In 2024, Los angels International Airport (Lax) saw 76.6 million passengersAverage of 210,000 passengers per day. But in the city known for its traffic congestion and shortage Public transport Options, passengers have limited options to achieve a stir airport.
It is beginning to change at the end. On Friday, June 6, the high-existed Lax/Metro Transit Center station opened, which connects the airport through two metro rail lines and 14 bus routes through a free shuttle for the first time. About $ 900,000 million project Making has been many years since and the latest push towards a more accessible dhale with major changes on the horizon.
In 2026, The Automated Peepal Movel (APM) is ready to debut a new electric train, which offers direct rail access to airport terminals. FIFA World CupSuper Bowl LXI in 2027, and La 2028 Summer OlympicsWhile the APM remains under construction, the new metro station is a major step to increase connectivity between the airport and the rest of the city.
I checked the new lax metro station for myself shortly after opening to the public last week. Here you have to know everything before using it.
How to reach Lax/Metro Transit Center Station
Located in the east of the airport, Lax/Metro Transit Center Station, earlier called Aviation/96th Street, provides a new way to reach lax without driving or only relying on expensive rideshare. No New trains or lines Added; Rather, the station connects to existing transit routes. The rents live at $ 1.75 and can be paid through a tap card or mobile app. How to go from here to station Prominent place in la,
Hollywood: Take B Line (Red Line) to the 7th Street/Metro Center, move the e-line (yellow line) towards Santa Monica, and then switch to the K-Line (Pink Line) on the expo/crench.
Downtown: Climb the e-line (yellow line) from the 7th Street/Metro Center and transfer it to the Kolline (pink line). Or, take a line (blue line) from the 7th Street/Metro Center and switch to the C Line (Green Line) to Wilobrook/Rosa Parks.
Santa Monica: Ride the e-line (yellow line) and transfer it to the K-line (pink line) in the expo/crash.
long Beach: Take a line (blue line), move to the C Line (Green Line) in Wilobrook/Rosa Parks, and continue at the lax station.
The station also connects 14 bus routes, including; Big Blue Bus, Kalevar Citibus, Torrent Transit, GTRN and Beach Cities Transit.
To loosen free shuttle
Once you arrive at Lax/Metro Transit Center station, follow the indications of free lax shuttle. Buses move almost every 10 minutes and leave the passengers at the level of arrival of each terminal – bus move to an escalator or lift to the departure.
If you are going from lax, look for pink lax shuttle signals outside the arrival and hop. The same bus moves into a continuous loop between stations and terminals. ,Timing Tip: I tested the loop on Friday evening when the traffic was relatively light and the full loop took about 45 minutes. If you are flying out of the latter stop terminal like 6 or 7, give yourself extra time.
What is expected inside the station
Although the new station extends up to 500,000 square feet, it is easy to navigate. The clear signage platform directs the passengers to the ground level to the shuttle pickup bez.
Built to handle 5,000 passengers per hour, the space is fully accessible, with 11 lifts, 12 escalators and 9 stairs. Facilities include public toilet, a customer service center and safe automatic bike storage. However, there are no food or retail options.
When does it make sense to use metro connections?
For locals near K or C lines, this new connection is a game changer. For only $ 1.75, it provides a budget -friendly and relatively easy way that reaches the lax.
He said, the journey may still include several transfer, and until APM opens in 2026, it may costly take an additional hour to potentially to reach the stop terminals later. Other options for passengers coming from far away are more convenient.
Very low, Lax/Metro provides a smart backup plan for the transit center when La traffic is at its peak and the freeway grinds at one stop. However, consider the larger picture, and this is a big step towards a more connected future for Los Angeles.
