LA Metro A Line Trains at Del Mar Station in Pasadena, CA | 8/10/24

Del Mar Station is a notable transit-oriented development located in Pasadena, California. It is part of the Metro Gold Line (now the L Line), a light rail system that serves the Greater Los Angeles area. The station itself is situated at 230 South Raymond Avenue, near the historic Old Pasadena district, which is known for its vibrant mix of shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues. Overall, Del Mar Station is a well-designed example of integrating public transit with urban living, contributing to Pasadena's reputation as a walkable, transit-friendly city. The Metro A Line, formerly known as the L Line and Gold Line, is a light rail line that is part of the Los Angeles County Metro Rail system. The L Line serves the northeastern and southeastern regions of Los Angeles County, as well as Long Beach. Connecting the cities of Pasadena, South Pasadena, Los Angeles, and Long Beach, with plans for further extensions, it is a key component of the broader Metro Rail network, which aims to reduce traffic congestion and provide efficient public transportation in the Greater Los Angeles area. The A Line has had a considerable impact on the communities it serves, providing a reliable and environmentally friendly alternative to driving. It has also contributed to the revitalization of certain areas by encouraging development near stations and improving access to jobs, education, and cultural sites across Los Angeles County. The Two Light Rail Vehicles (LRV) featured in this video: Kinkisharyo P3010 (Yellow Hue) AnsaldoBreda P2550 (Grey Hue) All the Station Stops of the Metro A Line as of August 2024: APU/Citrus College Azusa Downtown Irwindale Duarte/City of Hope Monrovia Arcadia Sierra Madre Villa Allen Lake Memorial Park Del Mar Fillmore South Pasadena Highland Park Southwest Museum Heritage Square/Arroyo Lincoln Heights/Cypress Park Chinatown Los Angeles Union Station Little Tokyo/Arts District Historic Broadway Grand Av Arts/Bunker Hill 7th Street/Metro Center Pico Grand/LATTC San Pedro Street Washington Vernon Slauson Florence Firestone 103rd Street/Watts Towers Willowbrook-Rosa Parks Compton Artesia Del Amor Wardlow Willow Street Pacific Coast Hwy Anaheim Street 5th Street 1st Street Downtown Long Beach