Tinley Park station
| Company type | Commuter rail station |
|---|---|
| Industry | Transportation |
| Founded | 1890 |
| Headquarters | Tinley Park, Illinois , United States |
Area served | Tinley Park, Illinois and surrounding areas |
| Products | Commuter rail services |
Tinley Park serves as a commuter rail stop on the Metra Rock Island District route in Tinley Park, Illinois. Positioned from the northern endpoint at LaSalle Street Station, it was ranked 57th among 236 non-central Metra stations in 2018, with an average weekday ridership of 917 passengers.
Situated at 6700 South Street between Oak Park Avenue and 66th Court, the station offers parking facilities both across North Street and within the block enclosed by Oak Park Avenue, 173rd Street, 67th Court, and 172nd Street. Additionally, a gravel parking area located on South Street opposite the station entrance temporarily holds approximately 100 vehicles; this lot is slated for redevelopment into a substantial transit-oriented development (TOD).
By 2022, service at Tinley Park includes 42 trains on weekdays (21 inbound and 21 outbound), 21 trains on Saturdays (10 inbound, 11 outbound), and 16 trains during Sundays and holidays.
Architecturally, the station is distinguished by its exterior stone accents, wooden rafters, and a prominent three-story clock tower featuring Roman numeral clock faces on all four sides. This tower overlooks both Tinley Park and Zabrocki Plaza. Inside the building, passengers can enjoy an indoor/outdoor café furnished with custom seating and equipped with internet access. Large glass windows afford views of the tracks and adjacent promenade. The station earned recognition from the American Institute of Architects as one of Illinois’ 150 Great Places.
Tracks
The facility includes two tracks: track 2 on the north side serves trains arriving from Chicago, while track 1 on the south side handles departures heading toward Chicago.
Bus connections
- 386 South Harlem