Why choose Metro Transit when visiting St. Louis?
- Close to Hotels & Attractions: Many of St. Louis’ best hotels and attractions are near MetroLink stations, making it easy to explore the city on foot without the hassle of parking.
- Convenient Airport Access: Step off your flight and onto MetroLink at our Lambert Airport Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 stations. No need for expensive rideshares or rental cars.
- Expansive Bus Service: In addition to MetroLink, you can hop on one of our dozens of MetroBus routes that will take you near almost every major destination across the region.
Download the Transit App
Use the Transit App to easily purchase your mobile fare, check schedules and see the real-time location of your MetroLink train. View our guide on how to use Transit App or to learn more about using mobile fares.
MetroLink
The MetroLink light-rail system is the best option for traveling between St. Louis Lambert International Airport and conferences, hotels, and sporting events in downtown St. Louis. MetroLink trains operate seven days a week from about 5 a.m. to 1 a.m. Here are resources and information on the most popular MetroLink stations for your visit.
Where do YOU want to go?
MetroLink Station: Union Station
Address: 301 S. 18th St, 63103
Nearby Attractions & Hotels:
- St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station
- The St. Louis Wheel
- Energizer Park, home of St. Louis CITY SC
- Drury Inn St. Louis at Union Station
- St. Louis Union Station Hotel
- Fairfield Inn & Suites St. Louis Downtown
- Courtyard St. Louis Downtown West
- Pear Tree Inn St. Louis
MetroLink Station: Civic Center
Address: 401 S. 14th St, 63103
Nearby Attractions & Hotels:
- Enterprise Center, home of the St. Louis Blues
- Hotel St. Louis Downtown City Center
MetroLink Station: Stadium
Address: 401 S. 8th St, 63102
Nearby Attractions & Hotels:
- Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals
- Ballpark Village
- The Westin St. Louis
- Live! By Loews
- Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark
MetroLink Station: 8th & Pine
Address: 199 N. 8th St, 63102
Nearby Attractions & Hotels:
- Old Courthouse
- Hotel Saint Louis, Autograph Collection
- Magnolia Hotel St. Louis
- Marriott St. Louis Grand
- Hotel Indigo
MetroLink Station: Convention Center
Address: 600 N. 6th St, 63102
Nearby Attractions & Hotels:
- The Dome at America’s Center, home of the St. Louis Battlehawks
- Hampton Inn St. Louis Downtown
- Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Convention Center
- Embassy Suites – St. Louis Downtown
- Courtyard St. Louis – Convention Center
- Magnolia Hotel St. Louis
- Marriott St. Louis Grand
- Hotel Indigo
Note: Eastbound station elevator currently out of service.
MetroLink Station: Laclede’s Landing
Address: 200 Washington Ave, 63102
Nearby Attractions & Hotels:
- Gateway Arch
- Riverboats at the Gateway Arch
- Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis
Plan your visit to the Gateway Arch and Riverboats by visiting GatewayArch.com.
Plan Your Trip
Make your St. Louis experience smooth and enjoyable! You can use our Trip Planner to create your transit plan anytime before or during your visit.
If you need assistance, our Transit Information Experts can answer any questions or create a custom trip plan tailored for you. They are available Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 314.231.2345 (phone) or 314.207.9786 (text).
How to Ride
With your Metro Weekly Pass or Daily Pass, you can take unlimited rides on MetroLink and MetroBus for as long as the pass is valid. MetroLink is easy to ride:
- Check the schedule and head to the MetroLink station.
- Purchase your ticket by using the Transit app for digital fare or visit a ticket vending machine present at every MetroLink station.
- Make sure you are going in the right direction. Trains travel eastbound and westbound. Check the signs at the station to ensure you’re at the correct platform and board the correct train.
- Find a seat. Priority seating is available at the front seat of each train car for customers in mobility devices or who need more time exiting the train.
- Stay alert. Pay attention as the train travels and listen for operator announcements so you get to the correct stop.
- Have your transit pass ready. Show your pass to one of our Transit Security Specialists or Fare Inspectors if asked.
- Enjoy your ride!
Safety
Metro Transit employs a comprehensive security program to ensure customers and Metro Transit team members enjoy safe and comfortable transportation throughout the St. Louis region. This includes:
- Active patrols throughout the MetroLink system from Transit Security Specialists and uniformed Law Enforcement Officers.
- More than 1,600 real-time surveillance cameras monitored 24/7 at Metro Transit’s Real Time Camera Center.
- Secure gated platforms with posted guards at most MetroLink stations. You must present your transit pass to access the platform.
If you have any concerns, contact Metro Transit Public Safety at any time:
314.289.6873 (phone) | 314.300.0188 (text)
Accessibility
Metro Transit is committed to providing accessible transportation for all of our customers. All MetroLink trains, platforms and stations are ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) accessible.
- Priority seating is available at the front seat of each train car for customers with mobility devices or who may need more time exiting the train. Fold the seat up if you need space for a mobility device, and press the black strip to alert the operator that you need more time to exit the train.
- System announcements at MetroLink stations are both audio and visual.
- Operators make audio announcements on upcoming stations and bus connections.
Visitors from out of town, who are certified ADA Paratransit eligible by another transit provider, or provide necessary documentation of disability that prevents independent use of MetroBus and MetroLink, may qualify for visitor status and use ADA Paratransit service for up to 21 days in a calendar year. Please contact Transit Access Center at 314-982-1510 to register.