🚇 Public Transport near Los Angeles International Airport
Los Angeles • Last updated 2025-11-03 UTC
Los Angeles Metro
Los Angeles Metro connects LAX to the greater Los Angeles area via the LAX/Metro Transit Center served by the C Line (Green), K Line (Crenshaw), and several Metro bus lines. Passengers transfer at the Transit Center to a frequent, free LAX shuttle for airport terminal access. Metro services are accessible and use the TAP card system.
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C Line (Green)
The C Line light rail runs between Norwalk and the LAX/Metro Transit Center. At the Transit Center, passengers transfer to a free shuttle for direct access to all LAX terminals. The line serves communities along the 105 Freeway, connecting with Metro Rail and Bus lines.
K Line (Crenshaw)
The K Line connects Expo/Crenshaw to Redondo Beach, stopping at LAX/Metro Transit Center for airport access via free shuttle. The line serves destinations like Inglewood and links with other Metro Rail lines.
Metro Bus Line 102
Line 102 runs between South Gate and the LAX/Metro Transit Center, serving Huntington Park and Exposition Park. Airport terminals are reached by shuttle from the Transit Center.
Metro Bus Line 111
Bus Line 111 connects Norwalk, Bell Gardens, Huntington Park, and the LAX/Metro Transit Center, with airport terminal transfer by shuttle.
Metro Bus Line 117
Line 117 provides service between Downey, Watts, and the LAX/Metro Transit Center, with airport access via shuttle from the Transit Center.
Metro Bus Line 120
Bus Line 120 runs from Whittier to the LAX/Metro Transit Center via Santa Fe Springs and Norwalk. Terminals are reached by shuttle from the Transit Center.
Metro Bus Line 232
Line 232 runs between Long Beach and the LAX/Metro Transit Center. Passengers transfer to a shuttle for airport terminal access.
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Culver CityBus
Culver CityBus is the municipal bus operator for Culver City, providing local and regional bus service. The system connects key destinations including Culver City Transit Center, Westchester, and the LAX City Bus Center, with accessible vehicles and TAP card payment integration. Service enhancements and updates are posted regularly.
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Culver CityBus Line 6
Line 6 operates between the LAX City Bus Center and UCLA, serving Sepulveda Boulevard, Culver City Transit Center, and Westwood. The route provides direct access from LAX to major destinations along its corridor, including connections to Metro Rail and other local transit.
Culver CityBus Line 6 Rapid
Line 6 Rapid offers limited-stop service between the LAX City Bus Center and UCLA, serving major transfer points for faster travel. The route focuses on high-demand stops along Sepulveda Boulevard and provides expedited connections for airport travelers.
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Santa Monica Big Blue Bus
Santa Monica Big Blue Bus provides public bus service between Santa Monica and West Los Angeles, including direct service to the LAX/Metro Transit Center via Route 3. Riders can connect to all LAX terminals using the free airport shuttle from the Transit Center. The agency operates accessible, clean-fuel buses and supports regional travel with TAP card integration.
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Route 3 Lincoln Blvd
Route 3 operates between Downtown Santa Monica and the LAX/Metro Transit Center via Lincoln Boulevard, serving Santa Monica, Venice, Playa Vista, and Westchester. Passengers traveling to LAX terminals transfer at the LAX/Metro Transit Center to the free LAX Shuttle.
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Torrance Transit
Torrance Transit is a municipal bus operator serving the South Bay and surrounding Los Angeles communities. The agency provides local and regional bus services, connecting residential neighborhoods, business districts, and transportation hubs in the South Bay area. Torrance Transit is fully integrated with Los Angeles County’s TAP fare system, making transfers convenient across the region.
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Line 8
Line 8 connects Madison St at Pacific Coast Hwy in Torrance to the LAX/Metro Transit Center, serving key corridors such as Hawthorne Blvd, Artesia Blvd, Aviation Blvd, and Imperial Hwy. It provides direct access to LAX’s main transit hub, facilitating connections to Metro Rail and other regional bus lines.
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Beach Cities Transit
Beach Cities Transit operates municipal bus services in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County, primarily serving Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, and El Segundo. The service provides direct bus connections to the LAX City Bus Center (LAX/Metro Transit Center) via Line 109, supporting airport access for local residents and travelers.
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Line 109
Beach Cities Transit Line 109 operates between LAX City Bus Center (LAX/Metro Transit Center) and Riviera Village (Redondo Beach), with key stops along Aviation Boulevard and serving Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, and Redondo Beach.
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GTrans
GTrans, operated by the City of Gardena, provides public bus service across the South Bay region of Los Angeles County. It connects communities such as Gardena, Hawthorne, and Compton with major transit hubs, including direct service to the LAX/Metro Transit Center, offering airport access via a free shuttle.
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Line 5
Line 5 connects Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Metro Station (A and C Lines) in Compton with the LAX/Metro Transit Center in Westchester. The route operates via major corridors such as Avalon Blvd and Aviation Blvd, serving communities including Gardena and Hawthorne. At the LAX/Metro Transit Center, a free airport shuttle provides access to all LAX terminals.
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LAX FlyAway
LAX FlyAway is a direct, government-operated express bus service connecting Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Union Station in downtown Los Angeles and Van Nuys in the San Fernando Valley. Buses run seven days a week, boarding at blue FlyAway columns on the Lower/Arrivals Level at each LAX terminal. All vehicles are accessible and equipped for luggage.
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Union Station FlyAway
Nonstop express bus service between Union Station (Patsaouras Transit Plaza) and all LAX terminals. Connects with Amtrak, Metrolink, and Metro Rail at Union Station. Buses board at the blue FlyAway columns at each LAX terminal.
Van Nuys FlyAway
Direct express bus service between Van Nuys FlyAway Bus Terminal (7610 Woodley Ave) and all LAX terminals. The Van Nuys terminal offers secured parking and local transit connections. Buses board at the blue FlyAway columns at each LAX terminal.
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