D Line Subway Extension Project – Section 3

Connecting Downtown LA, UCLA, and the VA Medical Center with fast, reliable subway service to the Westside.

Illustration of Purple Line Extension - Section 3 with passengers at station at street level.

Current Phase

Construction

Estimated Project Completion

2027

Section 3 extends the D Line 2.6 miles west with new underground stations at Westwood/UCLA and Westwood/VA Hospital. Once complete, the full extension will improve access to major job centers, hospitals, schools, and residential communities, offering a fast, sustainable alternative to driving.

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Illustration of Purple Line Extension - Section 3 with passengers at station at street level.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Section 3 of the D Line Extension?

Section 3 is the final phase of Metro’s D Line extension, adding two underground stations at Westwood/UCLA and Westwood/VA Hospital.

How is this project funded?

Section 3 is funded by Measure M, Measure R, SB 1, and over $1.3 billion in federal New Starts grants.

How will this extension benefit the community?

It improves access to UCLA, the VA, jobs, education, and healthcare while reducing traffic and emissions.

Will there be construction impacts?

Yes. Metro provides advance notice of temporary street or sidewalk closures and works to minimize disruptions.

How is construction being done?

Crews are tunneling underground and excavating stations using specialized equipment to limit surface impacts.

Contact Information

Email: metrodline@metro.net
Phone: 213.922.6934