Best way to get from Alhambra, CA to Downey, CA
Find the best ways to travel from Alhambra CA to Downey CA. You can also request a ride directly in the app at the tap of a button.
Transportation options
Uber: Request an Uber ride from Alhambra to Downey. The estimated travel time is 32 minutes, with a price of $43 and a distance of 16 miles.
Public transportation: Take the Metro Bus Line 260 from Alhambra to the Norwalk Station. From there, transfer to the Metro Bus Line 120 towards Downey. The total travel time is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering a distance of about 20 miles. The price is approximately $2.
Private bus: Utilize a private bus service operating between Alhambra and Downey. The travel time is around 1 hour, with a price of approximately $10. The distance covered is about 15 miles.
Note: The travel times and costs are approximate and subject to change depending on traffic conditions and other factors. Updated June, 2025.
Reserve a ride in advance to Downey, CA
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Getting from Alhambra, CA to Downey, CA
When you ride with Uber on your next trip from Alhambra, CA to Downey, CA, you’ve got choices. Whether you’re traveling alone or with others, find a ride option that fits your needs and budget. If you like to plan ahead, consider scheduling a ride to Downey, CA in advance. Or you can request a ride on demand from Alhambra, CA in the Uber app.
The route your driver takes might depend on the time of day and other factors, like traffic and how many other riders are making requests. You can have a stress-free ride knowing that the Uber app will suggest the most efficient route to your driver.
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Average Travel Time
32 minutes
Average Route Price
$43
Average Route Distance
16 miles
How to get from Alhambra, CA to Downey, CA
Compare ride options getting from Alhambra, CA to Downey, CA. Check the Uber app for current prices and travel options available.
UberX
Affordable rides, all to yourself
$43
Uber Black
Premium rides in luxury cars
$68
Prices shown are for illustration purposes only and are based on average prices for the ride option shown from Alhambra, CA to Downey, CA for the past 12 months. They do not represent fixed or guaranteed prices.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Uber available at Alhambra, CA?
The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride from Alhambra, CA anytime, 24/7.
- How much does it cost to get from Alhambra, CA to Downey, CA?
The average price for this trip is $43. Open the Uber app and input Downey, CA in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s available. Prices will vary based on time of day and how many riders are making requests.
- What is the most affordable ride option on the Uber app from Alhambra, CA to Downey, CA?
The most affordable ride choice from Alhambra, CA to Downey, CA is RIDESHARE.
- How long does it take to get from Alhambra, CA to Downey, CA?
The average duration for this ride is 32 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver is likely to arrive at Alhambra, CA. After your trip starts, your app provides an ETA for when you are likely to arrive at Downey, CA. Please note: ETAs are not guaranteed; various factors like heavy traffic or road construction could affect travel time.
- Can I schedule trips in advance on the Uber app from Alhambra, CA?
If Uber Reserve is an option in the Uber app at Alhambra, CA, you can request a ride from Alhambra, CA anywhere from 2 hours to 90 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year. Uber’s ride-scheduling technology and Uber Reserve can help you be on time.
- Can I rent a car with Uber to drive from Alhambra, CA to Downey, CA?
Check in the Uber app to see if car rentals are available at Alhambra, CA. If you see the Rent icon, you can complete your reservation using the Uber app. Then you can rent a car and drive yourself to Downey, CA. To get more details, go to uber.com/u/uber-rent.
The data presented on this page represents historical average prices, durations, and distances for routes. Actual prices, durations, and distances may vary based on factors such as location, traffic conditions, and other variables. Information provided here is for reference purposes only and should not be considered as binding.
