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How to get fromIrvine to Griffith Observatoryby train, bus, car, or taxi

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

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain train OC Line
    1h 57m
    $12–18

  2. Drive 49.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Irvine to Griffith Observatorycar car 49.5 mi
    1h 1m
    $9–13

  3. Line 53 bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Main-Culver to Artic - Dock 4bus bus 53
    2. Take the train from Anaheim to Los Angelestrain train Pacific Surfliner
    3h 35m
    $13–27

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Irvine to Griffith Observatorytaxi taxi 49.5 mi
    1h 1m
    $190–230

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

Calendar63Weekly Services
Duration1h 57mAverage Duration
Ticket$12Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 48.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 57m

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

Metrolink Trains operates a train from Tustin to L.A. Union Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h.

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