What is the cheapest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Alhambra?

The cheapest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Alhambra is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Alhambra?

The fastest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Alhambra is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $55 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Griffith Observatory and Alhambra?

No, there is no direct bus from Griffith Observatory to Alhambra. However, there are services departing from Los Feliz / Vermont and arriving at Atlantic / Alhambra via Fair Oaks / Colorado. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Griffith Observatory to Alhambra?

The distance between Griffith Observatory and Alhambra is 17 miles. The road distance is 12.6 miles.

How do I travel from Griffith Observatory to Alhambra without a car?

The best way to get from Griffith Observatory to Alhambra without a car is to bus and subway and tram which takes 1h 26m and costs $5 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Griffith Observatory to Alhambra?

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Griffith Observatory to Alhambra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Griffith Observatory to Alhambra bus from?

Griffith Observatory to Alhambra bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Los Feliz / Vermont station.

Where does the Griffith Observatory to Alhambra bus arrive?

Griffith Observatory to Alhambra bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Colorado / Fair Oaks station.

Can I drive from Griffith Observatory to Alhambra?

Yes, the driving distance between Griffith Observatory to Alhambra is 13 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Griffith Observatory to Alhambra.

Where can I stay near Alhambra?

There are 2225+ hotels available in Alhambra.

Griffith Observatory to Alhambra - 5 ways to travel via bus, subway, and tram

There are 5 ways to get from Griffith Observatory to Alhambra by bus, subway, tram, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, subway, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Vermont Ave. & Commonwealth Canyon Dr. to Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvdbus
2. Take the subway from Vermont / Sunset Station to Union Station - Metro B & D Linessubway
3. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to South Pasadena Stationtram
1h 26m
$5–8
Drive 12.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Griffith Observatory to Alhambracar 12.5 mi
24 min
$3–4
Bus, subway, line 78 bus
1. Take the bus from Griffith Observatory to Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvdbus
2. Take the subway from Vermont / Sunset Station to Union Station - Metro B & D Linessubway
3. Take the bus from Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion to Main / Garfieldbus 78
1h 43m
$4–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Griffith Observatory to Alhambrataxi 12.5 mi
24 min
$55–75
Line 180 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Los Feliz / Vermont to Colorado / Fair Oaksbus 180
2. Take the bus from Fair Oaks / Colorado to Atlantic / Alhambrabus 260/261
1h 50m
$3–4

Griffith Observatory to Alhambra by foot, bus, subway, and tram

336Weekly Services

1h 26mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Griffith Observatory to Alhambra.

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Distance: 16.6 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between Griffith Observatory, CA, USA and Alhambra, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Griffith Observatory to Atlantic / Alhambra via Los Feliz / Vermont, Colorado / Fair Oaks, and Fair Oaks / Colorado in around 1h 50m.

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