If you would rather hand over Bitcoin and leave with US dollars in your pocket, a cash trade in Los Angeles is the most direct way to do it. You agree a fair rate in a message, meet somewhere busy like Union Station, count the notes, and swap.
Where to meet in Los Angeles
- Union StationThe main rail hub downtown, with cafes, waiting halls, security patrols and a steady flow of travellers.
- The GroveBusy open-air shopping centre next to the Farmers Market, with cafes, seating and visible security.
- Westfield Century CityLarge upscale mall on the Westside with many restaurants, seating terraces and security staff.
- Los Angeles Central LibraryBig public library downtown with reading rooms and a cafe, a short walk from 7th Street/Metro Center.
Union Station is served by Metro B and D subway lines, the A and E light rail lines, Metrolink and Amtrak trains, and the LAX FlyAway bus.
Who trades cash here
People come in from Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood, Santa Monica, Koreatown, Glendale and Long Beach. Los Angeles had some of the first bitcoin ATMs in the US and a dense kiosk network, and a state cap of 1,000 USD per day on kiosk purchases pushes larger cash trades toward in-person deals.
Cash in Los Angeles
Cash made up about 14 percent of US consumer payments in 2025, and Los Angeles has large immigrant communities where cash remains common. A business receiving more than 10,000 USD in cash in one or related transactions must file IRS Form 8300.
Bitcoin ATMs in Los Angeles. California had more than 3,200 bitcoin ATMs listed on coinatmradar.com in late 2023, with Los Angeles the largest market. California law caps kiosk transactions at 1,000 USD per person per day. A California legislative analysis found kiosk fees of 12 to 25 percent above market value. Since 2025 operators may charge no more than 5 USD or 15 percent, whichever is greater. A cash meetup gives you the same banknotes without the machine fee, and you pick the place.
How a cash sale works
- 1. Tell us what you need. Use the form above with the coin, the amount and your Telegram username, or message @primebaseMBot on Telegram.
- 2. Agree the rate. We quote one clear price for the amount, against the live market. No account, no ID.
- 3. Meet at Union Station or another busy public spot in Los Angeles. We agree a time that suits both sides, in daylight when possible.
- 4. Swap. You send the crypto, the cash is counted out in front of you, both confirmed on the spot.
Staying safe
Buying rather than selling, or comparing with a machine? See the Bitcoin ATM alternative in Los Angeles.
Prefer a bank payout? You can also sell your Bitcoin for a bank transfer with on-chain escrow you can verify the whole time.
Questions people in Los Angeles ask
Is Union Station a good place to meet in LA?
It is central, open from early morning until late, and has cafes, seating and security. Parking is available but paid. It works well if one side is coming by Metrolink or Metro rail.
How much can I buy at a bitcoin ATM in California?
State law limits crypto kiosk transactions to 1,000 USD per person per day, and fees are capped at 5 USD or 15 percent, whichever is greater. Larger amounts are not possible at a kiosk.
How do I get downtown from LAX without a car?
Take the LAX FlyAway bus to Union Station, or the free shuttle to the Metro C Line and transfer. The FlyAway takes about 35 to 60 minutes depending on traffic.
Do I need ID to sell Bitcoin for cash in Los Angeles?
No. A cash sale in person is you selling coins you already own. There is no account and no ID step. You agree a price, meet, and swap US dollars for crypto.
Which coins can I sell for cash in Los Angeles?
Bitcoin first, and USDT, Litecoin and Monero on request. You are paid in US dollars, counted out in front of you.