The station opened on April 7, 2014, marking the end of construction of the Montaño Transit Center.

[1] [2] The station platform and shelters were built in pueblo-revival style, and features green technology, such as LED lighting and solar panels.

Bus bays have been created to accommodate current transit service to the station and allow for expansion of bus service to the Montaño Transit Center at an undisclosed future date.

[3] The transit center is designed to link residents in the north valley neighborhoods to both ABQ RIDE and the Rail Runner, and to relieve overcrowded parking lots at the Los Ranchos/Journal Center station.

[4] Starting January 11, passengers can transfer to ABQ RIDE route 157, which serves both Cottonwood and Coronado malls, and Kirtland Air Force Base.