New LAX/Metro Transit Center Opens, Bringing Rail Service Closer Than Ever to the Airport

A major milestone in Los Angeles public transportation has arrived. On Friday, June 6, the long-awaited LAX/Metro Transit Center Station officially opened, offering travelers a more convenient, car-free way to reach Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

Located just east of the airport, the new station is part of a $900 million investment in regional mobility. It connects Metro’s C (Green) and K Lines, and will soon link directly to the LAX People Mover, a state-of-the-art automated train system currently under construction. Until then, free airport shuttle buses will run every 10 minutes from the station to the terminals.

“We know what it’s like to call a friend or family member for a ride to LAX,” said Metro CEO Stephanie Wiggins. “Now, you have a better option.”

🚆 A Game-Changer for Travelers and Locals Alike

The new transit hub is more than just a station—it’s a multi-modal gateway to the region. It offers seamless access to:

  • LAX terminals (via shuttle and soon the People Mover)
  • SoFi Stadium, Intuit Dome, and other major venues
  • Beach cities and tourist destinations
  • Downtown LA and beyond via Metro’s expanding rail network

With major global events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Summer Olympics on the horizon, the timing couldn’t be better.

“International visitors who expect clean, quick connections from the airport to transit will now be able to do that here,” Wiggins added.

🛤️ What’s New for Metro Riders?

  • The K Line now runs continuously from Redondo Beach to the E Line, with a stop at the new LAX station.
  • The C Line has been reconfigured to run between Norwalk and the new LAX station, with transfers available to the K Line at Aviation/Century.

🗺️ A More Connected Los Angeles

Metro Board Chair and LA County Supervisor Janice Hahn summed it up best:

“At long last, we are getting a train to LAX. And when the People Mover opens, we’ll have an international airport that truly connects people from inside the terminals to the world beyond.”