Carl and Hillway station
| Company type | Light rail stop |
|---|---|
| Industry | Public transportation |
| Founded | October 21, 1928 |
| Headquarters | San Francisco , United States |
Area served | Inner Sunset, San Francisco |
| Products | Light rail transit services |
Carl and Hillway station serves as a light rail stop along the Muni Metro N Judah route, situated within San Francisco's Inner Sunset area. This station began operations concurrently with the launch of the N Judah line on October 21, 1928. Passengers board trains at designated poles, as there are neither platforms nor protective shelters available. The stop does not offer accessible facilities for individuals with disabilities.
In addition to rail service, the stop is also covered by the and bus lines, which operate during early morning and late-night periods when trains are not running.
A rail crossover located at this station enables outbound trains to reverse direction and proceed inbound. To alleviate congestion during morning peak hours, Muni introduced single-car shuttle services between Embarcadero station and Carl and Hillway in September 2016. Research indicated these shuttle trips enhanced capacity by 18% and decreased the number of passengers unable to board due to overcrowding by 63%.
External links
- SFMTA – Carl St & Hillway Ave inbound and outbound
- SF Bay Transit (unofficial) – Carl St & Hillway Ave