Very vintage. And not particularly well maintained. Visible damage to the sitting areas, which…read moreappears to be relatively recent (the tile work is damaged, possibly abused by skateboarders or rollerbladers or finally succumbed to the elements over time). I did not spend too much time here to explore, it was just a terminal bus hub to transfer between different SoCal bus services I utilized on my last trip flying to Ontario Airport (the lesser known one in California, not the one in Canada) and heading to LA County. Going on a tangent: So from my personal experience and also to prove that it can be done frugally, I booked the cheapest flight I could find ($20 on Frontier and opted out of all of their up charges for a one-way flight from LAS to ONT) with just my half empty backpack, then $2 for Bus 61 from the airport to this location to catch a transfer on Bus 482 ($1.75) to get to Puente Hills Mall. Time in the air about 50 minutes, and almost 2 hours riding on the buses and waiting for the transfer. The total opposite of glamorous travel, but it is definitely doable. Never did the broke college backpacking overseas routine when I was younger, but I think this qualifies as a similar experience with the aid of apps to plan and navigate your way around. So 3 stars. As a terminal stop for multiple bus lines and routes, this place is definitely A-Ok. And is a scenic location for modeling photoshoot as you can see from the Yelp photos uploaded for this "business".

Pomona station is served by Amtrak's Sunset Limited/Texas Eagle and the Metrolink Riverside Line…read more This is one of two train stations in Pomona, the other being Pomona-North station, which is served by Metrolink's San Bernardino Line. If you visit the Amtrak website and look at the page about Pomona station, you'll see that it describes the station as "Train Station - Platform only (no shelter)" which is strange because when I visited, there was definitely a station building! I peeked through the window and saw a waiting area with benches and a drinking fountain. I tried the door, and it was locked, but then a security guard noticed me and asked me what I needed. I asked if there was a bathroom I could use, and he hesitated and said no and that the station was currently closed, which leads me to think the station does indeed open but probably only right before there's an Amtrak train scheduled to depart or arrive. I was there on a Wednesday at around 8:30 PM whereas the Amtrak train only departs Pomona thrice weekly (on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays) and not until 10:41 PM. Anyway, the security guard then told me if I really needed to go, "honestly, I'd just go in the bushes over there." I had a good laugh about this, and I eventually did find a restroom and did not have to go in the bushes. The building itself looks nice from the outside. It's built in the Spanish Colonial Revival style with red clay roof tiles and stucco walls, and it feels very southern California. More eye-catching, though, is the pedestrian bridge, which allows you to get from one side of the tracks to the other. There are teal domes adorning either end and similarly colored wrought-iron gating throughout. My research shows that this bridge was a $1.3 million project! In terms of the layout of the tracks, if you're taking a Metrolink train, you actually will NOT be waiting station-side. All Metrolink trains (inbound and outbound) board on the opposite side by W 1st St. Amtrak trains board station-side. Also by the station is the Pomona Transit Center, which is served by several Foothill Transit buses including Silver Streak.

Started trip to LA. Left my car here, free parking on weekends. Mertrolink or A Line to LA, last…read morestop is Long Beach. Around the corner and the next stop on the A line is Fairplex La Verne stop-where I had previously had someone drop me off at. Purchased tap card at the station before heading out, paid for a day pass.

Opening in Pomona on Sept 19, 2025, the Pomona North Metro Station of the Los Angeles Metro A Line…read moreis now (temporarily) the North Terminus of the longest metro line in the US. I had the opportunity to take most of the 58 miles (45 of the 48 stops) to it from my home in DTLB the day after its opening, taking a bit over 2 hours. The new area is a platform North of the existing Metrolink (commuter rail) station, connected by a pedestrian walkway. All of it is above ground, with some shaded areas. It uses the new modern turnstiles (plexiglass paddles). But as Metro does during new station openings, rides were free during the long weekend, and all the paddles were in the open position. There were also a ton of Metro employees milling around, hopefully enjoying the socialization and California sun. The station is set-up with one shared platform, with both sides marked as going to Long Beach. It has been really impressive that all the signage (electronic and permanent) had been changed to reflect the end point being Pomona North (instead of the previous Azusa station). The station looked and felt new, and there were plenty of families out using it on this weekend. It was also interesting to people watch as the makeup of people changed while moving from the South Bay, through Central LA and Downtown, across the San Gabriel Valley, and deeper into the Inland Empire.

Nice village with lots of options for food and drink. RESTROOM at the station may not be available…read morebecause it houses an art museum and it was CLOSED on 7/15/26.

Ah, the Claremont Metrolink Station! A most curious depot, where iron horses of your modern age…read morearrive not with the thunderous snort of steam but with the quiet hum of electricity, gliding in as if ashamed to disturb the doves perched upon its mission-style roof. In my day, a station was a place of sweat and soot, where the air reeked of coal and the ground trembled beneath the weight of industry. Here, however, one finds a charming relic of 1927, its arches and tiles whispering of old Spain while inside dwells not the clamor of baggage men but, of all things, a museum of art! Imagine, waiting for one's transport while gazing at paintings instead of chickens being herded aboard. The convenience, too, is staggering--carriages of steel await with tickets conjured from glowing machines, where once I would have argued with a surly clerk scribbling in ledgers. The surroundings are pleasant and civilized, with cafés and markets close at hand; one might step off the train and be sipping a cappuccino within minutes, rather than gnawing on a hard biscuit beside the stables. Yet, I confess, the frequency of these trains is less than I should hope--one must time their arrival with a precision equal to a musket shot, lest they find themselves waiting longer than a sermon. Still, compared to the rutted wagons and bone-jarring rides of my own age, this station is a marvel, a polished portal between town and city. Four stars, then--not perfection, but a most respectable balance of beauty and utility, where past and present clasp hands across the tracks.

It was really nice to park my car here and then take this A line metro rail from LaVerne to Pico…read moreStreet in LA, only a 5 min walk from the Pico Station to Crypto Arena. It's about 26 stops. Train was more clean and more secure than the last time I rode it from Azusa to Pico a few months back. The station is nice and new. It's really secure as you need to hit the tap card before you can enter. I recommend this station. You have to pay to park Monday thru Friday, but weekends and holidays are free parking. I will use again!

Opening in September 19, 2025, as part of the 4 station (9.1 mile) expansion of the LA Metro Blue…read moreinto Pomona, the La Verne/Fairplex Metro Station is an above ground platform servicing both West and Eastbound metro lines coming/going from downtown Los Angeles. The entire project was completed on-time and on-budget (5 years at a cost of 1.5 billion dollars). Most of it (including the entrances) are shaded under a large canopy, with modern paddle-type turnstiles for fares. I used it as the get-off point for an easy walk to the nearby La Verne downtown for lunch. Like most of the above ground stations, passengers need to cross live railroad tracks (sometimes multiple times), but signage was clearly marked with modern signage and warnings.

They now charge $0.34/kWh and in addition a $1.50/hr idle fee. Compared to the average level 3…read morechargers price in Southern California, the charge infrastructure offered here are inexpensive and far convenient if you work locally or take the train. A fee was much needed as many people abused the system by swapping cars, staying in their cars (go to a supercharger if .), and disconnect others for their own benefits. There is to this day a single free station #20 that is abused by the same owners. They own two Tesla vehicles and cannot afford to pay the expenses that that everyone else is paying for. Given that there is a lot of stations open, they hog the 4 adjacent spots to swap cars just to utilize the 1 free station. If they can afford a Tesla, they can afford a $10 EV charge bill.

City is awesome providing free charging and keep expanding. However there is always an xxxhole…read morethat doesn't know any manner that unplug others without any permission. Hope the security personnel can take this seriously.

Tons of parking and seating available! The signage is a bit confusing, but you get the hang of it…read moreeventually.

Pretty solid Metrolink station…read more I've had the pleasure of stopping off here a few times in the past month, visiting friends close by here and in Downtown Upland. The parking lot is very spacious with plenty of complimentary parking in a gated area. The ticket machines are always in great condition and easy to use. I really admire the architecture at this station highly as well as the wide open layout. The station is always in top condition free of liter and the security is pretty friendly as well as on top of things. Definitely recommend boarding here whether east or west bound to avoid any issues with parking at stations nearby. There are some nice stores and small businesses close by in the area to explore and/or pass time between trains and services.

Looks like a local Amtrak Station. Not very covered, but there's two benches and there's street…read moreparking available parallel to the tracks. I didn't see anyone here during a weekend afternoon, but might be busier during regular train days. Didn't see any security here. Looks okay to travel during the day, as there are also two museums that are adjacent to this station. All within walking distance.

It's alittle bit of a ghost town as you wait for other passengers but trust you won't be alone for…read morelong, as there's not only a security guard but the station fills up pretty fast. It could definitely use more lighting because it's a little scary when it's dark at night and you get to the station first. Also I'm like 75% percent sure I witnessed a drug deal when I was there.. but that's besides the point.

This is a nice little Metrolink station in Covina just North of downtown Covina. Platform one, the…read morenorthern side usually is going west and platform 2 goes east. This station makes it easy for me to get to Union Station in Los Angeles in 45 minutes and then get to where I need to be. It's great for Dodger games, Olvera St, airport, or having fun. The train does get delayed often, maybe 30% of the time, be sure to not be in a hurry, expect delays, and check app for updates. You can also easily buy tickets on the app.

2025 - For many years, I worked in downtown Los Angeles and the Metrolink saved me so much in time…read moreand mileage on my personal vehicle. On rainy days, like today, the train was a lifesaver. I have since retired and now use the train occasionally. I used to buy a monthly pass (discount for frequent users). Also available are daily, student/senior discounts, and special weekend prices too. Plan your trip by checking their website for arrival and departure times. The passes are not sold on the train, you must pre-purchase at the convenient kiosk. The Covina Station has permit parking, which must be purchased through the City of Covina. Across the street is a parking structure, daily passes can be bought at the machine located by the entrance. The train cars have an upper and lower seating sections, some areas have a table that seats four people. Food or drinks are permitted, but not sold on the train. They also have clean bathrooms, which is a plus when traveling with a family or distance more than an hour in duration. Enjoy the ride and don't forget to tell em that Rosemary sent ya!!

Next stop, DTUP!!…read more Love taking the Metrolink from Downtown LA to this IE favorite spot. The Upland Metrolink is super easy and convenient... It's clean, hassle free and typically on time. They have a very spacious parking lot it come from Upland into LA or various stops west as well as a few more eastbound. As a SoCal native baked in San Bernardino County (yes I grew up in San Berdu County, but was unboxed and mixed in LA) I have an appreciation for this area around the Upland Metrolink... It's a nice stroll about the downtown district of Upland aka Downtown Upland/Old Town Upland which is made up of lots of small businesses!! I've come to enjoy so many over the years including the Vintage Vault of Upland, Old Magnolia Shoppe, Baker's Drive Thru and Penny Lane Records.... To name a few! Lots more to come! Boarding or exiting in Upland you'll almost never ride in a full or half full car and there's space for bikes, strollers and suitcases. Q Tip: The second closest Metrolink station to the Ontario International Airport, after Rancho Cucamonga. You can purchase tickets from one of their many terminals, including one way, round trip and my personal new favorite... Weekend day passes (Saturday or Sunday until 3am) :D

Ah, the Upland Metrolink Station! A most peculiar outpost of travel, where the air holds less of…read moregrandeur and more of plain utility, yet still it stands as a noble improvement over the jolting wagons of my youth. In my day, a traveler might wait beneath the unkind sun, swatting flies and praying the horse's legs would endure the journey; here one finds shade, benches, and even the curious magic of ticket machines that spit out one's passage in seconds, without a clerk's quill or foul mood. The station itself is modest--no museum nor ornamented arches, but a straightforward affair, much like a village inn whose purpose is not to dazzle but to deliver. The parking is ample, a veritable sea of carriages made of steel and glass, and the platforms, though simple, are kept tidy and safe. The trains arrive with a calm punctuality, though not as often as the eager heart might wish--like waiting for a traveling bard who keeps his own schedule, you must be patient or risk missing the show entirely. Yet how astonishing it is to step aboard and glide to Los Angeles in comfort, when in my century such a trip would rattle one's bones to dust upon the dirt road! No, this is not the most elegant of stations, but it is steady, serviceable, and clean--a workhorse rather than a show pony. For this, I bestow four stars: a humble but faithful portal to the wider world, and leagues ahead of any carriage road I once