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Getting to and from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is easier than ever thanks to Metro’s new LAX/Metro Transit Center.

Connect from LAX/Metro Transit Center (Bus Bays 1 and 2) to all LAX terminals via a free, frequent shuttle.

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The LAX/Metro Transit Center (LAX/MTC) opened to the public on June 6, 2025, providing a direct connection to the airport via Metro Rail, bus, and municipal transit lines.

Plan your trip with metro.net/tripplanner or the Transit app for real-time route and connection details.

PLAN YOUR TRIP

Metro Rail Service Los Angeles Airport

C Line

Runs eastbound from Norwalk and terminates at LAX/MTC.

SEE METRO C LINE

K Line

Provides direct access to LAX/MTC and runs north–south between Expo/Crenshaw and Redondo Beach stations.

SEE METRO K LINE

Metro Bus Service Los Angeles Airport

Line 102

South Gate ↔ LAX/MTC via La Tijera Bl and Exposition Bl.

SEE LINE 102

Line 111

Norwalk Station ↔ LAX/MTC via Florence Av.

SEE LINE 111

Line 117

Downey ↔ LAX/MTC via Century Bl and Imperial Hwy.

SEE LINE 117

Line 120

Whittwood Town Center ↔ LAX/MTC via Imperial Hwy.

SEE LINE 120

Line 232

Downtown Long Beach ↔ LAX/MTC via Sepulveda Bl and Pacific Coast Hwy.

SEE LINE 232

METRO FARES AND PRICES

Whether you ride Metro often or are new to it, we have you covered with the lowest fare possible. Pay with a TAP card, Apple Wallet, TAP app or cash.

Prices are for a one-way trip on Metro bus and rail and include two hours of free transfers when you pay with a TAP card. Children under age 6 may travel free with a fare-paying adult on bus or rail.

REGULAR RIDE: $1.75

Pay with a TAP card, Apple Wallet, TAP app or cash.

BUY TAP CARD

Get 2 hours of free transfers to other Metro lines with each paid ride on a TAP card. Rides must be completed within 2 hours. Exiting and re-entering a station will be charged as a new ride.

Where to get a TAP Card:

TAP cards can be purchased at TAP vending machines (TVMs) located at all Metro rail, J and G Line stations.
TAP is sold at Ralph’s, Northgate Market, Continental Currency and many more stores across L.A.
TAP cards can be purchased at Metro Customer Centers.
Buy TAP cards, load fare, create a TAP account on TapToGo.net.

BUY TAP CARD ONLINE

TAP APP

Save time and avoid long lines when you pay with your phone. Before heading out to the event, simply add TAP to your iPhone Apple Wallet or download the TAP app, then add $3.50 roundtrip fare. Tap at the fare gates and board!

Add a TAP card instantly to your iPhone Apple Wallet and Apple Watch