Airport transfer

Question

What os the cheapest way to get from LAX to Hollywood

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Answer

Traveling from LAX to Hollywood can be done in several ways, depending on your budget, convenience, and comfort level. The cheapest options typically involve public transportation, while rideshares and shuttles are slightly more expensive but offer more direct service.

Here are the main options:

Public Bus + Metro: The cheapest way is to use the Los Angeles Metro system. From LAX, you can take the free “LAX FlyAway” shuttle or Metro “G” bus to the Aviation/LAX Metro station, then transfer to the Metro Green Line or Expo Line, and finally to a bus or Metro Red Line that goes toward Hollywood. Total cost is around $1.75–$2 per ride, so under $5 per person, but travel time can be 1.5–2 hours depending on transfers and traffic.
FlyAway Bus to Hollywood: The official LAX FlyAway Bus has a direct route to Union Station ($9.75 per adult). From there, you can take the Metro Red Line north to Hollywood. Slightly faster than multiple buses, around 1–1.5 hours total travel.
Rideshare (Uber/Lyft): Convenient and direct, especially with luggage, but more expensive. Expect $35–$55 depending on time of day and traffic. Cost-effective if traveling with 2–3 people and sharing the ride.
Airport Shuttle: Shared shuttle vans can pick you up from LAX and drop you at your Hollywood hotel. Prices range $25–$40 per person. They take longer than rideshares due to multiple stops but can be cheaper if traveling alone.
Rental Car: Not the cheapest if you just need transfer, but an option if you plan to explore Los Angeles after arrival. Daily rental plus parking costs usually exceed rideshare.

Summary:

Cheapest: Public Metro/bus combo (~$5 per person, but longer and requires transfers)
Moderate: FlyAway Bus + Metro Red Line (~$12 per person, fairly direct)
Most convenient: Rideshare (~$35–$55, door-to-door, faster, flexible with luggage)

If minimizing cost is your priority and you don’t mind transfers, the Metro/bus combination is ideal. If you prefer comfort and speed, rideshare is the better choice. Timing matters—rush hour traffic can greatly increase travel time for any road-based option.