Major Milestones Met in Delivering Faster, more Accessible Transit System for 2028 Olympic, Paralympic Games

With just 1,000 days until the world turns its eyes to the U.S. for the 2028 Games, LA Metro is proud to highlight the transformational progress being made. Metro’s investments of nearly $20 billion in federal, state and local funding to accelerate projects for America’s Games are already on track to help deliver a world-class experience for athletes, visitors and residents alike shaping the legacy these Games will leave behind.

“As we hit the 1,000-day mark, we are not just counting down, we are building up,” said Fernando Dutra, Metro Board Chair and City of Whittier Council Member. “The 2028 Games are an opportunity to showcase the best Los Angeles and the United States have to offer our guests from around the world. LA Metro’s progress reflects its commitment to a more connected and vibrant future, and a legacy that will serve our communities long after the Olympic flame has been extinguished.”

Metro is making historic progress on its Twenty-Eight by ’28 initiative, a comprehensive plan to enhance the region’stransit infrastructure in time for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. These key projects are not only improving everyday mobility across Los Angeles County but fueling the national, state and local economies by creating and sustaining jobs and supporting a wide range of contractors and small businesses from across the country.

Recent Highlights from this Year Include: 

• Rail-to-Rail Active Transportation Corridor (Completed in 2025)
• A new walking and biking path connecting South LA and Inglewood, linking the K and A Lines while improving access to schools, jobs and transit.
• LAX/Metro Transit Center Station (Completed in 2025) 
• A new hub connecting Metro Rail, local buses and airport shuttles, offering a direct route to and from LAX.
• A Line Foothill Extension to Pomona (Completed in 2025) 
• Adds 9.1 miles and four new stations—Glendora, San Dimas, La Verne and Pomona—expanding access to jobs, education and housing in the San Gabriel Valley.

Upcoming Milestones:

• D Line Extension to Westwood (Phase 1 in 2026)
• One of Metro’s most transformative projects, the D Line Subway Extension to Westwood is on track and critical to the success of the 2028 Games. Westwood will host the Olympic Village and major events. Without this extension, moving athletes, media and fans through LA’s busiest corridors would be nearly impossible.
• I-5 North Capacity Enhancement (Coming 2027)
• We’re upgrading the I-5 in North LA County by adding carpool lanes and expanding space for trucks. These improvements will create a safer, smoother drive for both local commuters and travelers on this busy freeway corridor.

Other Highlights of Major Milestones:

• A Line “New Blue” Improvements (Completed in 2019)
• Upgraded the rail line from Downtown LA for better speed, reliability and rider experience.
• J Line Bus Rapid Transit Upgrades (Completed in 2020)
• Improved connections from the San Gabriel Valley to Downtown LA and other event venues.
• K Line (Crenshaw/LAX Line) Service (Completed in 2022)
• A new six-mile line connecting key Metro Rail lines with access to LAX.
• Regional Connector (Completed in 2023)
• Linked multiple rail lines for easier travel between East LA, Downtown, Santa Monica, South LA and Long Beach—essential for moving thousands of spectators across the region.
• Eastside Access Improvements (Completed in 2023)
• Enhanced walking, biking and rolling access near Little Tokyo/Arts District Station for spectators and Games staff.
• Rosecrans/Marquardt Grade Separation (Completed in 2024)
• A new bridge in Santa Fe Springs improves traffic flow and safety by separating road and rail traffic.
• Emergency Security Operations Center (Completed in 2025)
• State of the Art, unified command facility for 24/7 enhanced safety and security of the Metro system.

“As we mark 1,000 days until the 2028 Games, we are proud of the progress we’ve made and energized by the work ahead,” said Metro CEO, Stephanie Wiggins. “The improvements we’re making now are not just for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, they’re investments that ensure that the momentum we’ve built will continue long after the closing ceremonies.”

Metro is also investing in community-focused projects through USDOT funding spanning over 20 projects in 11 cities and four unincorporated communities. These efforts include:

• 71 miles of dedicated bus lanes
• Improved first/last mile options
• Five new mobility hubs combining multiple travel choices

Metro continues to collaborate closely with LA28, Congress, the federal government, the City of Los Angeles, regional agencies and community stakeholders to align efforts and deliver a unified safe transportation vision that will make America proud.

For more information about Metro’s 2028 Games preparations, please visit https://www.metro.net/2028games/

About Metro

The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) is building the most ambitious transportation infrastructure program in the United States and is working to greatly improve mobility through its Vision 2028 Plan. Metro is the lead transportation planning and funding agency for L.A. County and carries nearly 1 million boardings daily on four light rail and two subway lines and 119 bus lines utilizing 2,000 low-emission buses.

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