Metro Recommends Light Rail to LAX

Los Angeles International Airport remains one of the biggest and most visited airports in the world to not have rail service, but a new recommendation by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority seeks to change that. In a move to get a project underway, the MTA issued a report that called for a $1.7 billion project to extend light rail closer to the terminals. The plan includes an expansion of the Green Line, Crenshaw Line, and a “people-mover” to shuttle people from the light rail stations to the various terminals, rental car facilities, and a planned ground transportation hub.

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For those who are excited at the prospect of taking the train to LAX, celebrations are a bit premature at this point, unfortunately. The first project that is projected to be completed is the Crenshaw Line, with an anticipated opening date of 2019. And even after this station is completed, it will not be connected to the terminals. That project will take even longer to complete. It seems that any plans to take the train to LAX in the near future will have to be put on hold.

Driving remains the most popular way to get to and from the airport. In fact, even after the completion of the expansions to the Green Line, Crenshaw Line, and people-mover, airport officials project that a majority of travelers will still drive. Just 2 percent will take the train, 33 percent will take taxis, 8 percent will use the FlyAway bus, and the remaining 57 percent will drive themselves.

If you are among the majority of people driving to LAX, consider Hilton LAX Parking. With a secure lot for your car and complimentary shuttle service to and from the terminals, air travel is a breeze. Plus, think of all the lines you’ll avoid at the train stations and people-mover platforms.