From its beginning in 1973, Los Angeles' subway, light rail, and busway network has grown to 119 stations, spanning 155 miles (249 kilometers). This animated video takes you through the timeline of when new stations were opened, forming the Metro network that we know today.
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Los Angeles 801 A Blue line light rail
Los Angeles 802 B Red line subway
Los Angeles 803 C Green line light rail
Los Angeles 805 D Purple line light rail
Los Angeles 806 E Expo line light rail
Los Angeles 901 G Orange line busway
Los Angeles 910/950 J Silver line busway
Los Angeles K Pink line light rail
Los Angeles 810 El Monte busway
Los Angeles 809 Harbor Transitway