LIRR Long Beach Station

Long Beach Station is an Easyway Terminal Stop on the LIRR Long Beach Branch, serving commuters and beachgoers alike. The station, situated in Nassau County, is a portal to the Atlantic shore, attracting thousands of summer travelers. In all seasons, it runs a good service to Penn Station and Jamaica, getting everyone to work in New York City.

The station features ticket vending machines, covered platforms, and seating, making it nice and convenient for daily commuters. Also, its proximity to Long Beach’s lively boardwalk, shops, and restaurants makes it a good stop for leisure guests as well. Due to the Long Beach Branch having the most frequent service out of all lines during rush hours and weekends, this station is a major connection point for commuters and tourists.

Category	Details
Station Name	Downtown Long Beach Station
Address	128 W 1st Street, Long Beach, CA 90802
Transit Line	Metro A Line (formerly Blue Line) – Southern Terminus
Platform Configuration	1 island platform, 2 tracks
Accessibility	Fully accessible (ramps, tactile paving, elevators nearby)
Bike Facilities	Long Beach Bike Share, bike racks nearby
Parking	No dedicated parking at station; paid public garages/lots nearby
Nearby Parking	City Place A/B/C (first 2 hrs free), Aquarium Garage, Pike Garage
Public Transit Links	Long Beach Transit, Metro Bus, LADOT, Torrance Transit, FlixBus
Major Nearby Attractions	Aquarium of the Pacific, The Pike Outlets, Shoreline Village, Convention Center
Dining/Entertainment	Pine Ave Dining District, Rainbow Harbor, The Pike Entertainment Complex
Key Features	Public art (Angel Train mural), Transit Mall hub, upgraded bus shelters
Opened	1990 (rebuilt in 2010–2011 with upgrades)
Zone	Metro Fare Zone 1

Long Beach Train Station Address

Everything about this station can be placed at W 1st Street, Downtown Long Beach, on the ground in between Pine Ave and Pacific Ave.
It is the southern terminus of Metro’s A Line and serves as a transit mall for Metro trains only, as well as buses from Long Beach Transit.
It has a single island platform and two tracks; it is fully accessible and contains an artwork, “Angel Train”, by Terry Schoonhoven.

LIRR Long Beach Parking

No free parking is provided, but there are several paid public car parks a short walk away. Nearby options include:
City Place: Garage A, B & C (first 2 hours free)
Parking is available in the following spaces: Aquarium/Queensway Bay Garage, Shoreline Village Lot, Pike Parking, Promenade garages, and other municipal lots.
Parking hints: Get full-day discounts (~$6‑8), validate tickets at the Aquarium or Pike Outlets, use free downtown bus service, and use Passport, smart meters, & the Passport Parking app.
The station also features Long Beach Bike Share stations and bike racks for cyclists.

LIRR Long Beach Nearby Attractions

Within easy walking distance:

The Pike Outlets / The Pike Entertainment Complex offers outlet shopping, restaurants, a Ferris wheel, a historic carousel, a theater, and more
Aquarium of the Pacific—across the street and adjacent to the Queensway Bay Waterfront area.
Rainbow Harbor & Shoreline Village: Waterfront dining, shops, and harbor walks.
The city is the largest hub of the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, where many events take place, as well as its Performing Arts Center.
Dozens of restaurants, bars, and nightlife venues are in the Pine Avenue Entertainment District.

Key Features of LIRR Long Beach

The stop is in the heart of the Long Beach Transit Mall, which was greatly improved in 2010-11 with modern bus shelters and lighting, as well as new public art.
This is where you connect with bus lines like Long Beach Transit, Metro, LADOT Express, Torrance Transit, and Flixbus.
There is paid nearby parking, bicycle routes, and wheelchair-accessible passages.

LIRR Long Beach Train Schedule

Long Beach LIRR Weekday Schedule

Time Period	First Departure	Last Departure	Frequency (Headway)
Early Morning (pre‑peak)	~ 5:08 AM	~ 6:00 AM	~ 10–12 min
Morning Peak (5–9 AM)	~ 6:00 AM	~ 9:00 AM	Every 8 minutes
Midday (9 AM–3 PM)	~ 9:00 AM	~ 3:00 PM	Every 10 minutes
Afternoon Peak (3–7 PM)	~ 3:00 PM	~ 7:00 PM	Every 8 minutes
Evening Late-period (post‑7 PM)	~ 7:00 PM	~ 11:45 PM	Every 10 minutes, with end-of-service trains departing at ~11:45 PM northbound

Long Beach LIRR Weekend Schedule

Day	First Departure	Last Departure	Typical Frequency
Saturday	3:33 AM	11:22 PM	Every ~12 minutes
Sunday	3:33 AM	11:02 PM	Every ~12 minutes

Restaurants Near LIRR Long Beach Station

Casual & Quick Bites

Modica’s Deli: Cozy, old-school source of sandwiches, Panini & salads in an Italian-American style.
The Breakfast Bar: Known for good food, from hangover cure brunch and bi-coastal benny to libations.
George’s Greek Cafe: Relaxed, sunny space with outdoor seating & large portions of casual Greek food.
King’s Fish House: Restaurant serving seafood like oysters, sushi & grilled fish.
Dog Haus: In a sleek, modern space, Dog Haus serves gourmet hot dogs and sausages along with craft beer.

Sit-Down Dining

Michael’s Downtown: Great for Italian with fresh pasta, pizza, and a busy vibe.
L’Opera Ristorante: An Expensive fine-dining experience with Italian cuisine, located inside a historic bank building.
555 East American Steakhouse: Prime cuts, wine, old-school steakhouse.
Bo-Beau Kitchen + Roof Tap: American food with a French influence and rooftop seating.

International Flavors

Padre: Tacos & Ceviche (Latin fusion with craft cocktails)
Tokyo Wako: Provides lively shows by the chef and serves Japanese hibachi and sushi.
Thai District (upstairs), upscale dining with fancy Thai food.
Jade Restaurant: American-style Chinese family dining.