ONT Airport Transportation to Colton: Options and Planning

ONT is in Ontario, north-west of Colton, and works as an arrival point for the Inland Empire. Your actual trip depends on conditions and pickup arrangements.

For public transport, the airport has connections to regional bus and rail providers. Omnitrans serves both the airport and Colton, while other providers connect ONT with communities across Southern California. The airport identifies providers including Amtrak, Metrolink, Greyhound, Foothill Transit and Riverside Transit Agency.

If you’re comparing airports for a Colton trip, San Bernardino International Airport is another option. The San Bernardino International Airport route to Colton has its own transport considerations.

Driving gives you a direct trip from the airport to Colton. ONT is about a 24-minute drive from Colton Inn. ONT also has rental-car service, so you can collect a vehicle at the airport or arrange a ride with a driver.

For a pickup, coordinate the meeting point with your driver before leaving the terminal. ONT requires ground-transportation providers doing business at the airport to hold an airport permit. The airport charges separate pickup or drop-off fees for transportation network companies, taxis and charter vehicles; charter charges depend on vehicle capacity.

Drivers who arrive before their passenger is ready can wait at the free Cell Phone Waiting Lot on John Bangs Drive. Once your passenger is ready, agree on a terminal pickup point and follow airport directions rather than circling the terminal curb.

Public transport from ONT to Colton is possible, but you may need to combine services and confirm the connections for your travel day.

Omnitrans serves Colton and the airport; Route 290 connects Colton, Montclair, Ontario and San Bernardino with express service. Routes 15, 19, 22, 61, 215 and 305 also serve Colton, while Route 61 serves Fontana, Ontario and Pomona.

ONT Connect, operated by Omnitrans, runs between Rancho Cucamonga Metrolink station and the airport’s Terminals 2 and 4. To use it from the airport, board at either terminal; the shuttle stop is east of the terminal exits.

For the airport-bound trip, take Metrolink’s San Bernardino Line to Rancho Cucamonga and transfer to the shuttle. The ride is free with a valid Metrolink ticket.

ONT’s own airport shuttles connect terminal and airport locations rather than providing the full trip to Colton. At Terminals 2 and 4, stops are on the terminal islands between the parking lots and terminal buildings; at the Rental Car Center, stops are in front of the building.

Signs with QR codes at shuttle stops give access to live locations and estimated arrival times.

Set your pickup plan before you land: confirm who is meeting you, which terminal you’ll use and where you’ll meet. ONT recommends arranging courtesy transportation with participating hotels or motels 72 hours before your trip.

If you’re using an airport shuttle to move between terminals or the Rental Car Center, check the stop location at your departure point. The airport’s shuttle service runs 24 hours a day, with service every 5 to 20 minutes and less frequent departures between 12:30 a.m. and 3 a.m.

For a shuttle stop at the International Arrivals terminal or USO, passengers can ask the driver onboard or call 909-937-1240. Accessible pickup and drop-off areas are available at the terminals.

Confirm the latest route, fare, shuttle and pickup details with the operator before setting out. Service information and airport fees can change, and bus schedules may differ on holidays. Omnitrans buses do not run on New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Check the official site before you go, including ONT and Omnitrans for current airport and bus details. If you’re making a connection by train or bus, verify each leg separately and leave time to transfer between services.

Does public transportation connect ONT with Colton?

Yes. Omnitrans serves Colton and the airport, but you may need to combine services. Check the current route and schedule for your trip.

Is the ONT Connect shuttle free?

The shuttle ride between Rancho Cucamonga Metrolink station and the airport is free with a valid Metrolink ticket.

Where do airport shuttles pick up at Terminals 2 and 4?

The stops are on the terminal islands between the parking lots and terminal buildings. QR-code signs at shuttle stops provide access to live shuttle locations and estimated arrival times.