Nearly 50 years is a long time to wait for a train, but East Los Angeles residents can rest at ease, their train’s finally come in. An $898-million Gold Line extension opened in November, marking the first time in a half century a train has served that area.

The entire 20-mile Gold Line route from Pasadena to East L.A.’s Atlantic station cost a mere $1.25. One reason for rail line extension was to make it easier and cheaper for residents to reach jobs throughout SoCal, however some believe the importance of the extension goes beyond that: it could spark a much-needed renaissance in the area, drawing in businesses and creating jobs.

The expanding Metro Rail system now offers access to several places in SoCal, from Pasadena to Redondo to downtown Los Angeles to Long Beach to the South East Cities.