Overview & Suitability
The 95th Avenue Park & Ride, located at 9763 Naples St NE in Blaine, MN, is Metro Transit’s largest park and ride facility. This transit hub is designed specifically for commuters, offering nearly 1,500 parking spaces to support daily travel to major destinations including downtown Minneapolis, the University of Minnesota, and downtown St. Paul. The facility features a three-deck parking structure providing approximately 500 covered spaces, complemented by an expansive adjacent surface lot. Please note that this is a dedicated transit facility intended for commuter use; it is not an RV park or overnight campground.
Access, Dimensions & Clearance
The facility is strategically situated at the northwest corner of Interstate 35W and 95th Avenue NE, ensuring high visibility and easy highway access for daily commuters. The site accommodates standard passenger vehicles. As a multi-level structure, users should be mindful of standard clearance heights typically associated with parking ramps; however, the facility is optimized for the daily flow of commuter traffic and provides elevators for accessibility within the ramp.
Parking Rates, Tariffs & Booking
Parking at the 95th Avenue Park & Ride is free of charge, as it is a publicly funded facility managed by Metro Transit intended to encourage transit ridership. No pre-booking or online reservations are required for standard daily parking. Users simply park in available spaces and proceed to the nearby bus boarding areas.
Security & Amenities
The facility is equipped with several features to enhance the commuter experience and safety, including:
- Security cameras (CCTV) for monitoring the premises.
- A covered waiting area for bus passengers.
- NexTrip real-time signage and displays to track bus arrival times.
- On-site bike lockers to support multi-modal commuting.
- Elevator access within the parking ramp structure.
Strategic Alternative
This location serves as a critical transit node for residents of Blaine and the surrounding northern suburbs. It is a preferred alternative for commuters looking to avoid the stress and expense of city-center parking. By parking here, commuters can utilize Metro Transit’s express bus routes (such as Routes 250, 252, and 262) to reach major employment and education hubs efficiently. It also functions as a reliable pick-up point for regional transit services.
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