Halethorpe station
| Company type | Passenger rail station |
|---|---|
| Industry | Rail transport |
| Headquarters | Halethorpe, Maryland , United States |
Area served | Halethorpe, Arbutus, Catonsville, Violetville, University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) |
| Products | MARC Penn Line passenger rail service |
Halethorpe station serves as a passenger rail stop within the unincorporated area of Halethorpe, Maryland, positioned along the Northeast Corridor. It accommodates MARC Penn Line services, while Amtrak trains traverse the station without halting.
Situated on Southwestern Boulevard (US 1) beneath the Francis Avenue overpass, the station includes an extensive parking area that extends from just north of the Washington Boulevard interchange down to south of Tom Day Boulevard. To the south of Halethorpe, the Penn Line passes underneath the MARC Camden Line close to the St. Denis station. This location is significant due to freight operations conducted by CSX Transportation along its Capital Subdivision, Baltimore Terminal Subdivision, and Old Main Line Subdivision, marking it as a key rail hub in proximity to Baltimore.
The station predominantly serves the nearby University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC), which lies approximately two miles away; UMBC’s Halethorpe/Satellite Transit Line offers direct bus service to this station. Additionally, it provides access for residents of neighboring communities such as Arbutus, Catonsville, and Violetville.
History
On August 12, 2013, a newly constructed accessible station was inaugurated, featuring elevated platforms and a pedestrian overpass. The upgrade includes two covered platforms each measuring 700 feet in length, a pedestrian bridge equipped with stairs and elevators, ticketing facilities, and restroom amenities.
The dedication ceremony was led by Governor Martin O'Malley, who named the station in honor of the late delegate James E. "Ned" Malone Sr., father of then-serving delegate James E. "Jimmy" Malone Jr..
Station layout
The track labeling adheres to the former Pennsylvania Railroad convention, where tracks adjacent to "Track 1" are designated with sequential letters beginning from "Track A." Notably, Track A diverges from Track 1 just south of this station and proceeds northward towards West Baltimore station.