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Quick StatsBest Ways to Get Around Town
- Big Blue Bus—with student ID, the fare is only $0.25
- Hitch a ride from a friend
- Rollerblade from point A to point B
How to Get to the Airport
- A cab ride to the airport costs around $35.
- First, head out onto Wilshire Blvd. Then, merge directly onto I-405 South. Stay on I-405 until you see the LAX Airport exit. Take the ramp toward Century BL West/LAX Airport, then turn left onto La Cienega Blvd.
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The one thing that makes off-campus living affordable and convenient is the Bruin Go! Program. The program allows all UCLA students free rides on any Santa Monica bus. These buses circuit throughout the neighborhoods close to UCLA and touch the beach at select points. For certain commuters, the buses are more affordable than buying parking and paying for gas each day. In fact, the serenity of not having to drive into LA traffic warrants a periodic ride on the bus. Speaking of Los Angeles traffic, there is a reason that the traffic here is considered the worst in the nation. People refer to the freeways as “parking lots” during rush hour, and there is substantial traffic in the city practically every hour of the day. Regardless, checking out the sights without a car is unheard of for two reasons. One, the buses are irregular, and very slow. Many buses do not run by a schedule and pick up their passengers by traversing the crowded areas, and the bus lines are traffic-filled. The other problem is that there are many patches of bad neighborhoods in Los Angeles. To get to some of the famous, “touristy” parts of the city, you’ll have to brave these areas. Overall, you’ll need a car to truly explore Los Angeles. As far as Westwood is concerned, most students are happy with the events that happen within walking distance. Students Speak Out
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It’s pretty convenient. UCLA has...
It’s pretty convenient. UCLA has its own shuttle system that gets you to anywhere you want to go on, or near, UCLA quickly and without hassle. |
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Public transportation is actually...
Public transportation is actually very quick. As UCLA students, we get free transportation with the Santa Monica Bus Line, and the LA bus Line—MTA fare is only $1.35. |
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Bus drivers are really nice in Los...
Bus drivers are really nice in Los Angeles. I don’t mind taking the bus to school. And a little know fact that people use is driving from their house and parking closer to campus, then taking the bus to school from only a block away. Just make sure to check the signs so that you don’t get a ticket. Street sweeping can cost a student a quality meal if they’re not careful and don’t pay attention. |
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Traffic is insane in LA. Try to...
Traffic is insane in LA. Try to avoid peak traffic hours, and avoid taking the 405 Freeway. If you want to take the Redline, our little subway, it’s doable. There are pamphlets on bus routes and times in the Parking Services office. If you want to go to Santa Monica, use the Big Blue Bus. It’s free for students except during summer, but even then, I think the charge is less than what others pay. |
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The Santa Monica Big Blue Bus...
The Santa Monica Big Blue Bus system is really good and convenient for getting around West LA, and it’s free with your student card. If you want to go anywhere in other areas of LA, however, the public transportation (MTA bus system) is horrible. |
On-Campus Transportation
Fleet & Transit Services (310) 206-2908 Monday–Friday 7 a.m.–7 p.m.
UCLA Campus Van Service (310) 825-1491 Monday– Thursday 6 p.m.–12 a.m.
Public Transportation
Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. - Fare: $0.75 Full, $0.50 Student
Fare: $1.35 Los Angeles Metropolitan Transit Authority (800) COMMUTE www.mta.net
Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. - Fare: $0.75 Full, Students ride free with their Bruin Card
Taxi Cabs
United Independent Taxi
(800) 822-8294
Yellow Cab Co.
(800) 200-0011
Airport
The Los Angeles International Airport is 10 miles and approximately 30-minutes driving time from UCLA Los Angeles International Airport (310) 646-5252
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