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

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Griffith Observatory is to bus which costs $5 - $14 and takes 5h 16m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Griffith Observatory?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Griffith Observatory. However, there are services departing from Magnolia + Sunnyside and arriving at Griffith Observatory via Riverside and Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and Griffith Observatory?

No, there is no direct train from Riverside to Griffith Observatory station. However, there are services departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at Vermont / Sunset Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Riverside to Griffith Observatory?

The distance between Riverside and Griffith Observatory is 70 miles. The road distance is 60.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverside to Griffith Observatory without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs $13 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Riverside to Griffith Observatory, including transfers.

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

Riverside to Griffith Observatory bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, depart from Magnolia + Sunnyside station.

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

Riverside to Griffith Observatory train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Riverside - Downtown station.

Train or bus from Riverside to Griffith Observatory?

The best way to get from Riverside to Griffith Observatory is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs $13 - $20. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and bus, which costs $13 - $25 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Riverside to Griffith Observatory bus arrive?

Riverside to Griffith Observatory bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, arrive at UCR at Bannockburn Village station.

Where does the Riverside to Griffith Observatory train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riverside to Griffith Observatory?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Griffith Observatory is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Riverside to Griffith Observatory.

Where can I stay near Griffith Observatory?

There are 2719+ hotels available in Griffith Observatory.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain 91-PV Line / ...
2h 29m
$13–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Galleria @ Tyler WB to Harbor Blvd at Disneylandbus 200
2. Take the bus from Disneyland Employee's Entrance to 6th / Broadwaybus 460
5h 16m
$5–14
Line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Magnolia + Sunnyside to UCR at Bannockburn Villagebus 1
2. Take the bus from Riverside to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2015 / ...
4h 21m
$13–25
Drive 60.4 mi
1. Drive from Riverside to Griffith Observatorycar 60.4 mi
1h 11m
$11–16

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Distance: 69.1 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

Metrolink Trains operates a train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Magnolia + Sunnyside to Griffith Observatory via UCR at Bannockburn Village, Riverside, Los Angeles Downtown, Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, Vermont / Sunset Station, Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvd, and Griffith Observatory in around 4h 21m.

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