Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is about a 3.7-mile drive from Inglewood, with an estimated 11-minute journey. You can arrange a taxi or app-based ride at the airport’s LAX-it pickup area, or use Metro connections for travel toward Inglewood.
- Transit: the LAX/Metro Transit Center connects with the C Line, K Line and several Metro bus lines.
- App and taxi pickups: LAX directs passengers to LAX-it, next to Terminal 1.
- Public transit fare: Metro’s regular fare is $1.75.
How far is LAX from Inglewood?
For another airport in the area, Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport is about a 9-minute drive from Inglewood; its visitor guide to Hawthorne Municipal Airport covers that airport.
Where do taxis and app-based rides pick up at LAX?
LAX directs arriving passengers to the central LAX-it lot next to Terminal 1 for taxi and ride-app pickups. Uber, Lyft and Prime Time Rideshare use LAX-it for airport pickups, so follow airport directions to that pickup area when arranging a car.
Only taxis displaying an official seal issued by the City of Los Angeles Department of Transportation may pick up passengers at the airport. LAX-it does not affect limousine or executive-car pickups. Check the official site before you go for current pickup instructions.
Can you take Metro from LAX to Inglewood?
Metro offers bus and rail connections from the LAX/Metro Transit Center toward Inglewood. The C Line and K Line serve the transit center, while Metro bus Lines 102, 111, 117, 120 and 232 connect it with stops or destinations in the Inglewood area.
For specific Inglewood stops, Line 117 serves locations at Century Boulevard and Crenshaw Boulevard, and Century Boulevard and Broadway. Line 111 connects the transit center with Inglewood Transit Center. The K Line serves Downtown Inglewood and Fairview Heights stations. Check each line’s current route and stop for your destination.
From bus bays 1 and 2 at the LAX/Metro Transit Center, a free, frequent shuttle connects to all LAX terminals. Metro describes the shuttle as running on average every 10 minutes. Transfers are free within two hours when you tap to ride. Payment options include a TAP card, credit or debit card, Apple Wallet, and cash on buses.
If you’ll use local connections after arriving, Inglewood transit and local connections can help you plan the next leg.
What should you know about driving from LAX?
The estimated drive from LAX to Inglewood is about 11 minutes. For rental cars, LAX directs customers to purple Rental Car Shuttles signs outside baggage claim on the Lower/Arrivals level.
How should you choose your arrival option?
Choose between a direct pickup and public transit based on the kind of journey you’re planning. LAX-it is the designated area for taxis and the named ride-app services; Metro connects the airport transit center with Inglewood-area bus and rail stops. If you choose transit, confirm the route and stop for your specific destination before boarding.
For a car pickup, follow LAX’s directions to LAX-it. For Metro, check current line information and payment options with Metro before you travel, particularly if your plan depends on a specific stop or transfer. Hollywood Park Motel is about 36 minutes on foot or 6 minutes by car from Fairview Heights station.
FAQs
How long is the drive from LAX to Inglewood?
The estimated drive is about 11 minutes.
Where do Uber and Lyft pick up at LAX?
LAX directs passengers to the LAX-it lot next to Terminal 1. Uber and Lyft are among the services using that pickup area.
Does Metro connect LAX with Inglewood?
Yes. Metro bus and rail services from the LAX/Metro Transit Center connect with Inglewood-area stops and stations. Check the current route for your destination.