Richton Park station is a commuter rail station on Metra’s Metra Electric District line, located in the village of Richton Park, Illinois, United States. The station serves the University Park Subdivision of the Metra Electric line, providing inbound service to downtown Chicago (Millennium Station) and outbound service to University Park.
Location and Facilities
- Address: 209 South Shore Road, Richton Park, IL 60471.
- Structure: At‑grade side platform with a single track.
- Parking: Surface parking is available adjacent to the station; parking is free for Metra riders.
- Accessibility: The station is ADA‑compliant, featuring ramps and tactile warning surfaces for passengers with disabilities.
Service
- Lines: Metra Electric District (University Park Subdivision).
- Typical Service Frequency: Trains operate approximately every 30 minutes during peak weekday periods, with reduced frequency on evenings, weekends, and holidays. Exact schedules are subject to change and are published by Metra.
History
The station was constructed to serve the growing suburban population of Richton Park in the latter half of the 20th century. The precise opening year is not definitively documented in publicly available encyclopedic sources; however, the station has been in operation since at least the early 1970s.
Ridership
Specific average weekday ridership figures for Richton Park station are not provided in the most recent publicly released Metra ridership reports. Consequently, precise passenger counts are unavailable.
Connectivity
- Bus Connections: The station is served by local Pace bus routes that provide connections to nearby residential neighborhoods and commercial districts.
- Nearby Amenities: The station is situated within walking distance of village facilities, including the Richton Park Community Center and local retail establishments.
Operational Details
- The station is owned and maintained by Metra.
- Ticket vending machines are located on the platform, and a small sheltered waiting area provides protection from the elements.
References
- Metra official website, station information pages.
- Village of Richton Park municipal records (for location and parking details).
Note: Where specific data such as opening date or ridership numbers are not available in reliable encyclopedic sources, the article reflects the lack of documented information rather than providing speculative details.
