
    Ride to
    Ride to
    Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station
    ID 80112S
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wilmington & 120th (Eastbound)
    ID 5415
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 8
    Bus - DASHDASH
    Wait for bus
    DASH
    Counterclockwise
  • 9
    Ride to bus station 103rd St & Gorman Ave (Westbound)
    Ride to bus station
    103rd St & Gorman Ave (Westbound)
    ID 5366
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South El Monte to Watts, La?

    The fastest way takes 98 minutes, using Bus line 266, Bus line 117.

  • What is the alternative route to get from South El Monte to Watts, La?

    The alternative route takes 102 minutes, using Bus line 266, , Bus line DASH.

  • Is there a direct bus between South El Monte and Watts, La in Los Angeles?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 38 min.

  • Which bus line goes from South El Monte to Watts, La in Los Angeles?

    The 266 bus line goes from Rosemead / Garvey station near South El Monte to Lakewood Center station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Lakewood Center station near Watts, La in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from South El Monte to Watts, La in Los Angeles by bus?

    The total travel time between South El Monte and Watts, La in Los Angeles by bus is about 1 hr 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near South El Monte to get to Watts, La in Los Angeles?

    Get on the 266 bus from the Rosemead / Garvey stop near South El Monte in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between South El Monte and Watts, La in Los Angeles?

    Get off the bus at the Lakewood Center stop, which is closest to Watts, La in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the bus fare from South El Monte to Watts, La?

    The ride from South El Monte to Watts, La costs $0.00.

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