An affordable means to get to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) if you are staying…read moreat one of the hotels in Downtown Minneapolis. It costs only $2!

Many years it took to get light rail in the cities. I was always jealous of other metropolitan…read moreareas with their sleek commuter trains and platforms. Some were classic even though run down. Metro transit does a decent job trying to keep the areas clean, considering the amount of litter gathering in a day. The system is efficient on their timing and I appreciated the efforts to make the cars more secure and safe. The train rides were a nice experience until about 2020 when things started to change. That year walking back to a seat some young show-off tried to block my way as his friends laughed. All I could do was walk right past even letting our shoulders bump, yes we have to show no fear sometimes. Another time a passenger screamed at me for no apparent reason saying he didn't want me walking past him. I've seen cars with litter, people smoking and sleeping on folded down seats. Jump to 2022 and problems seem more cleared up with more transit police kicking people off and the system scrubbing urine stains off the floor. There used to be soft cloth seats which had to be replaced with cheap hard sitting plastic.

I like this stop. It's easy to hop on and off when going to the University of Minnesota or for…read moreother events/stores in the area. It is across from the U of M Transport and Safety Building. I the day time this stop is pretty quiet and lots of students here. Sometimes you will get a few rowdy people or persons but mostly stay to yourself and you'll be fine. Train times vary as the train is under construction in some areas.

There's not much to review about a light rail station, so here are my tips:…read more 1) if you have a campus zone pass, you have to scan it each time you use it. 2) plan your trip using their website. 3) fair changes depending on the time of day.

I love a train ride; I'm a sucka for nostalgic moments whether catching the train in for the game,…read moreairport, St. Paul, its so convenient.

The Northstar is the best way to commute into downtown Minneapolis. Sit back and relax on the train…read moreand forget about traffic. The station platform is large. The street entrance is on the corner of Target Field, pay your fare in the lobby and then take a short flight of stairs down to the platform and you are set for the train. The free wifi on the train is an extra help to make your conte better. Just look for the cars that are labeled.

If you're seeing a show or game at Target Field/Target Center, taking the Light Rail is a great…read moreidea. Any event at this stop will inevitably be packed at these two venues, so taking the mass transit and not having to park will help you attend with a little more ease (and you won't have to pay to park!) The Target Field train station lets out right near many of the entrance gates, and when you are arriving and leaving, there are several attendants helping to direct people to the correct lines (and checking tickets, so be sure to have it out and ready to show that you paid to get on the train!) They sometimes add extra trains to the rotation for big events, as they know more people will be taking the transit options. The Light Rail trains are clean and well maintained, and we never experienced any issues with breakdowns or getting stuck, etc. Definitely give them a try for your next event at Target Field/Target Center!

Nice light rail station at the end of the Metro transit line. The final stop in other words.read more

Rather than spend $40 for a taxi all the way to the airport, I let the taxi bring me to the Metro…read morestation. At 12:30 at night, after I climbed up the stairs, it sure felt lonely standing up there by myself. Kinda creepy. Thankfully, I only had to wait for about 20 minutes before the train arrived. This is an elevated station over Lake Street, which in the winter would be insanely cold if there's a breeze. There's a sign next to a button to turn on a heater, but it wasn't operating in September.

I love light rails. I believe it runs 24 hour. It so easy to get on and off the train when I need…read moreto go to the airport or downtown Minneapolis. It's quick to get to those destinations. I am giving this place four stars because of the location. It is sketchy. As a female, it is creepy to go there by myself. Especially when you get there early morning around 5 am. It is quiet and not sure if anyone would pop around in the corner. They should have securities out around this time. Well, I guess like any other public places, make sure you look after your belongings. There is a Park and Ride area next to the station. It is free to park there but I think it is during the day only. I have parked there once and so far nothing has happened to my car. I would say it is safe to do that. The single fair costs $1.75 which is not bad. There are discounts for senior citizens. Enjoy the ride!

Are you hungry? Just get off at Victoria Station and you'll be covered: Vietnamese, Mexican,…read moreEthiopian, Filipino, it's all within a block's walk of here. Not hungry? Then give it a couple hours and it'll be the right stop. Despite little else aside from restaurants I'm giving it five for immediate access to some great eats. Nothing wrong with food being the main focus here.

Not just a light rail stop, the transit station connects to buses going to different directions…read more The 'A' line is highly convenient especially if you live in the city and want to hang around another neighborhood for awhile and zip back without dealing with finding a parking spot and snarling traffic. There has been kind of a shady reputation of this area but I was surprised to see 3 MTC officers in the area,

They've done a lot to make this station, and area, very pleasing to the eye. I transfer here most…read moremornings from Lightrail to bus. Usually it's very clean, and there are several lockers to lock up your bicycles. There are only two downsides to this location. First, and you have this anywhere, are the disrespectful people who litter and smokers. There are some smokers who stand far away, and I appreciate that. The ones who choose to ignore the signs in the shelters and stand close by are the ones that annoy me. I'm aware of who I am next to when I overeat, so please be kind with your second-hand smoke. The other downside, and this will change, is that there's no coffee shop or convenience store station-side. There are empty spots for businesses in the apartment building, but as of yet, no stores. You have to play Frogger to get across the street to Walgreen's, Holiday, or Burger King. The lights are timed poorly due to the trains and vehicle traffic, so you will either miss your connection or take your own life in your hands crossing the street at certain times of the day. Now if only I could explain why I found a roll of toilet paper at this station.

This is a handy stop to cross the river to reach the East Bank of the U of M campus. It's also a…read moreshort way to the downtown area and is probably the better choice than waiting for a bus in the Cedar Riverside area. The Green Line trains may be getting better but the last ride I had I found myself standing in dried urine, and I'm sure it was urine for reasons I won't go into. This is a typical situation the last few years. Most of the riders are decent citizens who just want to get from point A to point B. If someone is troublesome it's best not to stare. If you are feeling really uncomfortable exit on the next stop and take another train, or if you are speedy enough you can hop on the next car. I keep seeing media reports of civilian helpers andmetro transit police on the trains, platforms and bus lines, but I haven't seen anyone official since the program started. To place in context, I'm not a daily rider, just occasionally.

This stop can be dirty at most time. I recommend that you watch your surroundings around here. It…read moreis on the U of M campus but does share this with the general population. During the day I feel safe, but not so much at night. Stay in the lit areas, watch your surroundings and keep alert and you will be fine. If you feel unsafe just walk down a bit or walk to the other side. People usually get the hint and leave you alone. If you travel to the U of M you probably can't avoid this stop. Being aware of your surroundings is always a good thing at any transit stop.

The US Bank Stadium Station is the first light rail station going West that serves both the Blue…read moreand Green lines. Thus in this way, one can get to the football stadium from both Mall of America/Airport AND St Paul. It has an elevated walkway to allow crossing of the street, but it is closed during non-game days.

I take light rail and trains wherever I go but I was quite grossed out with the US Bank Station…read more I'm surprised a bank would put their name on this. I thought I was doing the right thing by taking the metro to the airport but I don't think I'll do that again. The station needs a daily power wash to remove all the public urination spots. Even on a cold November day it was still rancid. it's too bad as the trains are in great condition and ride well. The windows are tall and clean making for nice views through town. The seats were all immaculate in the train. On the Blue line quite a few airport employees seemed to recognize each other and exchanged pleasantries which helped distract from the fare evaders, solicitors and people who just wanted to stop the doors from closing. There is no way I would suggest anyone to wait at this station ever. On a positive note the trains are on time.