How to Use the New LAX Metro Station From PodShare Co-Living Locations
Los Angeles just got a major travel upgrade: the new LAX/Metro Transit Center Station is now open, seamlessly connecting Metro Rail lines to the Automated People Mover at Los Angeles International Airport. For travelers staying at PodShare, this means you can now get to and from LAX faster, cheaper, and stress-free — all by train.
Whether you’re staying at PodShare DTLA, PodShare Hollywood, or PodShare Los Feliz, here’s how to reach the new LAX Metro station and make your airport transfer smooth and affordable.
From PodShare DTLA (100 S. Vignes Street)
- Walk a few minutes to Union Station/Metro Red & Purple Lines (or take the nearby Metro E Line at Little Tokyo/Arts District).
- Board the E Line (Expo) heading west toward Santa Monica.
- Transfer at Expo/Crenshaw Station to the C Line (Green).
- Ride south to the Aviation/LAX station and connect to the new LAX/Metro Transit Center.
- Hop on the People Mover straight into your terminal.
🕑 Approx. travel time:
~1 hour
💲 Cost:
$1.75 per ride with TAP card
From PodShare Hollywood (1631 Cosmo Street)
- Walk 5 minutes to Hollywood/Vine Station (B Line, Red).
- Take the B Line south to 7th/Metro Center.
- Transfer to the E Line (Expo) toward Santa Monica.
- At Expo/Crenshaw, switch to the C Line (Green).
- Ride to the LAX/Metro Transit Center and connect to the People Mover.
🕑 Approx. travel time:
~1 hour 15 minutes
💲 Cost:
$1.75 per ride with TAP card
From PodShare Los Feliz (4534 Fountain Ave)
- Walk to the Vermont/Sunset Station (B Line, Red).
- Take the B Line south to 7th/Metro Center.
- Transfer to the E Line (Expo) toward Santa Monica.
- At Expo/Crenshaw, switch to the C Line (Green).
- Ride to the LAX/Metro Transit Center and board the People Mover.
🕑 Approx. travel time:
~1 hour 20 minutes
💲 Cost:
$1.75 per ride with TAP card
Pro Tips for PodSharers
- Get a TAP Card: Load cash value or day passes. Each trip costs just $1.75, making this the most budget-friendly way to get to LAX.
- Avoid Rush Hour: Trains can fill up fast during weekday commutes.
- Pack Smart: While trains are luggage-friendly, try to keep your bags manageable.
- Save Money: A rideshare from Hollywood to LAX can cost $40–$70. The Metro + People Mover combo? Just $1.75.
Why This is Great for PodShare Guests
PodShare has always been about affordable, flexible stays in prime LA neighborhoods. Now, with the new Metro + LAX connection, our guests can:
- Skip pricey Ubers/Lyfts to the airport
- Stay connected to Hollywood nightlife, DTLA culture, and Los Feliz creativity
- Book beds by the night, week, or month, knowing LAX is just a train ride away
With locations across Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Santa Barbara, PodShare is the perfect home base for travelers who value community, flexibility, and affordability.
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