Stadium/Federal Hill station
| Company type | Light rail station |
|---|---|
| Industry | Public transportation |
| Founded | September 6, 1998 |
| Headquarters | Baltimore , United States |
Area served | Federal Hill, Pigtown, Baltimore |
Stadium/Federal Hill station—previously known as Hamburg Street station—is a stop on the Baltimore Light RailLink system situated in Baltimore, Maryland, adjacent to M&T Bank Stadium. While its primary function is to serve stadium attendees, it also offers convenient transit access to the nearby communities of Federal Hill and Pigtown.
History
When the initial segment launched in 1992, connecting the I-395 viaduct with surrounding parking areas, this station was not part of the route. The decision to build a new stadium for the Baltimore Ravens in 1996 alongside the light rail corridor led to the creation of an infill station at this location. The development cost was roughly $6 million—significantly higher than a standard light rail stop—primarily due to the construction of a necessary pedestrian bridge facilitating direct stadium access. Funding included $5 million from the state and an additional $1 million from the Ravens organization.
Initially, much of the light rail track beyond downtown was single-tracked, necessitating careful timing for train operations. The station commenced service on September 6, 1998, coinciding with its first Ravens game, but was limited to operating only during game events to maintain scheduling integrity. After completing double-tracking on the southern section of the line, Hamburg Street station expanded to full-time service beginning July 1, 2005.