Ravinia station
| Company type | Commuter rail station |
|---|---|
| Industry | Transportation |
| Founded | 1889 |
| Headquarters | Highland Park, Illinois , United States |
| Products | Passenger rail services |
Ravinia station is part of Metra's Union Pacific North Line and is situated at 510 Roger Williams Avenue in Highland Park, Illinois. It is classified within Metra's zone 3 fare system. In 2018, Ravinia was ranked 139th out of 236 non-downtown stations, averaging 326 boardings on weekdays. The station lies from the line's inbound endpoint at Ogilvie Transportation Center in downtown Chicago, with train services continuing northward to Kenosha, Wisconsin.
As of February 16, 2024, Ravinia receives service from 44 trains on weekdays (23 inbound and 21 outbound), all 26 trains on Saturdays (13 in each direction), and all 18 trains on Sundays and holidays (nine each way).
Overview
Established in 1889, the Ravinia station building on the inbound platform was designed by architect J.E. Blunt. In 2016, the exterior underwent restoration efforts including a new roof installation and repainting.
The facility comprises two ground-level side platforms that accommodate inbound and outbound rail traffic. Operating with a left-hand main track configuration, the inbound platform is located to the east while the outbound platform lies to the west. The station house remains open from 5:00 A.M. until 1:00 A.M., although there is no ticket agent present; passengers must purchase tickets onboard the train. Parking facilities are available on the east side of the station, and shuttle buses provide transportation to Ravinia Park during concert events. Additionally, the Green Bay Trail runs alongside the Union Pacific North Line and can be accessed directly from this station.