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    Mabel R.

    First time taking the Surfliner train to the Burbank airport and I didn't know what to expect since I hadn't read the reviews. However, my husband has taken this train to the Burbank airport and he says he enjoys taking the train. I've taken the Surfliner up the coast in the past and remember it being enjoyable as well. Please note: this train leaves right on time! You really need to be there at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure or you'll miss your ride. If you need help with luggage you also need to get there early. I purchased a Business Class seat which is upstairs and I had to pull heavy luggage by myself up the narrow stairway. Was not offered any help. This was fine for me but could be a turn off for others. Each stop along the way is pretty quick as well. They check your ticket after you've left and your in your seat. Not sure how they handle stowaways! There's plenty of seats and each seat is very roomy. The seats recline quite a bit considering they hardly recline on most airplanes; however, I'm not sure I could get a good night's sleep here on an overnight ride. The views are breathtaking and relaxing, especially for those of us who suffer from anxiety. There are no seat belts and the ride is pretty smooth. I loved seeing all the cars stopped in the road in order to let us pass, like we were special. Internet reception was very good and I could see myself being able to get a lot of work done. There is a foot rest and small table in front of you. There is one restroom on one end of the car and a complementary self serve beverage & snack station on the other. There is a Cafe on the lower level that is available for you to purchase items but with my short trip I didn't go check that out. The stop at Burbank is across the street from the actual airport. Before I arrive, an employee let me know my stop was coming up and even helped me with my luggage which was appreciated. When you exit the train, make a right and you'll get to the handicapped friendly down ramp to the crosswalk. Unfortunately, I wasn't told & learned the hard way. I made the mistake of going left and ended up having to wait for the train to leave so I could cross the tracks where there is a section to do so but is farther from the airport entrance. The walk is probably about 10 minutes max to the airport entrance if your hauling rolling luggage. Overall good experience and while I wouldn't recommend it for someone handicapped, I would do this again!

    Robert T.

    $50 to go to Oxnard business class, only four hours from San Diego. Why would you consider fighting LA traffic when you could be working, reading or resting? Amtrak is worth subsidizing!

    Harold S.

    This station is just the way I wish they all were. It's not too big and there's plenty of free temporary parking. There's an Amtrak ticket office here as well, which is not the case at many Amtrak stations. Finally, all the transportation systems serving Oxnard converge in this one spot, so you've got Metrolink, Greyhound, local buses and VCTC intercity buses that all leave from this one station as well. What could be more convenient.

    Jack F.

    I made plans to visit my (step)Mom, in Newport Beach, so I mapped out the journey & booked an on-line ticket with Amtrak for a 3 1/2 hour train trip from Oxnard station to Irvine station. Sounds odd for a car owner, doesn't it? The reason that I went via rail versus driving is as simple as this: &%#@ TRAFFIC! The prior weekend I had also visited and the trip took 3 hours there and 2 1/2 hours back - absolutely criminal & exhausting. I booked the standard seat ($23), then decided to upgrade to business class ($13) for a total ticket price of $36. This didn't sound bad at all considering that I'd get to relax, watch a DVD about Bengal tigers, finish a book on CD, then begin a draft on a Yelp review, while having a muffin, juice, & enjoying the view pass by my window. A very relaxing trip indeed. Positives: - Very comfortable seats - Clean - Very helpful staff - Lots of leg room - AC plug-ins (business class) - Clean restrooms - Food & beverages available - Great city views - Relaxing - It's a train trip, too! Negatives: - Needing transportation at the destination site. I could eliminate the above negative if I had planned better with NM so that she could have picked me up at the Irvine station. Instead I took a taxi to Newport Beach - $56! I will be using Amtrak for selected future transportation needs. I'd recommend that you check it out, too. Photos: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/mtnMGR1GqBclW7eldSGqNg?select=AXgPRrA1dy47_Vlj0543iw

    Shirley S.

    Great bargain to Los Angeles. But now, I see why. So far, the train is 30 minutes late...and counting

    The station in the morning
    Nick P.

    Although many homeless hang around the bus stop, they never bother the people in the train station or near the tracks. The staff is super nice and the facility is well maintained for the diversity of people that arrive. You can buy train and bus tickets along with snacks at a gift shop. Do not think this station is just a stop with a bench. I recommend all to stop on by and give this place a try to see this great country!

    Mariel E.

    I take the Metrolink to Csun which I prefer to driving.. Downside is that tickets are not available for purchase online only on site by the Metrolink stop. Make sure to come 20min early if u need to purchase ur ticket the train will leave without you!

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    Ventura - East Metrolink Station

    Ventura - East Metrolink Station

    2.5(4 reviews)
    4.0 mi

    Very, very small stop, a tad in the middle of nowhere. I wish the location for this Metrolink stop…read morewould have been in a more central spot in Ventura. This place is closer to Salzer's Records, Golff n Stuff then downtown area! No frills stop, no restroom, no facilities, no security. Just vending machines to get tickets. Too bad there's no Metrolink service during weekends to Ventura. Maybe they can consider adding it in the near future!

    I don't think we're supposed to know this is here. There are only two early trains into LA from…read morethe Ventura East Metrolink station each weekday morning (the early one departs at 4:47am!). It's as if the unassuming station, sleek trains, and dozens of convenient parking spaces are playing hide-and-seek in a nondescript industrial pocket located in the shadow of the 101. The conductor was nice, but seemed both surprised and proud of me for finding the station when I boarded. I've spoken to several folks born and raised in Ventura who were simply unaware that the Ventura East Metrolink station exists, which provides an opportunity to make a little cash with small stakes wagers that it's actually a real place. I've made about $12, to date. The Ventura East (aka "Hogsmeade") Metrolink station is a hidden gem, and my train trip into LA was a comfortable, convenient and quiet ride. But you didn't hear that from me.

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    Ventura Amtrak Station

    3.3(19 reviews)
    8.9 mi

    I love the location! It is across from the fairgrounds and walking distance to the beach and…read moredowntown. I live in Ventura and I love the train. Come visit our thrift stores, our shops, restaurants, bakeries, and what have you. Forget high gas prices and hop on the train. Don't forget there are discounts for students, military personnel, seniors, and groups. Parking is kind of weird at first. You drive as if you are going to park at the fairgrounds. If there is someone at the fairgrounds parking pay station, just let them know that you are driving through for Amtrak or just say Amtrak. I drive to the left to the exit. Then I park in the green and wait for my daughter or son to go or to arrive via train. The station is outside. Ventura has a mild climate so heat is rarely an issue. Sometimes the train is late. Yesterday, July 20th, they only announced that the southbound train was late. The northbound train was 55 minutes late. It wasn't announced. I recommend the train. I still want to master how to track the train online not via phone to check on train status.

    I'm giving this site 5 Stars, not because of any service or amenities, but because of how easy it…read moreis to get over here to Ventura and enjoy an extended holiday or day trip. The train drops you off right in front of the Ventura County Fairgrounds. This is a brief walk out to the beach area [for your beach day trips] or to some of the local hotels. Perfect walking distance to most of the Downtown Ventura shops and restaurants. Save yourself a lot of grief and turmoil from freeway driving. Take the train up and begin your adventure rested and ready to go. Frequent drop off times throughout the day. Ride the rails and enjoy!!

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    Moorpark Metrolink Station

    Moorpark Metrolink Station

    3.9(12 reviews)
    18.0 mi

    Public transportation in CA is not easy, but Metrolink was awesome! I wanted to get to the Burbank…read moreairport without spending a fortune. I got a ride to the Moorpark station, it is very easy to find, well marked and good signage from the 118 (Los Angeles Avenue). Lots of parking, but not much shade here. This station is not designed to protect you from either the sun or rain, so be prepared. They have vending machines here where you can purchase your ticket using either a credit card or cash. The AMTRAK train also stops here. I took the Metrolink straight to the Burbank Airport. The train had 4 cars, one car is designed and marked for bicycles, so it is easy to transport a bike here. The train was very clean, even had bathrooms! they are double decker trains and wheelchair friendly. I sat on the upper level and had a great view! The trip was smooth, fast and fairly quiet. I think it took about 30 minutes to Burbank. Each stop is fairly short so you have to be prepared to disembark at your station. The cars are air conditioned. The cost of my trip was $4.75!! can't beat that! The stop at the Burbank airport is right across the street from the rental car agencies. There were 2 vans waiting at the station to transport people to the airport so it is super easy to get straight to the airport. From Thousand Oaks there are free shuttles available that take you to the Moorpark station. They pick up at the Oaks Mall, Cal Lutheran, and a few other places, check TOT.org - not sure about the website. (Thousand Oaks Transit) for more information.

    We're on hold here due to a train up thr line that hit a person. Not sure when the tracks will…read morereopen.

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