The Paris Métro (Grand Paris Express) is a large-scale, technologically advanced project designed to serve a high volume of passengers with a focus on automation, accessibility, and comfort. The Los Angeles Metro (K Line) is a smaller, more localized line that prioritizes safety, cleanliness, and integration with existing transit systems.
| Attribute | Paris Métro (Grand Paris Express) | Los Angeles Metro (K Line) |
|---|---|---|
| Route length (km) | 200 kilometers (120 miles) | 17.7 |
| Number of stations | 68 new stations | 13 |
| Average daily ridership | 2 million to 3 million passengers daily | 7,916 (weekday, June 2025) |
| Accessibility for disabled passengers | The new Grand Paris Express lines (15, 16, 17, and 18) will be entirely accessible. All stations are designed for full accessibility, including spaces for wheelchairs and prams in every car and wheelchair-accessible entrances. | ADA accessibility was a priority in the design of all stations |
| Frequency of service during peak hours | Trains are planned to arrive every 2 to 3 minutes on some lines. | Every 10 minutes |
| Ticket pricing and payment options | Not available | The standard Metro base fare applies |
| Integration with other transit systems | 80% of Grand Paris Express stations will connect with existing RER, metro, tram, and bus networks. | Connects to the E Line at Expo/Crenshaw station. Connects to the C Line at the LAX/Metro Transit Center. Future northern extension planned to connect to the D (Purple) and B (Red) Lines. |
| Air conditioning availability | All carriages are equipped with high-performance heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems. | Not available |
| Real-time train tracking and information | The Grand Paris Express is designed to be a fully digitized system. | Real-time updates and tracking are available through the Transit app |
| Cleanliness and maintenance of stations | All the stations of the Grand Paris Express will have a distinctive architectural design and are designed for passenger comfort. | The K Line is considered the safest and cleanest light rail line on the Metro system |
| Safety and security measures | The metro will be outfitted with high-end security cameras to monitor and protect passengers. There are robust security and safety features integrated throughout the metro, including an advanced ventilation system, an extensive CCTV network, emergency stopping mechanisms, and dedicated passenger evacuation tunnels. | Security cameras are installed across the system. Improved lighting at stations. Law enforcement officers patrol buses, trains, and stations. Metro Transit Security Officers enforce the code of conduct and fare payment. Metro Ambassadors assist passengers and report issues. "See Something, Say Something" campaign. |
| Expansion plans and future development | The Grand Paris Express project includes the extension of existing Line 14 and the construction of four new lines (15, 16, 17, and 18). The constructed lines are planned to open in stages until 2031. | Southern extension to Torrance Regional Transit Center, with groundbreaking scheduled for 2026 and opening between 2030-2033. Northern extension to Hollywood with potential routes under consideration. |