Fullerton train station, officially Fullerton Transportation Center, is a rail and bus hub at 120 E. Santa Fe Ave. in Fullerton, California. It sits steps from downtown, where you can find restaurants, shopping and visitor stops; the station is about a 12-minute walk from Fullerton Lodge.
- Station: Fullerton Transportation Center, 120 E. Santa Fe Ave., Fullerton, CA 92832.
- Rail: Amtrak Pacific Surfliner and Metrolink’s Orange County and 91/Perris Valley lines.
- Local buses: OCTA routes 26, 43 and 47, Community Bus routes 123 and 143, and Bravo route 543.
- Downtown: Steps from the station, with restaurants and shopping nearby.
How downtown Fullerton is laid out
Downtown Fullerton is close to the station, with restaurants and shopping nearby. The train station is near Harbor Boulevard and Santa Fe Avenue, and it was rebuilt in 1993.
OCTA identifies the Leo Fender Gallery as a downtown visitor stop, alongside boutique shops, restaurants and family activities. You can use the station as a starting point for downtown, then explore nearby businesses on foot.
Fullerton Transportation Center
Fullerton Transportation Center brings regional trains and local buses together at one downtown address. The station serves Amtrak Pacific Surfliner and Metrolink’s Orange County and 91/Perris Valley lines. OCTA buses serving the station include routes 26, 43 and 47, Community Bus routes 123 and 143, and Bravo route 543.
Station amenities include public restrooms, bike racks and lockers, passenger information phones, vending machines, a shaded platform with benches, an Amtrak ticket office and an indoor waiting area.
Amtrak also provides an elevator, an accessible platform, a water fountain and checked-baggage service. It advises arriving at least 30 minutes before departure, or at least 45 minutes ahead if you need ticketing, passenger assistance or checked baggage.
Parking information differs between the station sources: OCTA describes commuter parking, while Amtrak says there is no parking at the location. Check the official site before you go, including the relevant agency’s current station or service information.
Local streets, food and visitor stops
Downtown streets near Fullerton station give you access to restaurants, shopping and the Leo Fender Gallery. OCTA also points to nearby boutique shops and family activities, making it easy to combine a meal or browsing with a station-area visit.
The station’s downtown location keeps these stops together: start at Fullerton Transportation Center and head into the nearby commercial area.
Connecting to nearby cultural venues
Fullerton’s cultural stops include the Muckenthaler Cultural Center.
MUZEO in Anaheim is another named venue in the area. These are separate destinations from downtown and the train station, so plan each visit around its own location and opening details.
For a day centered on downtown, keep the station, nearby shops and restaurants, and the Leo Fender Gallery together. Add a cultural venue such as MUZEO in Anaheim as a separate stop rather than assuming it is part of the station area.
Walking and getting around
Fullerton city centre is about a 16-minute walk or a 4-minute drive from the station. The station’s address is 120 E. Santa Fe Ave., and its rail and bus connections can help you plan onward travel.
For train departures, allow the time Amtrak recommends: at least 30 minutes before departure, or at least 45 minutes if checking baggage or needing ticketing or passenger assistance. Check the relevant operator’s site before you go for current service and station details.
FAQs
What trains stop at Fullerton station?
Fullerton Transportation Center serves Amtrak Pacific Surfliner and Metrolink’s Orange County and 91/Perris Valley lines.
Which local buses serve Fullerton station?
OCTA routes 26, 43 and 47, Community Bus routes 123 and 143, and Bravo route 543 serve the station.
What is close to Fullerton station?
Downtown Fullerton is steps from the station, with restaurants and shopping nearby. The Leo Fender Gallery is a downtown visitor stop.
What should you know before boarding at Fullerton?
Amtrak advises arriving at least 30 minutes before departure, or 45 minutes ahead if you need ticketing, passenger assistance or checked baggage. Check the operator’s official information for current station and service details.