El Monte Station is a local transit hub, but the name can refer to two different facilities: the City of El Monte Transit Station and the El Monte Metrolink station. Knowing which one you need helps you find the right bus, train, or local service; the station is about a 27-minute walk from this motel in El Monte.
- City Transit Station: 3679 Center Avenue; the departure point for the city’s five Trolley routes.
- Metrolink station: 10925 Railroad Street; serves the San Bernardino Line.
- Local option: Trolley rides cost $0.50, with weekday and weekend operating hours.
- On-demand option: City Dial-A-Ride requires advance reservations and has separate in-town and out-of-town fares.
Where is El Monte Station?
El Monte has two transit stations at separate addresses, so check the service name before heading out. The City of El Monte Transit Station is at 3679 Center Avenue, while the El Monte Metrolink station is at 10925 Railroad Street, El Monte, CA 91731.
The city is the owner of the Metrolink station, with an owner’s address at 3629 Cypress Avenue.
The City Transit Station is the departure point for the local Trolley. The Metrolink station serves trains on the San Bernardino Line and connects with several bus and local transit services. These are distinct facilities, not two names for the same platform area.
What services and connections can you use at El Monte Station?
The City Transit Station serves the city’s five fixed-route Trolley routes, while the Metrolink station connects rail passengers with regional and local transit. The City of El Monte operates the Trolley, and Metrolink identifies Foothill Transit, Metro buses, City commuter shuttles, the Trolley, and Metro Micro as connections at the train station.
At the Metrolink station, you’ll find bike racks and lockers, restrooms, and public phones. Valid tickets are required on all platforms and trains. Metro Micro is an on-demand rideshare in Los Angeles County service zones, with $1 rides and connections to Metro and Metrolink stations within its zone.
Foothill Transit’s El Monte Station store can help you get a TAP card, buy fares and passes, and obtain trip itineraries. For current boarding locations and service details, check the official site before you go.
How do you get between El Monte Station and the motel?
El Monte Station is about a 27-minute walk or a 4-minute drive from Aqua Inn. Before setting out, confirm whether your trip starts at the City Transit Station on Center Avenue or the Metrolink station on Railroad Street; the two facilities have different addresses and services.
El Monte has neighborhood destinations as well as transit connections, so you can plan local stops alongside your station trips.
How can you plan local trips without a car?
The Trolley and Dial-A-Ride provide local options, while the Metrolink station links with other transit operators. The City says Trolley buses leave the City Transit Station approximately every 40 minutes; consult route schedules before setting out. Trolley fares are $0.50 per ride. The service hours are Monday–Friday 6:00 a.m.–7:15 p.m. and Saturday–Sunday 9:20 a.m.–6:20 p.m.
City Dial-A-Ride has in-town and out-of-town service. In-town rides cost $0.50 each way and operate Monday–Friday 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. and Sunday 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.; there is no Saturday service. Out-of-town rides cost $1.00 each way and operate Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with no weekend service. Both services require reservations at least 24 hours ahead during business hours.
The City commuter shuttle runs Monday–Friday during peak morning commute periods and at midday, linking the Metrolink station with Flair Park Business District, the Civic Center, and the City Transit Station. Return trips to Metrolink run during peak afternoon and evening commutes. Hours, fares, and schedules can change, so check the official site before you go.
FAQs
Are the City Transit Station and El Monte Metrolink station the same place?
No. The City Transit Station is at 3679 Center Avenue, and the Metrolink station is at 10925 Railroad Street.
Which train line serves El Monte Metrolink station?
The station serves Metrolink’s San Bernardino Line. Valid tickets are required on its platforms and trains.
Can you reserve a Dial-A-Ride trip?
Yes. Both in-town and out-of-town Dial-A-Ride require reservations at least 24 hours ahead during business hours.