1. Ride-Sharing & Taxis/Uber/Lyft (typically 30-40 mins)
Walk or take the LAXit Shuttle to the designated pickup area for Uber, Lyft, or taxis.
2. Public Transit (typically >1 hour)
Take the FlyAway Bus to Union Station.
Transfer to the Metro Red or Purple Line to 7th St./Metro Center (3 stops).
Switch to the Metro E Line (Expo Line) toward Santa Monica.
Get off at:
Jefferson/USC Station (3 stops) – ~10-minute walk.
Expo Park/USC Station (4 stops) – ~12-minute walk.
Where to stay in LA:
There are several accommodations around the USC campus, as listed below. USC Hotel is located adjacent to USC campus, so it would be the most practical option for accessing the campus (though it is a little bit pricy).
USC Hotel: https://uschotel.usc.edu/
The Live Hotel: https://www.thelivehotel.com/
Garden Suite Hotel: https://gardensuitehotel.com/
Hollywood Inn Suites Hotel: https://hollywoodsuiteshotel.com/