The Lawndale Beat joins TAP
Hello South Bay! Ever ridden on the Lawndale Beat? Now, taking advantage of this shuttle service is easier than ever … it’s the 27th transit agency to use TAP. That [continue reading]
Our LIFE Street Teams help you get discounted fares
The Spanish version of this story is here. Outside the Westlake/MacArthur Park station, Gustavo Rivas smiles warmly at people approaching a Metro information stand. “Would you like to know if [continue reading]
Introducing our Golden TAP cards –– and a big thank you to our riders!
2023 has been big for us. We opened new rail stations. We unveiled new bus priority lanes. We improved our fare policy. We welcomed new teams to the system (Helloooo, [continue reading]
We’ve got updates on the Sepulveda Transit Corridor Project and we want your feedback (by December 8, please)!
We recently shared some updates on the Sepulveda Transit Corridor, a project that will build a rail line across the Santa Monica Mountains, providing a much-needed transit connection between the [continue reading]
Metrolink’s Holiday Express Train is back!
Metrolink, our regional rail service partner, is spreading the spirit of the season with its first Holiday Express Train series since the pandemic. The beloved holiday tradition is back and [continue reading]
Go Metro to Holiday Ice Rink at Pershing Square
The holidays are upon us! The popular Holiday Ice Rink Pershing Square has brought winter fun to sunny Los Angeles for over 20 years. At 7,200 square feet, it is the city’s largest outdoor rink, offering visitors professional-quality ice for skating and entertainment. The rink fosters community while embracing winter [continue reading]
Vote for the future name of the West Santa Ana Branch Transit Corridor and enter a raffle to win a $100 gift card!
Over the summer, we launched an 8-week contest to find a new name for the West Santa Ana Branch Transit Corridor project, a proposed 14.5-mile light rail line that will [continue reading]
A newbie’s guide to riding Metro to the Coliseum, Convention Center, DTLA and many other popular places
With the ongoing closure of the 10 freeway in downtown L.A. due to fire damage, we know many of you have begun riding Metro and public transit for the first time — or want to give us a try. Welcome aboard! While the circumstances may not be ideal, we’re [continue reading]
How military service prepared these veterans for their careers in transportation
Did you know that Metro has over 540 veterans in its ranks? That’s no coincidence -– there’s a very special skillset you hone when serving in the military, and many [continue reading]
Hate has no place on Metro. Here’s how we can do our part
Los Angeles is one of the most diverse regions in the world –– it’s home to hundreds of different cultures with unique languages, customs, and histories. That’s what makes this [continue reading]