Belmont station (Metra)
| Company type | Commuter rail station |
|---|---|
| Industry | Public transportation |
| Headquarters | Downers Grove, Illinois , United States |
Area served | Downers Grove, Illinois and Belmont community |
| Products | Commuter rail services (Metra BNSF Line) |
Belmont station is part of Metra’s BNSF Line, situated near the edge of Downers Grove, Illinois within the community known as Belmont. Positioned on Belmont Road, it lies a certain distance from Union Station, which serves as the eastern endpoint of the line. In 2018, Belmont held the position of the 25th most frequented station out of 236 non-downtown Metra locations, averaging 1,408 boardings on weekdays.
Belmont provides transit connections similar to those at Downers Grove Main Street, including access to both Pace Buses and the Grove Commuter Shuttle operated by the Village. However, unlike Main Street and Fairview Avenue, this station includes parking facilities managed by vendors.
Significant upgrades were made to the station in the late 2000s to enhance safety by eliminating at-grade crossings through the construction of a road passing beneath the railway. The demolition phase began in late 2008, with construction commencing in 2010. The newly built underpass and pedestrian tunnel became operational in 2012. This $60 million improvement initiative received funding from Metra, BNSF, DuPage County, and the State of Illinois.
As of April 29, 2024, Belmont is served by a total of 62 trains on weekdays—30 inbound and 32 outbound—and accommodates all 36 trains on weekends and holidays, with 18 trains traveling in each direction.
Bus connections
Grove Commuter Shuttle
- West Route