Directions from LAX to Pasadena on Mass Transit

From LAX, follow the "Ground Transportation" signs, to an outdoor waiting area. Cross to the median. Stand under the green sign, which reads "Flyaway, Buses, & Long Distance Vans".

The Flyaway Express bus to Union Station comes every 30 min. Make sure you get the bus to "Union Station" (NOT Van Nuys or Westwood.) The Flyaway takes the freeway carpool lane to Union Station, nonstop, duration 25-40 min. When you arrive, buy your $7 ticket at the kiosk.

Walk down the bus plaza and into Union Station. Follow "Gold Line" signs. Buy a ticket ($1.50) from the machine. Take the Northbound Gold Line train, which should be signed for Sierra Madre. You'll be on the train for 22 min. Get off at Lake Station. Climb the stairs, and walk uphill on Lake St. Take a left onto Santa Barbara St., walk 50 yards, and you're at our front door. Alternatively, walk to your hotel from Lake Station.

Schedules: The LAX Flyaway bus runs every half-hour, except for hourly service 1am-5am, and extra buses in the morning. Click "Union Station" for the current schedule. The Gold Line serves Pasadena until ~midnight, with trains every ~15 min (10 min in commuter hours.) Gold Line schedule.