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.
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
Bus Connections (AMA)
According to ATI’s official itinerary, no AMA (Autoridad Metropolitana de Autobuses) route has its own stop at Río Piedras station.
Nearest stations with a verified bus connection:
- Cupey, one stop toward Bayamón: seven routes (7, 9, 15, 17, 18, 30 and 31), including route 30 to Caguas.
- Piñero, two stops toward Sagrado Corazón: six routes (4, 8, 17, 26, 40 and 41).
You can check the full network in the AMA bus guide.
Transfers: fare collection on the AMA and the Urban Train has been suspended since March 2024, so bus–train transfers are currently free.
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
1 min
Universidad
Toward Sagrado Corazón →
Travel times from Río Piedras
| Destination | Time | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Hato Rey | 8 min | Toward Sagrado Corazón |
| Sagrado Corazón | 10 min | East Terminal |
| Bayamón | 18 min | West Terminal |
Schedule and Frequency
The Urban Train runs every day of the year, and Río Piedras Station follows the same schedule as the rest of the line: 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM, with trains every 8–12 minutes at peak times.
You can check the tables by direction (toward Bayamón and toward Sagrado Corazón) on the full Urban Train schedule.
AMA bus hours: most routes run until 9:00 PM Monday to Friday and until 8:00 PM on Saturdays and holidays. On Sundays only routes 3, 30 and 40 operate.
Fares and Payment Methods
Frequently Asked Questions
About Río Piedras Historic Station
Which buses stop near Río Piedras Station?
According to ATI's official itinerary, no AMA route has its own stop at Río Piedras Station. The nearest stations with a verified bus connection are Cupey, one stop toward Bayamón (routes 7, 9, 15, 17, 18, 30 and 31), and Piñero, two stops toward Sagrado Corazón (routes 4, 8, 17, 26, 40 and 41).
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.
