Sagrado Corazón Station | East Terminal · Puerto Rico Urban Train
Complete guide to Sagrado Corazón Station on the Puerto Rico Urban Train. Sixteenth and last station of the system, located in the Martín Peña neighborhood at the southern end of Santurce. It serves as the East Terminal (Sagrado Corazón) of the system and features a 138-meter central platform.
Notable for its public artwork «Vitral» by artist Luis Hernández Cruz. Direct connection to the Luis A. Ferré Center for the Performing Arts, Museum of Art of Puerto Rico and Universidad del Sagrado Corazón. Integrated bus terminal with express service to Old San Juan.
Exact Location and Vitral Artistic Heritage
Sagrado Corazón Station is located in Martín Peña, at the southern end of Santurce, San Juan. It sits between Avenida Haydée Rexach, Avenida Borinquen and Avenida Manuel Fernández Juncos. It is an elevated station on viaduct, fully open-air, and constitutes the sixteenth and last station of the system (East Terminal).
Inaugurated on December 17, 2004, the station takes its name from the nearby Sagrado Corazón neighborhood and the Universidad del Sagrado Corazón located in the vicinity. As the terminal station, it features 138 additional meters of storage tracks for train maneuvering and parking.
Distinctive technical and artistic features:
- 138-meter central platform (similar to Hato Rey but terminal configuration)
- Two lateral tracks for circulation and disembarkation
- Storage tracks: 138 additional meters for train maneuvering as terminal station
- «Vitral»: Public artwork by artist Luis Hernández Cruz, composed of a stained-glass window that filters natural light creating chromatic environments in the station
- Integrated bus terminal: Direct street-level connection with multiple AMA routes
- Three pedestrian accesses: Main on Fernández Juncos, secondary on Haydée Rexach and Borinquen
Google Maps Plus Code: CWPQ+MP San Juan, Puerto Rico
GPS Coordinates: 18.43671, -66.06072
Postal address: Avenida Manuel Fernández Juncos, Santurce, San Juan, PR 00907
How to Get from the Luis A. Ferré Center for the Performing Arts
A 10-minute walk: The Luis A. Ferré Center for the Performing Arts is Puerto Rico’s main performing arts complex, located in the Santurce district. From Sagrado Corazón Station, walk north along Avenida Manuel Fernández Juncos for 800 meters to reach the main entrance of the complex.
The Center houses the Antonio Paoli Theater (opera and ballet), Dance Theater, Sylvia Rexach Theater and Victor Travieso Theater. It is home to the Puerto Rico Symphony Orchestra and the San Juan Ballet.
Accessible route: The walk is flat with wide sidewalks along Fernández Juncos Avenue. During evening events, the area is well-lit and has security. It is recommended to exit through the north entrance of the station (toward Fernández Juncos) for more direct access.
How to Get from the Museum of Art of Puerto Rico
An 8-minute walk: The Museum of Art of Puerto Rico (MAPR) is the most important art institution on the island, located on Avenida José de Diego, Santurce. From Sagrado Corazón Station, walk east along Avenida Manuel Fernández Juncos to the intersection with José de Diego (600 meters).
The MAPR houses a permanent collection of over 1,100 Puerto Rican artworks from the 17th century to the present, as well as sculptural gardens designed by Brazilian landscape architect Roberto Burle Marx.
Accessibility: The route is wheelchair accessible with corner ramps. During museum hours (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM), the area has moderate traffic. It is recommended to cross at the Fernández Juncos and De Diego traffic light for safety.
Bus connection: AMA route T21 connects the station directly with the Art Museum and continues to Condado and Old San Juan.
Public Transportation and Bus Terminal Connection
From AMA Bus Terminal (street level)
Sagrado Corazón Station features an integrated bus terminal at street level (south access), making it the most important connection hub of the Urban Train. Multiple AMA (Metropolitan Bus Authority) routes operate from here:
Express routes to Old San Juan:
- E10 (Express): Direct service from the station to Covadonga Terminal in Old San Juan. First trip 6:00 AM, last 7:00 PM (weekdays only, 15 min frequency).
- T3: Scenic route through Santurce and Miramar to Old San Juan. Operates daily 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM, 10-30 min frequencies.
- T21: Tourist route passing through the Museum of Art of Puerto Rico and Condado to Old San Juan. Ideal for tourists.
Routes westbound (Hato Rey, Bayamón):
- T2: Connects the terminal with Hato Rey, Plaza Las Américas, Estadio Hiram Bithorn, Coliseo Roberto Clemente and ends in Bayamón. Operates 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
- C1: Local route through Hato Rey (Avenida Ponce de León) to Río Piedras/Capetillo.
- C22: Connection to Plaza Las Américas from the terminal.
Other important routes:
- T9: Connects to Cupey through Hato Rey (Avenida Barbosa).
- C35: To the Convention Center and Parque Central.
- D15: Local route to Cupey through Río Piedras.
- D45: To Loíza passing through Isla Verde and Piñones (beaches).
Fare integration: All routes accept the AT card with free transfer to the Urban Train within 2 hours of paying the bus fare. The terminal is located at the south access of the station, at street level.
By Private Vehicle
Sagrado Corazón Station does NOT have its own Park & Ride, as it is an elevated station in a dense urban area of Santurce. Options for arriving by vehicle:
- Universidad del Sagrado Corazón parking: Paid parking available for visitors, located 5 minutes walking from the station (access via Avenida Federico Huyke).
- Centro de Bellas Artes parking: Available for cultural event attendees, located 10 minutes walking away.
- Street parking: Limited spaces available on surrounding streets (Avenida Borinquen, Avenida Haydée Rexach) with meters during business hours (until 6:00 PM), free after 6:00 PM and weekends. Read restriction signs carefully.
- Drop-off zone: Brief area at the Avenida Manuel Fernández Juncos entrance for passenger drop-off and pick-up (maximum 3 minutes).
Recommendation: If planning to park for more than 3 hours, use Martínez Nadal Station (1,007 free Park & Ride spaces, 18 minutes by train from Sagrado Corazón westbound) or Cupey (297 free spaces, 14 minutes by train).
Connected Stations — East Terminal
Hato Rey
← Toward Bayamón
2 min
Sagrado Corazón
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Travel Times from Sagrado Corazón (Terminal)
| Destination | Time | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Bayamón | 26 min | West Terminal |
| Hato Rey | 2 min | Previous station |
| Centro Médico | 10 min | Toward Bayamón |
*Estimated times from the east terminal. The train must return westbound from here.
Schedule and Frequency
The Urban Train operates every day of the year from Sagrado Corazón Station (East Terminal):
- Weekdays: Every 8-10 minutes during peak hours (6:00-9:00 AM / 4:00-7:00 PM)
- Weekends: Every 15-20 minutes
- First departure from Sagrado Corazón toward Bayamón: 5:59 AM (Mon-Fri), 6:17 AM (Saturdays), 6:33 AM (Sundays/holidays)
- Last departure from Sagrado Corazón toward Bayamón: 11:56 PM (every day)
AMA bus schedule at terminal: Routes E10, T3, T21 and others operate from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM with variable frequencies depending on day of the week. The terminal is located at street level at the south access.
Fares and Payment Methods
Use the AT card (Transportation Authority), valid for the entire integrated train + AMA bus system:
- Regular: $1.50 per trip (2h transfers with AMA included)
- Reduced: $0.75 (UPR university students, 65+, disability)
- Children under 6: Free with adult
Ticket machines available at the station access level. Accept cash and cards. The station has concessions at street level (CESCO, Librería Euroamericana, Photo Heavy Inc.).
Other Nearby Places of Interest
In addition to the Performing Arts Center, the Museum of Art of Puerto Rico and Universidad del Sagrado Corazón, from the station you can also access:
Universidad del Sagrado Corazón (5 min)
Universidad del Sagrado Corazón (USC): Private Catholic institution of higher education, located on Avenida Federico Huyke, 5 minutes walking from the station. Founded in 1935, it offers undergraduate and graduate programs. The station takes its name from this university.
YMCA of San Juan (4 min)
San Juan YMCA: Community and sports center located on Avenida Manuel Fernández Juncos, 4 minutes walking from the station. Offers sports facilities, pool, gym and community programs for Santurce and Martín Peña residents.
Martín Peña Neighborhood and Canal (direct access)
Martín Peña neighborhood: Historic community located along the canal of the same name, with direct access from the station. The Caño Martín Peña Link Project has transformed the area with new infrastructure. The station is strategically located to serve this community and connect it to the rest of the city.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Sagrado Corazón Station
Specific answers about the East Terminal of the Urban Train
Which buses serve Sagrado Corazón Station?
The station has an integrated bus terminal at street level with service from: E10 (express to Old San Juan), T3 (via Miramar), T21 (via Art Museum/Condado), T2 (to Bayamón via Plaza Las Américas), T9 (to Cupey), C1, C22, C35, C36, D15, D45. All accept AT card with free transfer to the train.
How long does it take to walk to the Performing Arts Center from the station?
It is a 10-minute walk (800 meters) along Avenida Manuel Fernández Juncos heading north. The route is flat and well-lit during evening events.
Is Sagrado Corazón the last stop on the Urban Train?
Yes, it is the sixteenth station and East Terminal (end of line). From here trains must return westbound. The previous station is Hato Rey (2 minutes by train). Westbound it continues to Bayamón (26 minutes from Sagrado Corazón).
Is there parking available at Sagrado Corazón Station?
No, as it is an elevated station in a dense urban area of Santurce, there is no Park & Ride. Use Universidad del Sagrado Corazón parking (paid, 5 min) or stations Martínez Nadal (1,007 free spaces, 18 min by train) or Cupey (297 spaces, 14 min).
What is the "Vitral" artwork at the station?
It is a public artwork by Puerto Rican artist Luis Hernández Cruz. It consists of a stained-glass window that filters natural light creating chromatic environments inside the station, transforming the user experience according to the time of day and sunlight.