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

The cheapest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Brea is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Brea is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $5 - $9.

How far is it from Griffith Observatory to Brea?

The distance between Griffith Observatory and Brea is 39 miles. The road distance is 31.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Griffith Observatory to Brea without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 13m and costs $11 - $17.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Griffith Observatory to Brea, including transfers.

Can I drive from Griffith Observatory to Brea?

Yes, the driving distance between Griffith Observatory to Brea is 31 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Griffith Observatory to Brea.

Where can I stay near Brea?

There are 901+ hotels available in Brea.

Griffith Observatory to Brea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and subway

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Griffith Observatory to Vermont Ave & Sunset BlvdObservatory/Los Feliz
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Fullerton91-PV Line / ...
3h 13m
$11–17
Drive 30.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Griffith Observatory to Brea30.9 mi
46 min
$6–9
Bus, subway, train, line 143 bus
1. Take the bus from Griffith Observatory to Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvd
2. Take the subway from Vermont / Sunset Station to Union Station - Metro B & D Lines
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Fullerton Amtrak Station
4. Take the bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 4 to Brea-Imperial143
3h 18m
$18–23
Bus, subway, line 143 bus
1. Take the bus from Griffith Observatory to Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvd
2. Take the subway from Vermont / Sunset Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines
3. Take the bus from 7th St & Hope St to Alameda St & Los Angeles StB
4. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Fullerton Amtrak Station
5. Take the bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 4 to Brea-Imperial143
3h 37m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Griffith Observatory to Brea30.9 mi
46 min
$140–170

Griffith Observatory to Brea by foot, bus, subway, and train

112Weekly Services

3h 13mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 38.5 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

There is no direct connection from Griffith Observatory to Brea. However, you can walk to Griffith Observatory, take the bus to Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvd, walk to Vermont / Sunset Station, take the subway to Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, walk to L.A. Union Station, take the train to Fullerton, walk to Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 4, then take the line 143 bus to Brea-Imperial. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Griffith Observatory to Brea-Imperial via Griffith Observatory, Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvd, Vermont / Sunset Station, Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, Los Angeles, Fullerton Amtrak Station, and Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 4 in around 3h 18m.

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