When the Blue Line opened in 1990, it marked the first time Los Angeles had rail transit in nearly three decades. Another three decades later, the A Line was joined to the northern section of the L line via new connecting stations downtown, turning it into the world’s longest light rail line. Today it serves 44 stations and 48.5 miles of track between Long Beach and Azusa. This year, four additional stations will open — Glendora, San Dimas, La Verne/Fairplex and Pomona North — making the line ev

PRO TIP: to avoid lines at the TAP machines at Metro stations on the day of the parade, purchase fare on your phone ahead of time. Here’s how: iPhone Open the Apple Wallet app on your iPhone and tap the “ ” Select ‘Transit Card,’ then select TAP Add fare with a double click of the side button Tap at bus farebox or validator at rail stations & ride! Android Download the TAP App from Google Play Sign in or create a TAP account Follow prompts to “Add a TAP Card on Your Phone” and add fare Tap at bu