Pico station
| Company type | Light rail station |
|---|---|
| Industry | Public transportation |
| Founded | July 14, 1990 |
| Headquarters | Los Angeles , United States |
Area served | South Park and Figueroa/Convention District, Los Angeles |
| Products | Metro Rail services |
Pico station is a ground-level light rail stop within the Los Angeles Metro Rail network, situated at the junction of Flower Street and Pico Boulevard. This station primarily serves the neighborhoods of South Park and the Figueroa/Convention District. Southbound bus services stop on Flower Street directly opposite the station, while northbound buses pick up passengers one block west on Figueroa Street.
The official designation of this stop is Pico/Chick Hearn station, named in honor of the longtime Los Angeles Lakers broadcaster Chick Hearn. On April 13, 2016, it was temporarily renamed "Kobe station" to commemorate basketball legend Kobe Bryant’s final game. Additionally, it was briefly rebranded as "LeBron Station" to celebrate LeBron James joining the Lakers roster.
History
The station commenced operations on July 14, 1990, alongside the launch of the Blue Line (now known as the A Line), marking its opening with celebratory events. It functioned as the northern endpoint until February 1991, when the 7th St/Metro Center Station began service.
Looking ahead to the 2028 Summer Olympics, Pico station is expected to facilitate transportation for attendees heading to venues such as the Los Angeles Convention Center, Crypto.com Arena, and Peacock Theater.
Station layout
Pico station features an at-grade island platform tailored for Metro’s light rail vehicles. Its main access point is located at the northeast corner of Flower Street and Pico Boulevard.
In late 2011, safety enhancements including gates and flashing lights were introduced as part of Expo Line upgrades. Further modifications occurred in 2018 to improve accessibility and handle increased passenger volumes due to neighborhood growth. In preparation for the upcoming 2028 Olympics, Metro has explored options to either enlarge the station’s capacity or move it underground. Discussions about funding these improvements have involved potential revenue from a proposed congestion pricing scheme within Downtown Los Angeles.
Just north of Pico station lies the Flower Street Tunnel, which connects it to the 7th St/Metro Center Station along Flower Street. The tunnel entrance is situated near 11th Street.
Connections
As of , connections available at Pico station include:[1][2]
- LADOT Commuter Express: *, *, *, *, *
- LADOT DASH: F
- Los Angeles Metro Bus: , , Express
- Torrance Transit: 4X*
- Note: * denotes commuter routes operating only during weekday peak periods.*
Notable places nearby
Several significant commercial and entertainment destinations are within walking distance:
- California Hospital Medical Center
- Circa Complex
- Crypto.com Arena
- Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, Los Angeles Campus
- L.A. Live
- Los Angeles Convention Center
- Oceanwide Plaza
- Peacock Theater
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