Why are L.A. buses free?


Why are L.A. buses free? In March 2020, Los Angeles' public-transit agency, Metro, stopped collecting fares on its buses as a COVID-19 safety precaution. For the next 22 months, Metro waived fares for anyone who wanted to keep riding its buses, anywhere they wanted to go (as long as they wore a mask, of course).


Is LA Metro bus still free?

On Metro, each ride you pay for with TAP gets you closer to free rides. Once you reach the 1-Day or 7-Day fare cap, rides are FREE!


Is LA Metro good for tourists?

Metro Rail Red Line is the most useful for tourists and visitors. This line links Downtown Union Station to North Hollywood via Hollywood and Universal City. It also connects with the Blue, Expo and Orange lines. Purple Line connects Downtown Los Angeles to Westlake and Koreatown.


How much do LA Metro drivers make?

How much does a Metro Transit Bus Driver make in Los Angeles, California? As of Nov 6, 2023, the average hourly pay for a Metro Transit Bus Driver in Los Angeles is $19.10 an hour.


How expensive is the bus in LA?

All transit rates start at a base fare of $1.75. In addition to a single-ride fare, options include the Metro Day Pass ($7) and the 7-Day Pass ($25). On the Metro Rail and the Metro Orange Line, single-ride fares, passes and stored value must be loaded on a Metro TAP card.


Is the UCLA bus free?

BruinBus provides complimentary year-round service to the UCLA campus and Wilshire Center. Everyone is welcome to board at one of our many stops. BruinBus also offers charter and driver services to UCLA departments and student organizations.


Is LA bus free for students?

Students at participating K-12 and Community Colleges can enjoy the freedom of going anywhere, anytime for FREE on Metro buses and trains. Check to see if your school has GoPass.


Is metro free in New York?

The subway operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Riding the subway is one of the easiest and most convenient ways to get around the city. For most riders, the subway fare is $2.90.