How do you get around in Los Angeles without a car?

The Los Angeles Metro is affordable, relatively easy to use, and services most of Los Angeles County and its top attractions. The public transit system consists of Metro Buses, DASH Buses, and Metro Rail Trains. To ride these buses, trains, and subways, we recommend purchasing a reusable TAP Card.



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Metro Rail The railway system consists of two subway lines, four light-rail lines, and two express bus lines that connect to Downtown Los Angeles. Red Line is the most useful for tourists and visitors. This line links Downtown Union Station to North Hollywood via Hollywood and Universal City.

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Los Angeles is home to one of the country's best public transportation networks, including subways, light-rail, buses and shuttles to nearly every corner of the Greater Los Angeles area.

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Regular Ride Pay with a TAP card, Apple Wallet, TAP app or cash. Enjoy up to 80% off regular Metro fares. Students at participating GoPass schools ride for FREE.

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It's an unfortunate fact that Los Angeles isn't the most budget-friendly travel destination. However, with some careful planning, you can find a budget side to this glamorous town that embraces affordability without sacrificing the magic that defines the City of Angels.

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Fare capping Once you pay that amount called a “cap” all rides on Metro buses and trains are free. Metro has 1-Day and 7-Day Caps. Fare capping works when you pay for rides with a TAP card or Apple Wallet. Play Video about Two passengers boarding a Metro vehicle using a TAP card and reader.

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All fares can be pre-paid by loading a pass or Stored Valued (cash) on a TAP card and then tapping each time you board. On buses you can also pay for a single ride with a token or cash using exact change.

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