Metra Metropolitan Rail

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701 N McKinley Rd
Lake Forest, IL 60045

Metra Metropolitan Rail in Lake Forest, IL is a charming transportation hub located at 701 N McKinley. The station retains a classic American feel, blending modern amenities with nostalgic touches like a turn-of-the-century style wagon on the northbound platform.

Visitors to Metra Metropolitan Rail can experience the early days of rail travel while enjoying the convenience of a wooden station. The juxtaposition of past and present creates a unique atmosphere that showcases the enduring appeal of train travel.

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4.06 reviews
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Curt C.
8/19/2021

I thought this station was fantastic! This is an old school train station. When I went on a Sunday, the place was empty, except for a few lone passengers enjoying the sunshine. This place is all...

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Annette B.
2/10/2023

Nice, efficient rail. Plenty of parking and travel tends to be a breeze.

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Anthony M.
3/3/2012

How cute is this train station? It is totally Old school...located inside you will find a men's barber shop and a shoe repair shop. I poked my head in to talk to the old cats getting there...

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Kevin L.
6/25/2011

Oddly, this Metra station reminds me a lot of the hell-hole that is the Ithaca Greyhound station... but exceedingly better. Archaic wooden benches, antique overhead light fixtures, and grotty...

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Steph U.
3/5/2014

This is a really nice station. It's fairly large and warm, which is nice for these cold winter days. There's a random barber shop inside, which I haven't personally used, but I thought it added a...

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