Rialto station (Pacific Electric)

The Rialto station was a Pacific Electric railway station located in Rialto, California. It served as a key stop on the San Bernardino Line, providing passenger and freight service to the city and surrounding agricultural areas.

The station was a typical design for Pacific Electric stations in smaller towns, often featuring a waiting room, ticket office, and freight loading facilities. It played a vital role in connecting Rialto with Los Angeles and other communities in the Inland Empire. The San Bernardino Line provided frequent service to and from Los Angeles, allowing residents to commute to work, shop, and visit family.

The station's location was strategically chosen to serve the needs of the local community and agricultural businesses. Farmers could use the Pacific Electric to ship their produce to markets in Los Angeles and elsewhere. Passenger service also facilitated travel for leisure and business.

Like many Pacific Electric stations, the Rialto station declined in importance as automobile use increased in the mid-20th century. Passenger service on the San Bernardino Line was discontinued, and the station eventually closed. The building itself may no longer exist, or may have been repurposed for other uses. However, its historical significance as a transportation hub in the region remains. Further research may be required to determine the exact fate of the original station building.