Montclair Metrolink Station is a station at 5091 Richton Street in the city of Montclair, California, and opened on November 15, 1993. It also provides crucial commuter rail service from San Bernardino to Los Angeles Union Station. The station offers a park and ride with 1,650 parking spaces, bus connections to Foothill Transit and Omnitrans buses, and a bike station.
Inland Empire residents find it convenient and centrally located to Montclair Plaza and other commercial centers. The station features covered waiting and seating areas, ticket vending machines, and is in complete compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), making it visually attractive for daily users.
Montclair Metrolink Station
The Montclair Metrolink Station (branded as Montclair Transcenter on some maps) is a large intermodal transit center in Montclair, California. It is one of the busiest transfer points for Inland Empire Metrolink commuters into Los Angeles County, with connections to Metrolink trains, several bus lines and extended light rail service planned in the future.
Location & Ownership
- Verbiage: 5111 Benito Street, StreetMontclair, CA 91763
- Owned by: City of Montclair
- Opened: February 22, 1993
- RAIL LINE→ Metrolink San Bernardino Line
- Platforms: 2 side platforms
- Tracks: 2
- Accessibility: Full ADA-compliant
Parking Facilities
There are large parking allocations available at the station itself:
- Parking spots: 1,600 total, 32 accessible
- Cost: Free for all passengers
- Overnight Parking: Permitted
- Parking lots (three are available)
The parking areas are equipped to handle future transit expansions such as an extension of the Los Angeles Metro Rail A Line. The common parking garage will include EV chargers, as well as bicycle racks and enhanced bus drop-off space.
Station Amenities
- Restrooms: Available
- Public Phones: Available
- Child Care Center: On-site
- Safety – Frequent Patrols By Local Law Enforcement
- Bike Parking: Bicycle racks and lockers
Train Services
- Montclair Station: Metrolink San Bernardino Line service
- Weekday Service: Trains at regular intervals connecting to Los Angeles Union Station and to San Bernardino.
- Limited no. of trains with connections to major destinations and Weekend service
It is also a planned terminal for the future extension of the Los Angeles Metro Rail A Line, scheduled to be completed in 2030. This extension will run from Montclair through Pasadena and into downtown Los Angeles via light rail.
Transit Connections
The Montclair Transcenter provides convenient connections to a variety of bus services:
- Related: Foothill Transit: All Routes including Silver Streak
- Omnitrans — Routes 66, 84, 85, 88
- Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) — Route 204
- Rally: Rideshare services based on events
It is also the border between Foothill Transits service area to the west and Omnitrans service area to the east. For one outbound transfer from the station, each agency accepts the other’s pass.
Nearby Attractions
- Montclair Place: A shopping mall that is home of number of other their retailers, dining, and entertainment venues.
- Claremont Village: A nearby neighborhood with boutique shops, art galleries, and restaurants.
- Montclair Civic Center: The Civic Center is home to city government offices and community events.
Montclair Metrolink Station Schedule
| Train No. | To L.A. Union Station | To San Bernardino |
|---|---|---|
| 300 | 4:32 AM | - |
| 302 | 5:10 AM | - |
| 304 | 5:45 AM | - |
| 306 | 6:20 AM | - |
| 308 | 6:55 AM | - |
| 310 | 7:30 AM | - |
| 312 | 8:05 AM | - |
| 314 | 8:40 AM | - |
| 316 | 9:15 AM | - |
| 318 | 10:15 AM | - |
| 320 | 11:15 AM | - |
| 322 | 12:15 PM | - |
| 324 | 1:15 PM | - |
| 326 | 2:15 PM | - |
| 328 | 3:15 PM | - |
| 330 | 4:15 PM | - |
| 332 | 5:15 PM | - |
| 334 | 6:15 PM | - |
| 336 | 7:15 PM | - |
| 338 | 8:15 PM | - |
| 301 | - | 5:20 AM |
| 303 | - | 6:00 AM |
| 305 | - | 6:35 AM |
| 307 | - | 7:10 AM |
| 309 | - | 7:45 AM |
| 311 | - | 8:20 AM |
| 313 | - | 8:55 AM |
| 315 | - | 9:30 AM |
| 317 | - | 10:30 AM |
| 319 | - | 11:30 AM |
| 321 | - | 12:30 PM |
| 323 | - | 1:30 PM |
| 325 | - | 2:30 PM |
| 327 | - | 3:30 PM |
| 329 | - | 4:30 PM |
| 331 | - | 5:30 PM |
| 333 | - | 6:30 PM |
| 335 | - | 7:30 PM |
| 337 | - | 8:30 PM |
| 339 | - | 9:30 PM |
Q: Is the Montclair Civic Center (Metrolink station) in 3, California, United States?
Answer: The Metrolink Station is situated at 5091 Richton Street, Montclair, CA 91763, adjacent to the Montclair TransCenter and just a bit east of Montclair Plaza.
Q: Which Metrolink line goes to Montclair Station?
Answer: The station is served by the San Bernardino Line, and the ACE trains leave from tracks in the center of the Amtrak station.
Q: What bus service operates at Montclair Station?
Answer: The station serves as a transfer point between:
- Omnitrans Service in San Bernardino County bne), one way.
- Foothill Transit (service in Los Angeles County)
- RTA (Riverside Transport Authority)
Q. Are there bicycle parking spaces or bike lockers at Montclair Station?
Answer: Yes, Montclair Station provides bike racks and senior bike lockers, as well as easy access for bike riders who use to commute.
Q. What are the shopping and dining options near Montclair Station?
Answer: Yes, it is walking distance to Montclair Place Mall with lots of shopping and dining, a movie theater and national retailers.