Navigating the Future: Exploring Subway Options for the UCLA Campus

UCLA, a vibrant and diverse campus community, is constantly evolving to meet the challenges of a changing world. As part of its commitment to sustainability and accessibility, UCLA Transportation is actively exploring and implementing various transportation solutions. These initiatives aim to provide safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible access and mobility for students, faculty, and staff.

UCLA Transportation: A Commitment to Sustainable Mobility

Mission UCLA Transportation supports the campus community by providing for safe and efficient access and mobility in an environmentally responsible manner. Their vision is to provide world-class services that support a vibrant, diverse campus community. Their values include respect, accountability, integrity, service excellence and a customer promise that customers are at the center of every service we provide and every decision we make.

UCLA Transportation produces an annual State of the Commute report highlighting the university's efforts to maintain sustainable transportation programs, analyze recent commute trends, and highlight notable achievements such as reducing the UCLA employee drive-alone rate to under 50%.

The Promise of the D Line Extension and Enhanced Connectivity

A major milestone is on the horizon. Metro’s D Line Extension Section 1 is set to open May 8, 2026, introducing three new underground stations to Wilshire/La Brea, Wilshire/Fairfax, and Wilshire/La Cienega. This long-anticipated expansion promises to revolutionize travel between Mid-Wilshire, Miracle Mile, Koreatown, Downtown Los Angeles, and the wider Metro system, offering faster, traffic-free trips. Riders will gain direct access to museums, jobs, healthcare, shopping, and neighborhood destinations along one of the region’s busiest corridors.

Bruins for Better Transit: Advocating for Improved Subway Access

Organizations like Bruins for Better Transit are actively involved in advocating for improved subway access to the UCLA campus. Michael Griffin, the co-director of Bruins for Better Transit, expressed excitement about the recommendation and the potential of Alternative five to significantly reduce travel times for UCLA students. Griffin, a fourth-year biology student, noted that Alternative five was one of the alternatives that USAC and Bruins for Better Transit has been campaigning for for the last couple of years. They’ve been attending Metro meetings and submitting public comment.

Delving into Subway Options: The Planning and Programming Committee's Role

The planning and programming committee will vote on whether or not to approve the recommendation, according to an LA Metro Board of Directors report.

Active Transportation Plan: Prioritizing Pedestrians and Cyclists

The UCLA Active Transportation Plan provides a framework to improve campus livability and safety by detailing policy and infrastructure initiatives that increase walking, biking, and other active forms of transportation. This plan underscores UCLA's commitment to creating a pedestrian and bicycle-friendly environment.

Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan: Embracing a Sustainable Future

UCLA Transportation recognizes and strives to meet the challenges presented by an ever-evolving world where zero-emissions vehicles usage and demand for charging points are steadily rising. As such, the EV Readiness Plan will guide equitable transportation investments that encourage a growing EV commuter base and ultimately foster a more sustainable future. This plan seeks to expand the university’s initiatives, charging infrastructure, and policies while delivering a set of operationally strategic goals and milestones.

Reducing Fleet Emissions: A Step Towards a Greener Campus

UCLA Transportation aims to reduce fleet greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by targeting vehicle type, vehicle fuel, and vehicle miles traveled. The Sustainable Transportation Plan operationalizes and extends the campus’ Climate Action Plan’s focus on reducing mobile source greenhouse gas emissions and improving campus livability.

Awards and Recognition: A Testament to Excellence

UCLA Transportation has received several awards, including:

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NAFA Fleet Management Association Green Fleet Award 2021
ACT Commuting Options in Public Transit Award 2021
International Parking & Mobility Institute Organization of the Year 2021

Subway (Restaurant) on Campus: A Culinary Option

Your local Los Angeles Subway® Restaurant at 617 Charles Young Drive East brings bold new flavors and classic favorites to guests every day. Enjoy our famous Footlongs, 6" sandwiches, wraps, and salads, ordered quickly in the app or online, through convenient delivery, in-restaurant dining, or curbside pickup. We’re proud to offer a fresh alternative to typical fast food with fresh-cut veggies, tasty proteins, fresh-baked bread, and delicious cookies.

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