\u00a0free Metro Park-Ride lots<\/a> at MetroLink stations in Missouri and Illinois, and then hop on the train and leave the “driving” to us.<\/p>\nBuy Your Ticket<\/h3>\n
A one-ride ticket on MetroLink is just $2.50 and can be purchased at Ticket Vending Machines located at every station. If you plan on combining your MetroLink ride with a trip on MetroBus, purchase a two-hour pass for $3 and get unlimited use of MetroLink and MetroBus for two hours.<\/p>\n
Double check your ticket to make sure it has a time stamp, and if it doesn\u2019t, insert it in one of the red validation machines located at all MetroLink station platforms.<\/p>\n
Enjoy Your Trip<\/h3>\n
Once you\u2019ve boarded, take a seat, watch for your stop and enjoy the ride.<\/p>\n
Remember – MetroLink operates two lines: the Red and the Blue. The Red Line provides service between Lambert Airport in Missouri and the Shiloh-Scott MetroLink Station in Illinois. The Blue Line provides service between the Shrewsbury and the Fairview Heights MetroLink Station in Illinois.<\/p>\n
You can determine the direction and line of a MetroLink train by looking for the red or blue signs located on the front and sides of the train cars.<\/p>\n
MetroLink operators will announce each upcoming MetroLink station, and system maps are located in every car.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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At the same time the weather starts to heat up, so does the St. Louis region – with events and activities kicking into gear in downtown, Forest Park, along the riverfront and all across the bi-state area. MetroLink is a great way to enjoy springtime fun without dealing with traffic and parking.<\/p>\n