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Metro K Line drops you 10 minutes from the stadium. Here's every option — by rail, rideshare, and car — with match day timing.

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Getting to SoFi Stadium

SoFi Stadium has notoriously limited road access for an NFL-size venue — match days will be brutal for drivers. Use the Metro K Line, FIFA shuttles, or rideshare with a long buffer. Walking from a hotel in Inglewood is the easiest option of all.

Recommended
Metro Rail + Free SoFi Shuttle from LAX/Metro Transit Center (Bay 8)
$1.75 each way · NEW for 2025-26 — fans rate it the best option
The smart 2026 move: take Metro K Line or C Line to the new LAX/Metro Transit Center (opened 2025), then board the free SoFi Shuttle from Bus Bay 8 — runs every 5–8 min starting 3h15min pre-match. Fans rate this materially better than walking from Downtown Inglewood K Line (~1 mi / 15-20 min). Alternative: K Line to Fairview Heights Station (~10 min walk) or Downtown Inglewood Station + walk. From Downtown LA, take the A or E Line south, transfer to the K. The Inglewood Transit Connector (the "people mover") is NOT open for 2026 — it's targeted for the 2028 Olympics.
Pros
  • Cheapest option at $1.75 each way
  • Avoids LA traffic completely
  • NEW LAX/Metro Transit Center + Bay 8 free shuttle
  • Extra trains on match days
Cons
  • 10-min walk from Downtown Inglewood Station
  • Post-event shuttle queues 30-60 min
  • Last train ~midnight (check schedule for evening matches)
Metro Direct Bus from 13 Origin Hubs (NEW for 2026)
$1.75 each way · runs up to 3 hr pre-match through 2 hr post
LA Metro is running a brand-new 13-origin-point Metro Direct Bus network specifically for the World Cup — covers Union Station, Long Beach, Santa Monica, North Hollywood, Pierce College, Harbor Gateway TC, Hawthorne/Lennox, Crenshaw, El Camino College, ARCTIC Anaheim, Newport TC, Torrance TC, and Culver City TC. $1.75 each way. Runs up to 3 hr pre-match through 2 hr post. Far broader than NFL gameday Metro service — Metro requested +330 buses + $25M federal funding for the World Cup.
Pros
  • 13 hubs across LA County + Anaheim/Newport
  • $1.75 each way — same as rail
  • Direct stadium drop-off, no rail transfer
Cons
  • Subject to road traffic on match days
  • Fixed schedule (3 hr pre to 2 hr post)
Inglewood Park & Go (best cheap-driver option)
From ~$59 via ParkWhiz · 15-min shuttle to stadium
If you must drive, the city-run Inglewood Park & Go is the affordable winner. Park at a remote Inglewood lot, take a 15-min shuttle to the Inglewood Intermodal Transit Facility (next to SoFi). Shuttle starts 3h15min pre-match. ParkWhiz lists Park & Go from $59 early-bird — far cheaper than on-site SoFi parking. Reliable, well-run, fan-recommended.
Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)
$30–80 from Downtown · longer if traffic-jammed
Rideshare works well from anywhere in LA but match-day prices surge significantly. SoFi has designated rideshare drop-off and pickup zones, but the surrounding streets clog before and after matches — your driver may need to drop you a few blocks away. Allow 60–90 minutes from Downtown LA on match days.
Pros
  • Door-to-door from anywhere
  • Good for groups + luggage
  • Flexible departure timing
Cons
  • Severe price surge on match days
  • Long post-match wait (15–30 min)
  • Stuck in traffic on the 405 and surrounding streets
Driving & Parking — Don't Park on Inglewood Streets
$80–$300 official FIFA parking · arrive 3+ hours early
FIFA on-site SoFi Stadium parking is sold via JustPark on the official portal: $80–$150+ general (most common rate ~$100), $250 for group-stage matches, up to $300 for premium matches (the USA's opener and the quarterfinal), per The Athletic — and many lots involve a roughly 22-minute walk to the stadium. Pre-purchase is essential; day-of parking is rarely available. WARNING: Do NOT park on Inglewood residential streets — permits are strictly enforced and towing is aggressive. Off-site Inglewood Park & Go (with shuttle) from $59 via ParkWhiz is the locals' choice. Tailgating is heavily restricted vs. NFL norms (no grills in many lots, no canopies) — assume no traditional tailgate.
Pros
  • Tailgate experience
  • Convenient for families/strollers
  • Useful if you have a rental for the trip
Cons
  • Brutal post-match exit traffic (1–2 hrs)
  • Must pre-purchase parking passes
  • No drinking and driving

By Rail

Metro K Line Routes

The K Line is your primary route to SoFi Stadium. It runs north-south through Inglewood, connecting to the rest of LA Metro at Expo/Crenshaw (E Line) on the north end and at the LAX/Metro Transit Center on the south end.

LAX (via free shuttle)
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Downtown Inglewood
~30 min
$1.75 · K Line + 10-min walk
Downtown LA (Union Station)
→
Downtown Inglewood
~45 min
$1.75 · A → E → K Line
Hollywood (Hollywood/Vine)
→
Downtown Inglewood
~60 min
$1.75 · B → A → E → K Line
Santa Monica (Downtown SM)
→
Downtown Inglewood
~50 min
$1.75 · E → K Line

Match Day Rail Tips

01
Get a TAP Card
Buy a TAP card at any Metro station vending machine for $2 plus fare. Reloadable, scans at every turnstile, and works on every Metro Rail line plus most Metro buses. Avoid fumbling for cash on match day.
02
Allow 90+ Minutes from Downtown
On match days, Metro K Line trains are packed. Plan to arrive at the stadium 90 minutes before kickoff. Allow extra boarding time at busy transfer stations (Expo/Crenshaw and 7th St/Metro Center).
03
Post-Match Strategy
After the match, the Downtown Inglewood K Line station fills very quickly. Walk toward the platform early or grab food/drinks nearby and wait 30–45 minutes for crowds to thin before boarding.
04
Late-Night Matches
For evening kickoffs, check the K Line's last train. LA Metro typically extends service for major events but confirm timing via the LA Metro app before you commit.

From Your Hotel

Match Day Playbook

From Inglewood Hotels
Walk or take a 5-minute rideshare. Inglewood hotels are within 1 mile of SoFi. Best logistics in LA.
From Downtown LA Hotels
Metro A → E → K Line, ~45 min. Or rideshare 30–60 min depending on traffic. Use Metro on match days.
From Hollywood Hotels
Metro B → A → E → K Line, ~60 min. Allow extra time. Or rideshare 35–75 min.
From Santa Monica
Metro E → K Line, ~50 min. Rideshare 35–70 min depending on the 405. Metro is more reliable.

Parking at SoFi

FIFA on-site SoFi Stadium parking is sold via JustPark: $80–$150+ general, $250 group-stage, up to $300 for premium matches (USA's opener and the quarterfinal). Several official lots involve a ~22-minute walk to the stadium. Do NOT park on Inglewood residential streets — towing is aggressive. The fan-tested cheap-driver alternative is Inglewood Park & Go from $59 via ParkWhiz with a 15-min shuttle to the Inglewood Intermodal Transit Facility next to SoFi. Most fans skip driving entirely — the K Line/C Line + free Bay 8 shuttle from the LAX/Metro Transit Center is faster and a fraction of the cost.

SoFi Parking Info ↗ Stadium Directions ↗

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