What is the cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Griffith Observatory?

The cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Griffith Observatory is to bus and line 577 bus and line 460 bus and line 2 bus which costs $6 - $11 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dana Point to Griffith Observatory?

The fastest way to get from Dana Point to Griffith Observatory is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Dana Point and Griffith Observatory?

No, there is no direct bus from Dana Point to Griffith Observatory. However, there are services departing from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern and arriving at Griffith Observatory via 7th / Channel, Norwalk Station, Jefferson / Hoover and Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Dana Point and Griffith Observatory?

No, there is no direct train from Dana Point station to Griffith Observatory station. However, there are services departing from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station and arriving at Vermont / Sunset Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Dana Point to Griffith Observatory?

The distance between Dana Point and Griffith Observatory is 69 miles. The road distance is 65 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dana Point to Griffith Observatory without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs $35 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Dana Point to Griffith Observatory?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Dana Point to Griffith Observatory, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dana Point to Griffith Observatory bus from?

Dana Point to Griffith Observatory bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern station.

Where do I catch the Dana Point to Griffith Observatory train from?

Dana Point to Griffith Observatory train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Dana Point to Griffith Observatory?

The best way to get from Dana Point to Griffith Observatory is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs $35 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 577 bus and line 460 bus and line 2 bus, which costs $6 - $11 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Dana Point to Griffith Observatory bus arrive?

Dana Point to Griffith Observatory bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at 7Th-Channel station.

Where does the Dana Point to Griffith Observatory train arrive?

Dana Point to Griffith Observatory train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Dana Point to Griffith Observatory?

Yes, the driving distance between Dana Point to Griffith Observatory is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Dana Point to Griffith Observatory.

Where can I stay near Griffith Observatory?

There are 2832+ hotels available in Griffith Observatory.

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There are 4 ways to get from Dana Point to Griffith Observatory by train (Amtrak), bus, train, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 31m
$35–58
Bus, line 577 bus, line 460 bus, line 2 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern to 7Th-Channelbus 1
2. Take the bus from 7th / Channel to Norwalk Stationbus 577
3. Take the bus from Norwalk Station to Harbor Transitway / 37th St / USCbus 460
4. Take the bus from Jefferson / Hoover to Sunset / Vermontbus 2
5. Take the bus from Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvd to Griffith Observatorybus
5h 25m
$6–11
Line 90 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Golden Lantern-La Cresta to Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8bus 90
2. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
4h 8m
$13–20
Drive 64.6 mi
1. Drive from Dana Point to Griffith Observatorycar 64.6 mi
1h 18m
$11–16

Dana Point to Griffith Observatory by bus, train, subway, and foot (Amtrak)

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Distance: 68.6 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern to Griffith Observatory via 7Th-Channel, 7th / Channel, Norwalk Station, Harbor Transitway / 37th St / USC, Jefferson / Hoover, Sunset / Vermont, Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvd, and Griffith Observatory in around 5h 25m.

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