Sunset Bl Bus Priority Lanes

Improving weekday bus service for Hollywood neighborhoods and beyond

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Project Type

Bus

Current Phase

Planning

Estimated Project Completion

TBD

Metro is proposing peak-hour bus priority lanes along 4.3 miles of Sunset Bl from Vermont Av to Havenhurst Dr. The project would convert existing curbside lanes into bus and right-turn-only lanes weekdays from 7–10am and 3–7pm. Two general traffic lanes and parking would remain during off-peak hours. This project would improve travel for over 20,000 daily riders on Metro’s bus Line 2, enhance connections to the B Line and key corridors, and benefit more than 111,000 residents and 55,900 jobs nearby. As part of Metro’s NextGen Bus Plan, it helps create a faster, safer and more reliable transit network by using existing street space more efficiently.

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What is the Sunset Bl Bus Priority Lanes Project?

Metro is proposing peak-hour bus lanes on Sunset Bl from Vermont Av to Havenhurst Dr to speed up Metro Line 2 service and improve reliability for more than 20,000 daily riders.

When will the new lanes be in effect?

Bus lanes would operate on weekdays from 7–10 a.m. and 3–7 p.m. Parking will not be allowed during these hours.

Will general traffic still be able to use Sunset Bl?

Yes. Two lanes in each direction will remain open. Drivers can also use the bus lane to make right turns.

Will this affect street parking?

Yes, but only during peak hours. Street parking will still be available midday, overnight and on weekends.

Who benefits from this project?

Riders, pedestrians and cyclists will see faster, safer trips. The project improves access to key destinations like Children’s Hospital LA and the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

How does this fit into Metro’s larger goals?

It supports Metro’s NextGen Bus Plan by making buses faster and more reliable, while helping move more people with existing street space.

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