LAX FlyAway Bus to Union Station

$9.75 one-way from any terminal lower level - follow green FlyAway signs. Buses every 15-30 minutes from 4:30 AM to 4:00 AM daily. Journey takes 45-60 minutes depending on traffic, but it's reliable and comfortable with luggage space.

Union Station to Hollywood

Take B Line (Red Line) northbound to Hollywood/Highland station. Just 6 stops, 12 minutes total. Exit at street level and you're in the heart of tourist Hollywood. Total journey cost: $11.50 versus $35-60 rideshare surge pricing.

Ultra-Budget Alternative

Take free LAX shuttle to Aviation/LAX Metro station (Green Line), then C Line to 7th/Metro Center, transfer to B Line northbound. Only $1.75 total but adds 30 minutes - worth it if you're seriously budget-conscious.

Buy a reloadable TAP card at any station vending machine - works on all buses and trains citywide. Don't let poor Spanish pronunciation intimidate you at Union Station; staff are used to confused tourists and very helpful. Rideshares surge constantly from LAX, especially evenings and weekends.