Azusa has two Metro A Line stations: Azusa Downtown and APU/Citrus College. From Stardust Motel Azusa, Azusa Downtown is about a 14-minute walk and APU/Citrus College about a 17-minute walk. The motel offers room options for stays in Azusa.
- Stations: Azusa Downtown and APU/Citrus College.
- Parking: both stations have paid parking; check current rates before relying on them.
Which Azusa Metro station should you use?
Azusa Downtown and APU/Citrus College are the city’s two Metro A Line stations, and their locations make them useful starting points for different parts of Azusa. Azusa Downtown sits in downtown Azusa, east of Azusa Avenue. APU/Citrus College is the other local station.
The A Line absorbed the former L Line service from Little Tokyo to Azusa in 2023; the Azusa extension opened in 2016. If your plans involve the city centre, its location may make Azusa Downtown the more direct station to consider. The practical guide to Azusa city centre covers the area around downtown.
How do you get to Azusa Downtown station?
The drive to Azusa Downtown takes about 4 minutes. The station is in downtown Azusa, east of Azusa Avenue, and has side platforms with the track between them.
The station is adjacent to the historic Santa Fe Depot, but the depot building is not part of the station and is not included for station use.
Parking is at 801 N Alameda Ave, Azusa, CA 91762, with 534 paid reserved spaces. Daily parking costs $3 for transit patrons; the public rate is $1 per hour for up to 3 hours.
The maximum stay is 72 hours; monthly parking is $59, with carpool monthly parking at $25. For more on access and connections, the Azusa Downtown station guide covers practical details.
How do you get to APU/Citrus College station?
Metro identifies Foothill Transit lines 281, 284, 488 and 690 as connections at this station.
The parking address is 6898 N Citrus Ave, Azusa, CA 91702, with 206 paid spaces and a $3 daily rate. That rate does not apply on weekends and holidays. For another station option, the guide to reaching Glendora station from Azusa covers that route.
What should you check before riding?
Check Metro’s current service, parking and accessibility information before setting out, since fares, schedules and parking details can change. Foothill Transit lines 185, 187, 188 and 280 connect at Azusa Downtown.
Metro says its buses and trains include accessibility features. Its accessibility guide also says that if an elevator is out of service, riders may take a bus to the next station at no cost. For current service and access details, check the official site before you go.
FAQs
How many Metro A Line stations are in Azusa?
Azusa has two: Azusa Downtown and APU/Citrus College.
Can you park at both Azusa stations?
Yes. Both stations have paid parking. Check Metro’s current parking information for rates and terms.