Getting to Loews Hotel from LAX via public transportation

Question

My wife and I will be arriving at LAX on a Tuesday in the early afternoon, and we will be traveling fairly light (two small “personal item-size” knapsacks and one carry-on-size knapsack).

I am wondering if I can take a bus from the airport to a subway station and get to our hotel (the Loews in Hollywood) via subway?

It looks like there is a subway station near the Loews.

Answer

Yes, you can reach the Loews Hollywood Hotel from LAX using public transportation, and it’s quite manageable with light luggage. The easiest method combines the LAX FlyAway Bus and the Metro Rail subway system.

Here’s a detailed step-by-step option:

Step 1: FlyAway Bus from LAX to Union Station – At LAX, follow signs to the FlyAway Bus stop. The FlyAway Bus provides direct service to Union Station in downtown Los Angeles. Buses depart every 30 minutes or so, and the ride takes approximately 35–45 minutes depending on traffic. This is a comfortable, luggage-friendly option.
Step 2: Metro Red Line subway from Union Station to Hollywood/Vine – Once at Union Station, purchase a TAP card (or use a contactless payment method) and take the Metro Red Line toward North Hollywood. Get off at Hollywood/Vine station, which is the closest subway stop to Loews Hollywood Hotel.
Step 3: Walk to the hotel – From Hollywood/Vine station, it’s just a short walk (about 2–3 minutes) to Loews Hollywood Hotel on Hollywood Boulevard.

Alternative route:

Some travelers prefer taking the Metro Green Line or a combination of bus + subway, but this usually requires transfers and can be less convenient, especially with luggage.
Using rideshare (Uber/Lyft) directly from LAX is another simple option, and depending on traffic, it may take 30–45 minutes, but it costs more than public transit.

Additional tips:

The FlyAway Bus is luggage-friendly and you won’t need to worry about handling heavy bags.
Check the Metro Red Line schedule; trains run frequently, approximately every 6–10 minutes during the day.
If you arrive during peak traffic hours, taking the subway from Union Station may be faster than using a rideshare for the entire route.
Keep a small backpack or bag with essentials handy, as you’ll be transferring between bus and subway.

Overall, the FlyAway Bus plus Metro Red Line is a reliable and inexpensive way to get from LAX to Loews Hollywood Hotel, especially for light travelers.

Getting to Loews Hotel from LAX via public transportation

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