Los Angeles Railway

The Los Angeles Railway (LARy) was a streetcar and trolley system that operated in Los Angeles from 1901 to 1963. It provided essential public transportation within the city, connecting neighborhoods and facilitating commuting before the dominance of automobiles. The system was known for its iconic red streetcars, which ran on tracks through city streets. Over time, the rise of bus transportation and car use led to the decline of the railway. Today, the LARy is remembered for its role in shaping Los Angeles’s urban development and transportation history.