LA Auto Show Goes Metro: Skip Parking, Ride Rail
Metro promotes rail access to LA Auto Show with three lines serving Convention Center
LA Auto Show Gets Metro Rail Access
Car enthusiasts heading to the Los Angeles Auto Show can skip parking hassles and take Metro rail directly to the event, transit officials said. The show runs 10 days at the LA Convention Center, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors annually. Metro's promoting three rail lines that serve the venue, though officials didn't specify whether additional service will run during peak show hours.
Three Metro Lines Serve Convention Center
The LA Convention Center sits at a major transit hub with direct rail access, making it one of the region's most transit-accessible venues. The J Line stops at LA Convention Center Station, while the A and E Lines serve nearby Pico Station. The show has run at this location for years, with Metro routinely promoting transit access to major convention center events. Officials said the rail connections help reduce traffic congestion in downtown Los Angeles during large events.
Fare Details and Route Information
Metro's regular fare is $1.75 one-way, making a roundtrip to the auto show $3.50, according to the transit agency's fare schedule. All three lines operate seven days a week with service to the convention center area. The A Line runs from Long Beach to Azusa, the E Line connects Santa Monica to East Los Angeles, and the J Line serves the convention center directly. Officials didn't say whether they're offering special event passes or discounted fares for auto show attendees.
Show Dates and Transit Planning
The 2025 LA Auto Show is scheduled for November 21-30, transit officials said. Metro promoted similar transit access for the 2024 show, which ran November 22 through December 1. The agency typically announces event-specific service details closer to major conventions, though whether they'll release additional information for the auto show wasn't clear from available announcements.
Transit Option for Auto Show Visitors
Auto show attendees can avoid downtown parking fees and traffic by using Metro rail, officials said. The transit option is particularly useful during the show's weekend days when attendance peaks. Riders can check real-time arrival information and plan trips using transit apps including Moovit, which provides schedule updates for all Metro rail lines serving the convention center area.
