Urban Train Parking | Free Park & Ride at 5 Stations
The Puerto Rico Urban Train offers free Park & Ride parking at 5 of its 16 stations. Leave your car for free, hop on the train, and reach San Juan without traffic or parking fees downtown.
This guide covers all available spaces, locations, and access routes.
Parking spaces by station — complete summary
| Station | Spaces | Cost | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayamón | 400 | Free | Lower level, Calle Betances |
| Jardines | 128 | Free | Calle Marginal Sur |
| Martínez Nadal | 1,007 | Free | Lower level, Boulevard Manuel Rodríguez Ema |
| San Francisco | 519 | Free | Lower level, PR-1 / Las Américas Expressway |
| Cupey | 297 | Free | Lower level, Calle Bori / PR-1 |
| TOTAL | 2,351 spaces | All free of charge | |
Bayamón Station Parking — 400 spaces
Bayamón Station parking is on the lower level of the Urban Train’s west terminal, accessed from Calle Betances and the PR-22 expressway. 400 free spaces with permanent security. Best option for commuters coming from Bayamón, Toa Baja, or Cataño.
Martínez Nadal Station Parking — 1,007 spaces (largest)
The largest Park & Ride in the Urban Train system with 1,007 free spaces. Located at Martínez Nadal Station, the first stop in San Juan. Access from Boulevard Manuel Rodríguez Ema. Popular with commuters from Guaynabo and those arriving via PR-52 or PR-1. Downtown San Juan is about 15–20 minutes by train from here. Best choice if you want maximum parking availability.
San Francisco Station Parking — 519 spaces
San Francisco Station offers 519 free spaces on the lower level, accessed from the PR-1 (Las Américas Expressway). A great option for commuters from southern San Juan or Cupey Alto. 3 stops from Hato Rey, 6 from Sagrado Corazón. Also near the VA Caribbean Healthcare Veterans Hospital.
Cupey Station Parking — 297 spaces + intermodal hub
Cupey Station combines 297 free spaces with the most complete intermodal terminal in the system: 6 direct AMA routes (T7, T9, D13, D15, D17, D18) connecting to Carolina, the airport, and two universities. Access from Calle Bori / PR-1. Ideal if you’re coming from Cupey, Trujillo Alto, or the university area.
Which Park & Ride is best for you?
- Coming from Bayamón / Toa Baja: use Bayamón (400 spaces, west terminal).
- Coming from Guaynabo or PR-52: use Martínez Nadal (1,007 spaces, best availability).
- Coming from southern San Juan: use San Francisco (519) or Cupey (297).
- Need bus connections: use Cupey (6 direct AMA routes).
- Going to Hato Rey / Choliseo / Golden Mile: use Martínez Nadal or San Francisco and take the train.
Frequently Asked Questions about Urban Train Parking
Is the Urban Train parking really free?
Yes. All 2,351 spaces across 5 stations (Bayamón, Jardines, Martínez Nadal, San Francisco and Cupey) are completely free for Urban Train users, with no time limit during service hours.
How many Urban Train stations have parking?
5 out of 16 stations: Bayamón (400), Jardines (128), Martínez Nadal (1,007), San Francisco (519), and Cupey (297). The other stations do not have their own Park & Ride.
Is there security at the parking lots?
Yes. All station parking areas have security cameras and staff during train service hours.
Can I leave my car overnight?
Not recommended. The parking is exclusively for Urban Train users during service hours (5:30 AM–11:30 PM). ATI does not guarantee vehicle security outside those hours.