Useful tips

Are LA Metro trains free?

Are LA Metro trains free?

Fares are currently being collected on Metro rail lines, so those trips will be free to eligible students — once they receive and register their TAP cards. You can read more about the fareless transit pilot — and Metro’s work to possibly expand it — in the stories linked below.

Is LA Transit free?

Regular fare is $1.75. Fare can be paid using cash (exact change) or a TAP card. To ride Metro Rail, you must pay with a TAP card.

Are buses still free in Los Angeles?

Did you know you can get a free ride in Los Angeles? If you take the bus in L.A. County, the rides are free and have been since the start of the pandemic. I feel like more people would be inclined to ride if they knew the bus was free right now.

Are USC buses free?

USC Transportation provides an extensive network of free buses throughout the year for students, staff, faculty, and university guests. Whether you are commuting to work, getting around campus between classes, or just exploring the wider Los Angeles community our bus system makes it easy.

Is there a TAP card app?

The TAP app is now available on Android phones. Once you download the app, you can purchase a “virtual” TAP card in the app or transfer a plastic TAP card to your phone for convenient, contactless fare payment.

When is the DTLA Railway in Los Angeles Open?

Fun on the cheap. This DTLA railway is open every day, including holidays, from 6:45 am to 10 pm so practically all day. It’s right by Grand Central Market in downtown LA so grab a bite or a drink after your trip up and down the hill.

Where is the Angels Flight Railway in Los Angeles?

Angels Flight® Railway Operations. The Railway’s Top Station is located at California Plaza, 350 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles 90071. The Lower Entrance is located at 351 South Hill Street, Los Angeles 90013, across from Grand Central Market. Angels Flight® is open every day from 6:45 am to 10 pm, including weekends and holidays.

Where are the Metrolink trains in Los Angeles?

Metrolink Commuter Trains: Metrolink operates trains in Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, Riverside, San Bernardino and North San Diego counties over seven routes on a 512 route-mile network. Metrolink is the third largest commuter rail agency in the United States based on directional route miles and the eighth largest based on annual ridership.

Are there any other transportation options in Los Angeles?

You may want to consider other commuting options during this time such as Metrolink trains, carpool, vanpool, or express buses. Metrolink operates trains in Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, Riverside, San Bernardino and North San Diego counties over seven routes on a 512 route-mile network.