From LAX to Universal Studios Hollywood
From LAX to Universal
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is in the south-west of the city, while Universal Studios Hollywood is in the north. That means you travel right across Los Angeles. How long it takes depends heavily on the traffic.
By car, taxi or ride-hailing app
According to Universal, this is the route: follow the signs to the 105 and drive east, take the 110 (Harbor Freeway) north and, after Downtown, join the 101 (Hollywood Freeway) heading north. Take the Universal Studios Blvd. exit and follow the signs to the park.
A taxi or ride-hailing app takes the same route. A hire car is handy if you also want to visit the beaches or Disneyland, although you do have to pay for parking at the park.
By Metro
Since June 2025 there has been the LAX/Metro Transit Center, served by LA Metro's C Line and K Line. Airport shuttle buses run between the terminals and the station; LAX is also building a people mover to connect the station with the terminals. Check beforehand how things work at the time. From the station you travel with at least one change to the B Line, which stops at Universal City/Studio City.
Plan your route with the Trip Planner on metro.net. With luggage and after a long flight, a taxi or ride-hailing app is often more comfortable.
Rush hour
Avoid the morning and evening rush hours if you can. That's when traffic in Los Angeles often grinds to a halt.
Plan ahead
Check your route with Metro's Trip Planner or a navigation app with live traffic information.
Stay nearby
If you arrive late, stay the night in Universal City or Hollywood. That way you'll be at the park quickly the next morning.