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

The cheapest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Riverside is to bus which costs $6 - $14 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Griffith Observatory to Riverside is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Griffith Observatory and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Griffith Observatory to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Griffith Observatory and arriving at Magnolia + Sunnyside via Flower / 7th, Harbor Blvd at Disneyland and Galleria @ Tyler EB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Griffith Observatory and Riverside?

No, there is no direct train from Griffith Observatory station to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Vermont / Sunset Station and arriving at Riverside - Downtown via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Griffith Observatory to Riverside?

The distance between Griffith Observatory and Riverside is 71 miles. The road distance is 59.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Griffith Observatory to Riverside without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 14m and costs $19 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Griffith Observatory to Riverside, including transfers.

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

Griffith Observatory to Riverside bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Flower / 7th station.

Where do I catch the Griffith Observatory to Riverside train from?

Griffith Observatory to Riverside train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from L.A. Union Station.

Train or bus from Griffith Observatory to Riverside?

The best way to get from Griffith Observatory to Riverside is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs $6 - $14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $13 - $20 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Griffith Observatory to Riverside bus arrive?

Griffith Observatory to Riverside bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Disneyland Employee's Entrance station.

Where does the Griffith Observatory to Riverside train arrive?

Griffith Observatory to Riverside train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Riverside - Downtown station.

Can I drive from Griffith Observatory to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Griffith Observatory to Riverside is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Griffith Observatory to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 265+ hotels available in Riverside.

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There are 4 ways to get from Griffith Observatory to Riverside by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Griffith Observatory to Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvdbus Observatory/Los Feliz
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Riversidetrain Southwest Chief
3h 14m
$19–41
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Flower / 7th to Disneyland Employee's Entrancebus 460
2. Take the bus from Harbor Blvd at Disneyland to Galleria @ Tyler EBbus 200
5h 35m
$6–14
Drive 59.1 mi
1. Drive from Griffith Observatory to Riversidecar 59.1 mi
1h 11m
$11–16
Train
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtowntrain 91-PV Line / ...
3h 32m
$13–20

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

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Distance: 70.2 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a vehicle from Griffith Observatory to Magnolia + Sunnyside via Griffith Observatory, Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvd, Vermont / Sunset Station, 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines, Flower / 7th, Disneyland Employee's Entrance, Harbor Blvd at Disneyland, and Galleria @ Tyler EB in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, Metrolink Trains operates a train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtown every 4 hours. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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