How close is Paseo de Diego to Río Piedras Station?

Paseo de Diego is a 4-minute walk from Río Piedras Station, accessible via the north exit (stairs toward Avenida Ponce de León). It is the main pedestrian shopping street of the Río Piedras district.

How far is Plaza del Mercado de Río Piedras from the station?

Plaza del Mercado de Río Piedras is a 5-minute walk from the station, heading west along the pedestrian walkway from the north exit.

What AMA buses connect at Río Piedras Station?

AMA routes C1, D26, and T8 stop at Terminal Capetillo on Avenida José N. Gándara, a short walk from Río Piedras Station.

What are the hours at Río Piedras Station?

Río Piedras Station is open every day from 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM, including weekends and public holidays.

Río Piedras Station

Complete information about Río Piedras Station on the Puerto Rico Urban Train.

10th station of the system, located on Avenida Ponce de León in the historic center of Río Piedras Pueblo. Underground station with mural «Alejita» by Cristina Piffer. AMA connections: C1, D26, T8.

Exact Location From Paseo de Diego From Plaza del Mercado AMA Routes C1, D26, T8

Historic Location and Railway Heritage

Río Piedras Station is located on Avenida Ponce de León, in the historic center of Río Piedras Pueblo, San Juan. Underground station, 10th stop from Bayamón. Features 42-meter tunnels for future Phase 2 toward Carolina.

Google Maps Plus Code: 9WXX+R4 San Juan, Puerto Rico
GPS Coordinates: 18.39972, -66.05194

How to Get from Paseo de Diego

A 4-minute walk: from the north exit of the station (stairs toward Avenida Ponce de León), walk east along Calle Robles for 300 meters to the Paseo de Diego intersection.

This four-block pedestrian way houses traditional shops, pharmacies, local restaurants and the iconic Plaza del Mercado de Río Piedras.

How to Get from Plaza del Mercado

A 5-minute walk: from Plaza del Mercado de Río Piedras, walk west along the pedestrian walkway to Calle Robles, turn right (north) and walk 150 meters to the station entrance on Avenida Ponce de León.

Public Transportation and Vehicle Access

From AMA Buses (Avenida José N. Gándara / Terminal Capetillo)

Routes C1, D26 and T8 stop at Terminal Capetillo on Avenida José N. Gándara, 2 minutes walking from the station. Accept AT card with free transfer within 2 hours.

By Private Vehicle

Río Piedras Station has no Park & Ride. Use Cupey (297 free spaces, 3 min by train) or Martínez Nadal (1,007 spaces, 8 min by train).

Connected Stations

Cupey ← West Terminal

3 min

Río Piedras YOU ARE HERE

2 min

Universidad Toward Sagrado Corazón →

Travel times from Río Piedras

Destination	Time	Direction
Hato Rey	8 min	Toward Sagrado Corazón
Sagrado Corazón	12 min	East Terminal
Bayamón	17 min	West Terminal

Schedule and Frequency

Every day of the week. Weekdays: every 8–10 min peak hours. Weekends: every 15–20 min. First departure 5:51 AM (weekdays). AMA buses C1, D26, T8: 5:00 AM–9:00 PM.

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Fares and Payment Methods

Use the AT card (Transportation Authority), valid for the entire system. Regular: $1.50 per trip (2h transfers included). Reduced: $0.75 (students, 65+, disability). Children under 6: Free with an adult.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Río Piedras Historic Station

Which buses stop near Río Piedras Station?

Routes C1, D26 and T8 at Terminal Capetillo on Avenida José N. Gándara, 2 minutes walking. Accept AT card with free transfer within 2 hours.

How do I get to Paseo de Diego from the station?

Walk 4 minutes east along Calle Robles. Paseo de Diego is the main pedestrian street of Río Piedras Pueblo, with direct access to Plaza del Mercado and traditional shops.

What is the Alejita mural at Río Piedras Station?

A work by Cristina Piffer (2016) dedicated to Alejita Firpi, historic community leader of Río Piedras. Visible on the platform, represents the cultural identity and legacy of the town.