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Caltrain Provides Update on Award of Modernization Contracts
November 5, 2015
At today’s Joint Powers Board meeting, Caltrain provided an update to the ongoing process to award contracts to construct the Peninsula Corridor Electrification Project and purchase new electric trains.

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: October 31 to November 6, 2015
October 30, 2015
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Caltrain to Replace Tilton Avenue Bridge and Provide Bus Bridge
October 28, 2015
On the weekend of Nov. 7, 2015, Caltrain will be replacing the 100-year-old Tilton Avenue rail bridge as part of the San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project . The bridge replacement will

Caltrain to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Fare Changes
October 28, 2015
Caltrain will host a public hearing next week to gather feedback on proposed changes to fare rates and daily parking charges . The hearing will take place during the Caltrain

New Faces Join Transit District Executive Team
October 27, 2015
The San Mateo County Transit District is evolving to meet the changing needs of its customers and the communities it serves by bringing a new perspective to the agency’s executive

Caltrain to Replace Quint Street Bridge in San Francisco
October 26, 2015
Beginning in November, Caltrain will be removing the existing Quint Street Bridge and replacing it with a new berm. The current 100-year-old bridge is deemed structurally deficient and does not

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: October 24 to October 30, 2015
October 23, 2015
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Construction, Installation and Maintenance: October 17 to October 23, 2015
October 16, 2015
Construction, Installation and Maintenance: October 17 to October 23, 2015 Please note, information reported below is subject to change without notice. If you are a member of the media,

#Caltrain Social News: Oct 16, 2015
October 16, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week @Caltrain_News hey thanks for everything you do. Accidents happen. We appreciate it. — Michael Xu (@Mx2323) October 14, 2015 We sent her nephew a Caltrain

Caltrain Issues Statement On Recent Incidents; Seeks Community Support
October 14, 2015
Caltrain is working to develop and promote new strategies for encouraging safe behavior around its railroad tracks following a recent series of incidents in which vehicles illegally stopped at

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: October 10 to October 16, 2015
October 9, 2015
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#Caltrain Social News: Oct 9, 2015
October 9, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week He's sharing. I wonder if this guy on the Caltrain knows his headphones leak sound. Currently he and I are "enjoying" Easy E. — Madison

Take Caltrain to Disney on Ice at the SAP Center Next Week
October 8, 2015
Families can skate past traffic and parking challenges by taking Caltrain to Disney on Ice: Dare to Dream at the SAP Center in San Jose next week. The five-day

Make Caltrain Part of Your Trip to Fleet Week in San Francisco
October 7, 2015
Attendees can use Caltrain to zoom over to San Francisco for Fleet Week festivities, which start Thursday on the city’s waterfront. Caltrain will provide extra capacity on Saturday and

Caltrain to Host Community Meetings, Public Hearing on Proposed Fare Changes
October 6, 2015
Caltrain will host a series of community meetings this month to gather feedback on proposed changes to fare rates and daily parking charges . As part of the

Win Big By Taking Caltrain to Sharks’ Regular Season Home Opener
October 6, 2015
Hockey fans can count on Caltrain to get them to San Jose for the Sharks’ regular season home opener on Saturday night against the Anaheim Ducks. The contest is

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: October 3 to October 9, 2015
October 2, 2015
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Caltrain Participates in Regional Rail Safety Blitz
September 30, 2015
To round out Rail Safety Month, Caltrain ended September by participating in a regional rail safety blitz in San Jose in an effort to educate people about safe behavior around

Avoid the Blues by Making Caltrain Part of Your Trip to Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival
September 30, 2015
With more than 100,000 people expected to descend upon Golden Gate Park, driving a car to San Francisco hardly seems like the right choice for this weekend’s Hardly Strictly

From Land to Sea: Take Caltrain to Port Fest in Redwood City
September 29, 2015
Maritime lovers can make Caltrain part of their journey to the sea for this weekend’s Port Fest in Redwood City. The event will take place from 9 a.m. – 4

San Mateo Bridges Project: Tilton Avenue Closure and Bridge Change-out
September 28, 2015
The first street closure related to the San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project will begin on Friday, October 2. The Tilton Avenue bridge area will be closed for up to 8

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: September 26 to October 2, 2015
September 25, 2015
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Caltrain Executive Director Statement: Friday Night's Incident
September 25, 2015
Earlier tonight Northbound Caltrain 371 struck a vehicle at the Broadway Avenue crossing in Burlingame. No one was injured as a result of the incident. There were more than

#Caltrain Social News: September 25, 2015
September 25, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Full on jealous we didn't see that. Today I rode home from Caltrain on a razor scooter and had a headlamp on. I'm pretty sure

Caltrain Partners with San Mateo County on Suicide Prevention Forum
September 23, 2015
This Friday, Sept. 25, Caltrain will be partnering with the County of San Mateo Health System to host the Speak Up, Save a Life: Suicide Prevention Forum in recognition of

Take Caltrain to AC/DC Show at AT&T Park on Friday Night
September 22, 2015
For those about to rock, Caltrain salutes you—by making sure you get to the AC/DC concert at AT&T Park on Friday night. The legendary Aussie rockers will kick off

Caltrain is the Power Play for Traveling to Sharks Preseason Opener
September 21, 2015
Professional hockey is set to return to the Bay Area on Friday night, when the San Jose Sharks host their preseason home opener against the Phoenix Coyotes. The San

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: September 19 to September 25, 2015
September 18, 2015
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Three Nonprofits Receive $30K From Holiday Train Donations
September 16, 2015
Through the generous donations collected from the annual Holiday Train event, Caltrain and Silicon Valley Community Foundation will direct a total of 30,000 to three local nonprofit organizations. Larkin

#Caltrain Social News: Sept. 11, 2015
September 11, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Oh yeah? Do tell... Do you want to find out what's going to happen in Silicon Valley? Take the Caltrain often. Be all eyes and

Take Caltrain to Mountain View Art and Wine Festival This Weekend
September 9, 2015
Families can skip out on the hassle of parking and traffic by taking Caltrain to the 44 th annual Mountain View Art and Wine Festival this weekend. Caltrain’s weekend

Caltrain Ready for the Return of Regular Season Football at Levi’s Stadium
September 9, 2015
Regular season football will be back in full swing on Monday night when the 49ers host the Minnesota Vikings, and Caltrain will be making sure that fans get to

Catch Caltrain to Stanford Games This Season
September 8, 2015
It should be a Cardinal rule to travel on Caltrain for Stanford football games this season. The Stanford football squad will open their home schedule this Saturday with a

#Caltrain Social News: Sept 4, 2015
September 4, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Those Fritos are well deserved. First class of the semester completed! Celebrating with the traditional Fritos and tiny champagne bottle on Caltrain home. Tiny victories.

Caltrain Proclaims September Rail Safety Month
September 3, 2015
For most people living and working along the Peninsula rail corridor, the sight of a nearly two story tall, one million pound train is common place. But complacency around a

Media Advisory: Caltrain Board to Honor Heroic Sheriff's Deputies and Security Guard
September 2, 2015
Who: The Caltrain Board of Directors will present Sheriff’s Deputies Lance Whitted and Erik Rueppel and Redwood City Caltrain Station Security Guard Dell Thompson with certificates of recognition honoring

Caltrain is the Perfect Note for Fans Going to See Billy Joel at AT&T Park
September 2, 2015
Every Bill Joel fan wants to hear the piano man sing them a song, which is why they should all take Caltrain to the legendary performer’s concert at AT&T

Caltrain, SamTrans to Operate Sunday Schedules for Labor Day
September 2, 2015
Caltrain and SamTrans will operate Sunday schedules for the Labor Day holiday on Monday, September 7. Caltrain will operate 32 trains between San Francisco and San Jose, which includes

Caltrain Begins Vegetation Removal and Fencing Work in Palo Alto
September 1, 2015
As part of a mutual agreement between Caltrain and the city of Palo Alto, Caltrain began vegetation removal today along the rail corridor in an effort to improve safety in

#Caltrain Social News: August 28, 2015
August 28, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week We're a train, can't help it. *attempts to make a more obnoxious noise than Caltrain* *can't* — Amber Bear (@SilverChangling) August 28, 2015 That is one

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: August 29 to September 4, 2015
August 28, 2015
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Caltrain is the Right Note for Fans Going to Luke Bryan Show this Weekend
August 26, 2015
Caltrain can be the perfect partner for fans travelling to country music superstar Luke Bryan’s show at Levi’s Stadium on Saturday night. Bryan, who has sold more than 7

Transit District Chief Announces New Organizational Structure
August 25, 2015
General Manager and Chief Executive Officer Jim Hartnett today announced a restructuring of the executive management team at SamTrans, which also has administrative responsibilities for Caltrain and the San

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: August 22 to August 28, 2015
August 21, 2015
NOTICE Construction, Installation and Maintenance: August 22 to August 28, 2015 Please note, information reported below is subject to change without notice. If you are a member

#Caltrain Social News: August 21, 2015
August 21, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Weird image. He sounds hungry. props to the guy on caltrain eating a ton of pasta off a paper plate — nope (@girl_and_cat) August 17,

Caltrain Ready for Return of Football at Levi’s Stadium
August 19, 2015
It’s been a long offseason, but 49er football is finally returning to Levi’s Stadium and Caltrain can be a trusted partner to get the faithful to Santa Clara in

#Caltrain Social News: August 14, 2015
August 14, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Hardcore bathroom rocker. I found the bathrooms on Caltrain and now my life has changed so hard, I can never go back @CaltrainReports — White

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: August 15 to August 21, 2015
August 13, 2015
Construction, Installation and Maintenance: August 15 to August 21, 2015 Please note, information reported below is subject to change without notice. If you are a member of the media,

Skip All the Hoops By Taking Caltrain To Circus Shows at SAP Center
August 13, 2015
Navigating the busy roads and highways of the Bay Area can really be a circus, which is why Caltrain should be the travel method of choice for families heading

Take Public Transit to the 2015 Burlingame On The Avenue Event
August 11, 2015
Leave your car behind and take public transit to the free Burlingame On The Avenue summer festival this weekend, Aug. 15 & 16 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in

Take Caltrain to See Taylor Swift Concerts at Levi’s Stadium
August 11, 2015
Taylor Swift fans can shake off the headaches of parking and traffic by making Caltrain part of their trip to see the singer-songwriter at Levi’s Stadium this Friday and

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: August 8 to August 14, 2015
August 7, 2015
NOTICE Construction, Installation and Maintenance: August 8 to August 14, 2015 Please note, information reported below is subject to change without notice. If you are a member of

District Agencies Pass Proclamations Recognizing Anniversary of Americans With Disabilities Act
August 7, 2015
The respective boards for SamTrans, Caltrain and the San Mateo County Transportation Authority unanimously passed proclamations this week recognizing the 25 th anniversary of the passage of the

Hit the Right Note By Taking Caltrain to San Jose Jazz Festival
August 5, 2015
Music fans won’t miss a beat by taking Caltrain to the San Jose Jazz-Summerfest 2015 event this weekend. A showcase for jazz and related genres, Summer Fest is also

Take Caltrain to See Joel and Victoria Osteen at AT&T Park on Saturday
August 4, 2015
Pastor Joel Osteen and his wife Victoria will be hosting a special event at AT&T Park on Saturday night, and Caltrain will be a reliable transportation option for

Make Caltrain Part of Your Trip to Outside Lands Festival
August 4, 2015
With more than 100,000 people expected to attend this year’s Outside Lands Music Festival in San Francisco, traffic and parking conditions are going to be difficult to navigate, which

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: August 1 to August 7, 2015
July 31, 2015

Air District Awards $20 Million to Caltrain Electrification Project
July 29, 2015
Today, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District’s Board of Directors approved the allocation of 20 million dollars to help fund the electrification of the Caltrain corridor. Transitioning to electric-powered

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: July 25 to July 31, 2015
July 24, 2015
Construction San Francisco Roadway Bridges Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday. Neighbors may experience construction noise during

Soccer Fans Can Make Caltrain Part of Their Trip to International Matchup at Levi’s Stadium on Saturday
July 20, 2015
International soccer play returns this weekend to Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, and fans can rely on Caltrain to make sure they get to the contest on time. Manchester

Construction,Installation and Maintenance: July 18 to July 24, 2015
July 17, 2015
Construction, Installation and Maintenance: July 18 to July 24, 2015 Please note, information reported below is subject to change without notice. If you are a member of the media, please

Road Closures Set for July 20 as Part of SF Roadway Bridges Project
July 15, 2015
Caltrain will begin construction work next week on replacing Paul Avenue Bridge as part of its ongoing San Francisco Roadway Bridges Project. Caltrain is removing and replacing three existing

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: July 11 to July 17, 2015
July 10, 2015
Construction, Installation and Maintenance: July 11 to July 17, 2015 Construction San Francisco Roadway Bridges Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5

Caltrain Board Approves Project Labor Agreement for Electrification
July 2, 2015
A Project Labor Agreement (PLA) for the Peninsula Corridor Electrification Project was unanimously approved by Caltrain’s Board of Directors at the rail agency’s July meeting on Thursday. The labor

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: July 4 to July 10, 2015
July 2, 2015
Construction, Installation and Maintenance: July 4 to July 10, 2015 Construction San Francisco Roadway Bridges Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and

Caltrain to Add Fireworks Service; Both Systems to Operate on Holiday Schedules
June 29, 2015
On the Fourth of July, Caltrain will operate on Sunday schedules, and will offer extra service for Independence Day fireworks in San Francisco. Following the fireworks, the first special train

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: June 27 to July 3, 2015
June 26, 2015
Construction San Francisco Roadway Bridges Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday. Neighbors may experience construction noise

Caltrain Offering Service for Earthquakes Game at Stanford Stadium on Saturday Night
June 24, 2015
The San Jose Earthquakes will face their rivals the Los Angeles Galaxy in a special home match at Stanford Stadium on Saturday night, and Caltrain will be offering plenty

Music Fans Can Live It Up By Taking Caltrain To Grateful Dead Shows This Weekend
June 23, 2015
Your trip to watch the Grateful Dead play doesn’t have to be long or strange if you make Caltrain part of your journey to see the legendary band perform

Caltrain Offers Hassle-free Service to SF Pride Festival This Weekend
June 22, 2015
Bay Area residents headed to the 45 th Annual San Francisco Pride Celebration & Parade this Saturday and Sunday can avoid traffic and parking headaches by taking Caltrain to

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: June 20 to June 26, 2015
June 19, 2015
Construction San Francisco Roadway Bridges Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday. Neighbors may experience construction noise

#Caltrain Social News: June 19, 2015
June 19, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Best part about another Bay Area championship: BART gets the parade traffic. #Caltrain is legit starting to fill up w/ yellow shirts for the #Warriors

Caltrain Releases Video Overview of New Advanced Signal System
June 18, 2015
Caltrain is releasing a video that provides the public with an inside look at the new Advanced Signal System the rail agency is installing to meet the Federal government’s

Caltrain to Close Mary Avenue Crossing this Weekend
June 16, 2015
Beginning 8 p.m. Friday, June 19, until 4 a.m. Monday, June 22, the railroad crossings at Mary Avenue in Sunnyvale will be closed for 55 hours for track maintenance work.

REMINDER: Caltrain, SamTrans Holding Events to Celebrate Dump the Pump Day This Thursday
June 15, 2015
Caltrain and SamTrans will celebrate Dump the Pump Day on June 18 by holding events to encourage commuters to get out of their cars and on to public transit.

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: June 13 to June 19, 2015
June 12, 2015
Construction San Francisco Roadway Bridges Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday. Neighbors may experience construction noise during

#Caltrain Social News: June 12, 2015
June 12, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week A kindly move. Chivalry isn't dead, and the surprising proof is in the gentleman who just gave up his seat on CalTrain to me. —

Caltrain Promotes Rail Safety Campaign in June
June 8, 2015
Every month, Caltrain operates more than 138,000 miles of trips up and down the Peninsula, carrying an ever-growing number of people to work, to play and to many other destinations.

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: June 6 to June 12, 2015
June 5, 2015
Construction, Installation and Maintenance: June 6 to June 12, 2015 Construction San Francisco Roadway Bridges Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m.

#Caltrain Social News: June 5, 2015
June 5, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Indeed. @MenloParkPD Thank you for fixing the Alma/Ravenswood intersection at @Caltrain_News crossing. Was a pedestrian hazard before. — Travis (@californiatrav) June 3, 2015 :( Somehow, being

Caltrain Board of Directors Approves Operating and Capital Budgets
June 5, 2015
Caltrain’s Board of Directors unanimously approved balanced operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2016 at the rail agency’s monthly board meeting on June 5. The 139.2 million operating

Caltrain and SamTrans are Family-Friendly Ways to Travel to San Mateo County Fair
June 4, 2015
The San Mateo County Fair returns this weekend, and SamTrans and Caltrain are a surefire way for families to enjoy a safe and easy trip to the gathering. The

Caltrain, SamTrans Holding Events to Celebrate Dump the Pump Day on June 18
June 3, 2015
Caltrain and SamTrans will celebrate Dump the Pump Day on June 18 by holding events to encourage commuters to get out of their cars and on to public transit.

Caltrain to Host Media Roundtable Event to Discuss Coverage of Fatalities on Railway
June 2, 2015
What: Caltrain is inviting reporters, editors and producers from Bay Area media publications to a roundtable discussion that will focus on coverage of fatalities on the train

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: May 30 to June 5, 2015
May 29, 2015
Construction San Francisco Roadway Bridges Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday. Neighbors may experience construction noise during

#Caltrain Social News: May 29, 2015
May 29, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Battery power is the new foundation of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. Wish I had a shampoo bottle to read the ingredients for the rest of

Enjoy the Sunset by Taking Transit to Annual Magazine Celebration Event Next Month
May 27, 2015
The annual Sunset Celebration Weekend will take place next month, and participants can take Caltrain or SamTrans to the celebration of food, wine, travel and homemaking festivities. The event,

Caltrain to Operate Bus Bridge June 6 & 7
May 27, 2015
On the weekend of June 6 and 7, Caltrain will operate a bus bridge between its Bayshore, 22nd Street and San Francisco stations to allow critical safety work to take

#Caltrain Social News: May 22, 2015
May 22, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Too much. Just absolutely too much cuteness. Momma duck and her ducklings trying to get on Caltrain this morning pic.twitter.com/MNhEDA5cak — Carey Waterman (@carey_waterman) May

Caltrain Posts Informational Video Online About Bike Parking and Storage
May 22, 2015
With ridership skyrocketing, Caltrain is dealing with significant capacity constraints, particularly for passengers who take their bikes on board trains. Although Caltrain dedicates at least two cars for bikes

Take Caltrain to Levi’s® Stadium for San Jose Earthquakes Game May 24
May 21, 2015
Soccer fans know they won’t be given a yellow card for taking the smart way to the game: Caltrain. The San Jose Earthquakes will return for the second time to

Caltrain to Hold Special Workshop Meeting on Electric Train Cars
May 19, 2015
Caltrain to Hold Special Workshop Meeting on Electric Train Cars Caltrain will convene a special community workshop on Wednesday to discuss capacity and design specifications for the agency’s future

#Caltrain Social News: May 15, 2015
May 15, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week That extra car stretches the view on that bend. @Caltrain_News That's a lot of train out front of us! #319arriving pic.twitter.com/hLwMSJ3ezD — David W. (@davethetallguy)

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: May 16 to May 22, 2015
May 15, 2015
Construction San Francisco Roadway Bridges Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday. Neighbors may experience construction noise during

Every Day is Bike to Work Day on SamTrans and Caltrain
May 13, 2015
This Thursday, May 14, thousands of Bay Area bicyclists will participate in the 21 st Annual Bike to Work Day , an annual event that encourages commuters to try riding

Caltrain Providing Extra Service for Bay to Breakers Race on Sunday
May 13, 2015
Racers, spectators, volunteers and other fans of San Francisco’s most unique sporting event can count on Caltrain to get to them to the starting line in time for the

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: May 9 to May 15, 2015
May 8, 2015
Construction, Installation and Maintenance: May 9 to May 15, 2015 Construction San Francisco Roadway Bridges Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5

#Caltrain Social News: May 8, 2015
May 8, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Zzzzzz It is literally impossible for me to stay awake on Caltrain — Terry Koh (@tkoh1) May 8, 2015 Pregnant with the joy of a

Caltrain Ridership Hits All-time High - Again
May 7, 2015
Caltrain’s annual ridership count confirms what riders already know – more people are riding the train than ever before. Initial findings from the annual ridership count presented today at the

San Mateo County Transit District Rolls Out Video Introduction Of New CEO
May 7, 2015
The San Mateo County Transit District’s new General Manager/CEO Jim Hartnett is featured in an on-camera introduction being released today. In this video he reflects on the major issues and

Caltrain To Roll Out Six-Car Trains Beginning Monday, May 11
May 6, 2015
Beginning Monday, May 11, Caltrain will add an extra car to all Bombardier train sets currently in operation. The sixth car will provide an additional 150 seats and increased

Caltrain Seeks Volunteers for its Community Advisory Committee
May 6, 2015
The Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board, the entity that manages Caltrain, is seeking volunteers from San Francisco, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties to apply for its Citizens Advisory Committee

#Caltrain Social News: May 1, 2015
May 1, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week A knitizen creating #CommuteCraft. I see an elderly lady knitting an iPad sleeve on the Caltrain . Just plain lovely ! — Ashwin Raghav (@ashwinraghav) May 1,

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: May 2 to May 8, 2015
May 1, 2015
Construction, Installation and Maintenance: May 2 to May 8, 2015 Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5

Road Closures Begin Next Week as Part of SF Roadway Bridges Project
April 30, 2015
Caltrain will begin construction work to replace the 23 rd Street Bridge in San Francisco on May 4 , resulting in some road closures near the site. Caltrain is removing and

Country Music Fans Can Take Caltrain to Levi’s Stadium’s First Live Music Concert on Saturday
April 28, 2015
Caltrain should be packed with plenty of passengers in Wranglers on Saturday, as Levi’s Stadium will host its first ever live music event with performances from country music stars

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: April 25 to May 1, 2015
April 24, 2015
Construction, Installation and Maintenance: April 25 to May 1, 2015 Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5

#Caltrain Social News: April 24, 2015
April 24, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Um, congrats? Only 1 person can claim parking in space 420 on 4/20 at San Jose Diridon. I am that person! #Caltrain #Happy420 pic.twitter.com/c5T4TvlzlW —

Caltrain, SamTrans To Participate in Blue Sky Festival on Wednesday
April 21, 2015
Staff members and volunteers representing Caltrain and SamTrans will be hosting a booth and detailing the environmental benefits of taking transit as part of BART’s Blue Sky Festival tomorrow.

Take Public Transportation to New Living Expo Event in San Mateo
April 20, 2015
The New Living Expo , Northern California’s premier gathering for natural health, returns to the Bay Area with a three-day event at the San Mateo Event Center, which is conveniently

#Caltrain Social News: April 17, 2015
April 17, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Thanks for advocating! Successful day in Sac advocating for Caltrain. Goal: Increase capacity from 61,000 daily trips to 110,000 in 5 years. pic.twitter.com/DD0fX7C0wt — SV

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: April 18 to April 24, 2015
April 17, 2015
Construction, Installation and Maintenance: April 18 to April 24, 2015 Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5

Caltrain’s Bike Bump Form Now Online
April 14, 2015
Caltrain’s Bike Bump form—a tool for cyclists to report when they’ve been denied boarding on trains due to overcrowding issues—is now available for use online. The form is available

Caltrain is a Super Choice for Off-road Racing Event at Levi’s Stadium on Saturday
April 13, 2015
Racing enthusiasts can zoom around traffic and parking headaches by making Caltrain part of their trip to Levi’s Stadium for the AMA Supercross spectacle on Saturday night. The technically

#Caltrain Social News: April 10, 2015
April 10, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Glad you were able to #StandUp4Transportation with Mr. Hartnett. One more, with new @Caltrain_News CEO Jim Hartnett doing the #StandUp4Transportation thing pic.twitter.com/SWdmMrzawh — Ted Rosenbaum

Regular Season Baseball is Back! Caltrain Ready to Take Customers to Giants Home Opener
April 10, 2015
Caltrain will be running at full steam for the Giants’ home opener on Monday afternoon, as the World Series champs return to AT&T Park for their first regular season

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: April 11 to April 17, 2015
April 10, 2015
Construction, Installation and Maintenance: April 11 to April 17, 2015 Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5

Transit District Asks Supporters to “Stand Up for Transportation Day”
April 9, 2015
The San Mateo County Transit District joined transit agencies from all over the Bay Area today at the Temporary Transbay Terminal in San Francisco for Stand Up for Transportation Day

Take Caltrain to Monster Jam at Levi’s Stadium on Saturday
April 6, 2015
Big truck enthusiasts don’t have to worry about crushing traffic conditions by making Caltrain part of their trip to see Monster Jam at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara this

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: April 4 to April 10, 2015
April 3, 2015
Construction, Installation and Maintenance: April 4 to April 10, 2015 Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5

#Caltrain Social News: April 3, 2015
April 3, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week You never know... Wish I took #caltrain more to work, you never know who you'll meet, a #VC , #CEO , the #love of your life. #optionality

Media Advisory - Transit District to Participate in Stand Up for Transportation Day
April 2, 2015
WHO: Jim Hartnett, the San Mateo County Transit District’s new General Manager for SamTrans, Caltrain and the San Mateo County Transportation Authority, will join a collection of Bay Area transportation

Caltrain Board To Consider Resolution Concerning Recent Suicides On Rail Corridor
April 1, 2015
At tomorrow's board meeting, the Joint Powers Board will consider a resolution that reaffirms Caltrain's commitment to rail safety practices, suicide awareness and prevention efforts, partnerships with community and

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week - 3-27-15
March 27, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Unchivalrous theft! At the CalTrain station. Dropped my quarter while buying ticket. Hit a dude's foot. He picked it up. I smiled. He pocketed it.

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: March 28 to April 3, 2015
March 26, 2015
Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday. There is no night or weekend

REMINDER: Take Caltrain to See Defending Champs for Preseason Action at AT&T Park
March 26, 2015
Baseball is almost back in the Bay Area, and fans know that they won’t strike out by taking Caltrain to AT&T Park to watch the Giants play. The defending

Caltrain is the Ticket for Wrestlemania 31 at Levi’s Stadium
March 23, 2015
More than 70,000 people are expected to attend Wrestlemania 31 at Levi’s Stadium on Sunday, but fans can avoid a traffic headlock by using Caltrain for their trip to

#Caltrain Social News: 3-20-15
March 20, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Noted. #BigData out. Computational aspects, in. OH pitch from a recruiter on caltrain "we combine computational aspects with biology". #bigdata is out and "computational aspects"

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: March 21 to March 27, 2015
March 20, 2015
Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday. There is no night or weekend

Take Caltrain to See Defending Champs for Preseason Action at AT&T Park
March 18, 2015
Baseball is almost back in the Bay Area, and fans know that they won’t strike out by taking Caltrain to AT&T Park to watch the Giants play. The defending

#Caltrain Social News: March 13, 2015
March 13, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week There are systems to respect. Props to guy who said "you know there's a luggage car 2 cars back!" to the guy who refused me

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: March 14 to March 20, 2015
March 12, 2015
Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday. There is no night or weekend

Take Caltrain to St. Patrick’s Day Parade in San Francisco
March 12, 2015
Passengers can go green in more ways than one by taking Caltrain to the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival in San Francisco on Saturday. Revelers can reduce

San Mateo County Transit District Names Jim Harnett As New GM; Will Lead Caltrain, SamTrans and SMCTA
March 11, 2015
Jim Hartnett, veteran transportation and community leader, was unanimously appointed today to head the San Mateo County Transit District, an independent and consolidated public agency that includes the SamTrans

Elected Officials and Local Leaders Comment on New GM Appointment
March 11, 2015
On March 30, Jim Hartnett will become General Manager and Chief Executive Officer of the San Mateo County Transit District, a position that carries with it the responsibilities as

New General Manager Jim Hartnett Background and Experience
March 11, 2015
Jim Hartnett, 64, an attorney and Redwood City resident, served more than a decade on both the District and the Caltrain boards of directors and has served both boards

#Caltrain Social News: March 6, 2015
March 6, 2015
Caltrain Social News Caltrain Instagram of the Week This week's #CaltrainIG comes from @christinemix . Thanks for the shot! Most popular Facebook post of the Week Post by Caltrain .

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: March 7 to March 13, 2015
March 6, 2015
Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday. There is no night or weekend

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 2-27-15
February 27, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Looks blue and black to us. Guys, what color is the Caltrain???! #thetrain #redandsilver pic.twitter.com/fokFeOs6EE — Caltrain Manners (@CaltrainManners) February 27, 2015 Gallery cars: shaken,

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: Feb. 28 to March 6, 2015
February 26, 2015
Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday. There is no night or weekend

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: Feb. 21 to Feb. 27, 2015
February 20, 2015
Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project Monday, Feb. 23, to Friday, Feb. 27, crews will continue constructing a temporary access road using prefabricated concrete blocks to access work areas where

Caltrain to Host Public Meetings on San Francisco Roadway Bridges Project
February 19, 2015
Caltrain will host two community meetings next month next month to provide information about its upcoming San Francisco Roadway Bridges Project. In April, Caltrain is expected to begin construction

Caltrain is the Power Play for Fans Going to NHL Game at Levi’s Stadium
February 17, 2015
Football season may be over, but Levi’s Stadium is still open for business and hosting world-class sporting events. On Saturday, the 2015 Coors Light NHL Stadium Series will be

Caltrain, SamTrans To Adjust Schedules For Presidents Day Holiday
February 9, 2015
Caltrain will operate on a modified Saturday schedule consisting of 44 trains for the Presidents Day holiday Monday, Feb. 16. SamTrans will operate a regular, non-school day schedule for

#Caltrain Social News: Feb 6, 2015
February 6, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Please continue to ride, sir. Don't know why but when I use #caltrain in most cases we have rain :) #sunnycalifornia :) — Justin Taruska (@jtaruska) February

Caltrain Board Authorizes Release of Electrification Design Build RFP
February 6, 2015
Yesterday, the Caltrain Board authorized the release of the Peninsula Corridor Electrification Project (PCEP) Design Build Request for Proposals (RFP). The decision is the next critical step in the

Caltrain’s Finances Get Clean Bill of Health During Annual Review
February 5, 2015
Independent auditors have recognized Caltrain’s financial practices as fair and in compliance with standard accounting principles as part of an annual review process. Caltrain, responsible for managing commuter rail service

Catch Caltrain to AT&T Park This Weekend for KNBR Giant’s Fan Fest
February 3, 2015
It may seem like the magic of the Giants World Series title last year still hasn’t worn off, but the 2015 season is right around the corner, and baseball

#Caltrain Social News: Jan 30, 2015
January 30, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Thank you for your wonderfulness. Guy checking tickets on @Caltrain_News just told me I was wonderful after he checked mine? #ohstopityou ❤️ — melissa :) (@hustler4life_)

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: Jan. 31 to Feb. 6, 2015
January 29, 2015
Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project Monday, Feb. 2, to Friday, Feb. 6, crews will be installing soldier piles on Caltrain property west of the railroad tracks from North Railroad

#Caltrain Social News: Jan. 23, 2015
January 23, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week A day to reflect on the plight of those around the self-awareness-less. It's national no self-awareness day on Caltrain — Devon Rhodes (@devoncrhodes) January 23,

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: Jan. 24 to Jan. 30, 2015
January 22, 2015
Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project Monday, Jan. 26, to Friday, Jan. 30, crews will continue potholing (digging) in specific locations to confirm the location of any existing underground utilities

#Caltrain Social News: Jan. 16, 2015
January 16, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week As long as she doesn't mind too much. Have been on Caltrain since dawn of time. Am panicking about dinner and gnawing on fellow passenger's

Caltrain Conducts Annual Count
January 15, 2015
There is no need for Caltrain riders to “stand up and be counted.” Beginning Jan. 20, Caltrain will conduct its annual onboard count of riders, both seated and standing. With

Freedom Train to Run For Final Time On Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 13, 2015
Caltrain will run the annual chartered Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Freedom Train on Monday, commemorating the 50 th anniversary of the civil rights leader’s famed march from Selma

#Caltrain Social News: June 6, 2014
January 9, 2015
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Cyclists applaud new 6-car rail configuration with three bike cars. Wow, huge news this morning! @Caltrain_News commits to adding 3rd bike car on all Bombardiers.

Caltrain Board Certifies Final Environmental Impact Report and Approves Peninsula Corridor Electrification Project
January 8, 2015
The Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board today certified the Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) and approved the planned electrification of the Caltrain corridor between San Jose and San Francisco,

Caltrain Swears in New Director, Elects Officers for 2015
January 8, 2015
Caltrain’s Board of Directors swore in new member Jeff Gee and elected its officers for 2015 at the rail agency’s January meeting. The board of directors is the governing

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: Jan. 3 to Jan. 9, 2015
December 31, 2014
Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project Monday, Jan. 5, to Friday, Jan. 9, crews will continue clearing and removing existing vegetation along the right-of-way, clearing abandoned Western Union overhead lines,

REMINDER: Caltrain To Increase Service, Offer Free Rides for New Year’s Eve
December 30, 2014
There is nothing quite like celebrating New Year’s Eve in the Bay Area, which is why Caltrain will be working late and providing free service for revelers enjoying the

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: Dec. 27, 2014 to Jan. 2, 2015
December 23, 2014
Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project Monday, Dec. 29, Tuesday, Dec. 30, and Friday, Jan. 2, crews will continue clearing and removing existing vegetation along the right of way, installing

Reminder: Caltrain and SamTrans To Adjust Schedule for Christmas Holiday
December 23, 2014
Caltrain and SamTrans will operate the following service for the Christmas holiday on Thursday: Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24 Caltrain will operate a regular weekday schedule of 92 trains.

Fans Can Use Caltrain to Watch Last Football Game of 2014 at Levi’s Stadium
December 23, 2014
Levi’s Stadium will cap off its debut year with the Foster Farms Bowl, a postseason college football game, on Tuesday, Dec. 30. Fans can rely on Caltrain as a

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: Dec. 20 to Dec. 26, 2014
December 18, 2014
Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project Monday, Dec. 22, and Tuesday, Dec. 23, crews will continue clearing and removing existing vegetation along the right of way, installing storm water pollution

Caltrain Adjusts Youth Fare
December 18, 2014
Some may consider Caltrain the Fountain of Youth when it expands its “Youth” category to include those who are 18 years old, beginning Dec. 21. The change is in support

Holiday Train Gathers 3,000 Toys for Local Children
December 18, 2014
The holiday season will be a little brighter for thousands of children thanks to the generosity of people who donated toys to the Caltrain Holiday Train, presented by Silicon Valley

Caltrain To Increase Service, Offer Free Rides for New Year’s Eve
December 18, 2014
There is nothing quite like celebrating New Year’s Eve in the Bay Area, which is why Caltrain will be working late and providing free service for revelers enjoying the

Caltrain and SamTrans To Adjust Schedule for Christmas Holiday
December 16, 2014
Caltrain and SamTrans will operate the following service for the Christmas holiday next week: Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24 Caltrain will operate a regular weekday schedule of 92 trains.

#Caltrain Social News: Dec 12, 2014
December 12, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Another amazing Holiday Train in the books. Last crowd of the night for #HolidayTrain2014 is big in Sunnyvale! @siliconvalleycf @Caltrain_News @SalvationArmySF pic.twitter.com/DudRZAxrra — siliconvalleycf.org (@siliconvalleycf) December

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: Dec. 13 to Dec. 19, 2014
December 11, 2014
Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project Monday, Dec. 15, through Friday, Dec. 19, crews will begin installing storm water pollution prevention controls, installing project signs, clearing and removing existing vegetation,

Transit District Reflects Back on Busy Year with Digital Holiday Card
December 10, 2014
It’s been a very busy year for the San Mateo County Transit District, the agency that manages Caltrain, SamTrans and the San Mateo County Transportation Authority. And with the

Caltrain Sets Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Goal for Electrification Project
December 8, 2014
Caltrain’s Board of Directors has authorized the publication of a participation goal for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) as part of the rail agency’s Peninsula Corridor Electrification Project . Based on

#Caltrain Social News: Dec 5, 2014
December 5, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week The season of giving! Thank you kind stranger at Millbrae #caltrain station for giving me 1 without hesitation when I had forgotten my wallet to

Caltrain Releases Peninsula Corridor Electrification Project Final Environmental Impact Report
December 4, 2014
Caltrain today released the Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) for the planned electrification of the Caltrain corridor between San Jose and San Francisco, a major milestone in the railroad’s

Caltrain Moves Forward With New Rail Car Purchase
December 4, 2014
At today’s board meeting, Caltrain’s board of directors authorized the agency to enter in to an agreement with Metrolink to purchase 16 surplus rail cars. The agreement requires the

San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project Begins This Month
December 3, 2014
Work is set to begin this month on Caltrain’s San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project, an important infrastructure project that will provide seismic upgrades to four aging railways passes on

Emergency Preparedness Drill to be Conducted Dec. 6
December 2, 2014
Caltrain will conduct an emergency preparedness drill on the train tracks at the Gilroy train station on Saturday, Dec. 6. The exercise will be held from 7:30 a.m. until

Caltrain and SamTrans to Adjust Schedule for Thanksgiving, 49ers Game
November 24, 2014
Caltrain and SamTrans will operate on a Sunday schedule on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27, although Caltrain will run special service to accommodate the crowds heading to Levi’s Stadium for

#Caltrain Social News: Nov 21, 2014
November 21, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week We're out of practice. Got caught in the pouring rain at @Caltrain_News . It was amazing pic.twitter.com/YPxll7N3LW — Paulina Dao (@paulina_dao) November 21, 2014 Well, he

Holiday Train Features Live Entertainment Dec. 6 & 7
November 21, 2014
Kick off your holiday season with a visit to your neighborhood Caltrain station to see the Caltrain Holiday Train , presented by Silicon Valley Community Foundation . The glittering “show train”

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: Nov. 22 to Nov. 28, 2014
November 20, 2014
Construction San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project Beginning Monday, Dec. 8, residents living in San Mateo’s North Central region will begin to see construction activity in their neighborhood. Construction crews will

Caltrain Shuttle Honored with Award by Burlingame Business Group
November 19, 2014
A local shuttle service operated by Caltrain has been recognized as an ideal Public Transportation Project by the Best Businesses of Burlingame Award Program. The Broadway-Millbrae Shuttle, which offers

#Caltrain Social News: Nov 14, 2014
November 14, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week - Sorry for the Delays Edition Awwww. @Caltrain_News NB279 and I just had our 3 hour anniversary. I almost sad to leave it. #Caltrain — Divs

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: Nov. 15 to Nov. 21, 2014
November 13, 2014
Construction There are no major construction projects at this time. Installation Communications Based Overlay Signal System (CBOSS) Positive Train Control (PTC) Project The CBOSS PTC Project is an advanced signal

Caltrain Seeking Volunteers to Join Bicycle Advisory Committee
November 11, 2014
Caltrain is currently accepting applications for its Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC), an advisory body comprised of nine volunteers from the three counties served by the rail agency. The BAC

Take Transit To The San Mateo Harvest Festival
November 11, 2014
Art lovers can take Caltrain or SamTrans to the 2014 San Mateo Harvest Festival – Original Arts & Crafts Show this weekend. The festival will be held at the San

Holiday Train Dec. 6 & 7 Marks Start of Season of Giving
November 10, 2014
Bay Area residents know the holiday season has arrived when the Caltrain Holiday Train , presented by Silicon Valley Community Foundation, makes its way from San Francisco to Santa Clara. The

Caltrain Posts Instructional Bike Video Online
November 10, 2014
Caltrain is one of the nation’s leading transit agencies when it comes to making its system accessible for bicyclists. Bicycles play a crucial role in getting transit passengers through

#Caltrain Social News: Nov 7, 2014
November 7, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Does he work for Twitter or Facebook? This little kid is so excited to be on this damn train! #caltrain — Ashley (@fashionpeacelov) November 7,

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: Nov. 8 to Nov. 14, 2014
November 6, 2014
Construction There are no major construction projects at this time. Installation Communications Based Overlay Signal System (CBOSS) Positive Train Control (PTC) Project The CBOSS PTC Project is an advanced signal

Bay Meadows School Makes History with Transit First Policy, Gives Caltrain Go Pass to Every Student
November 6, 2014
The Nueva School , located adjacent to the Caltrain Hillsdale Station, is the first school to make Caltrain’s Go Pass available to all of its students, staff and faculty. The Go

Caltrain Encourages Recreational Travel During Off-Peak Times
November 6, 2014
Are you ready to experience the best of the Bay Area? With cultural attractions, sporting venues, malls, dining, farmers’ markets and many more amenities located on or near the

Caltrain Updates Cost and Schedule Projections for Electrification Project
November 6, 2014
Today, the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board received updated information about the projected cost and timeframe for the Peninsula Corridor Electrification Project (PCEP), which includes Caltrain electrification and the purchase

Champs! Fan Can March to Caltrain for Service to Giants Victory Parade
October 30, 2014
Looks like some celebrating is in order! For the third time in five years, the Giants are World Series champs, and this Friday the team will parade through downtown

Caltrain Offers Special Service for 49ers’ Game on Sunday
October 29, 2014
The 49ers will host the St. Louis Rams on Sunday for the team’s first home game in nearly a month, and Caltrain will be providing special service to help

Caltrain Celebrates 10 Years of Baby Bullet Service; Looks To Future Growth and Meeting Commuter Needs; Announces Formation of Caltrain Commuter Coalition
October 27, 2014
As Caltrain marks its 10 th year of Baby Bullet service, major employers that have grown their companies along the Caltrain/101 corridor announced the formation of a new advocacy

#Caltrain Social News: Oct 24, 2014
October 24, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week "NERDS!!!" - Ogre, Revenge of the Nerds. Super loud and heated debate over super heroes on #Caltrain this morning. Happy Friday! — Becky Higgins (@BeckyHiggins) October

Local Officials and Business Leaders Celebrate 10 Years of Baby Bullet Service
October 23, 2014
What: Caltrain will celebrate 10 years of Baby Bullet service with a special news conference at the San Francisco Caltrain Station. Since the express trains were introduced

Catch Baseball Fever By Taking Caltrain to World Series
October 22, 2014
For the third time in five years, the World Series will make its way to San Francisco, meaning Giants fans can once again rely on Caltrain to get them

Pigskin Fans Can Hop on Caltrain for First College Football Game at Levi’s Stadium
October 21, 2014
College football will make its debut at Levi’s Stadium on Friday when Cal takes on Oregon, and Caltrain will be ready to help passengers get to the game. The

#Caltrain Social News: Oct 17, 2014
October 17, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Caltrainku Golden sun rises Train chugs past estuary Stop! Look up from phone #haiku #commute @Caltrain_News — Jamie K (@frakesy) October 17, 2014 Scottie is invaluable. SB268

Caltrain Receives FRA Approval to Proceed with New Positive Train Control System
October 16, 2014
The Federal Railroad Administration has given Caltrain the green light to proceed with the installation and testing of its Positive Train Control technology, a “smart” system designed to prevent

Local Officials and Business Leaders Celebrate 10 Years of Baby Bullet Service
October 15, 2014
What: Caltrain will celebrate 10 years of Baby Bullet service with a special news conference at the San Francisco Caltrain Station. Since the express trains were introduced

Caltrain is Your Ticket to NASA’s Ames Open House Event
October 14, 2014
Amateur astronomers and deep-space theorists can hop on Caltrain as part of their voyage to NASA’s annual open house event at the Ames Research Center. The space exploration agency

Caltrain to Run Special Service for Giants Home Playoff Games This Week
October 13, 2014
Caltrain will provide extra capacity and run special service for Giants fans attending the team’s three home playoff games this week. The Giants will face the St. Louis Cardinals

#Caltrain Social News: Oct 10, 2014
October 10, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week "I come in peace" - LOL! Friggin squirrel is pelting me with half eaten nut berry things. Just waiting for the #caltrain I come in peace!

Sharks Fans Can Score Big By Taking Caltrain to San Jose’s Home Opener
October 10, 2014
The San Jose Sharks’ home opener at SAP Center is set for Saturday night, and Caltrain will provide a convenient transportation option for hockey fans attending the game. The

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: Oct. 11 to Oct. 17, 2014
October 9, 2014
Construction There are no major construction projects at this time. Installation Communications Based Overlay Signal System (CBOSS) Positive Train Control (PTC) Project The CBOSS PTC Project is an advanced signal

Caltrain Provides Convenient Service to Sporting Events at Levi’s Stadium
October 8, 2014
From football games—both professional and amateur—to international soccer matches and even outdoor hockey contests, Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara plays host to an array of exhilarating athletic events. And with

Giants Fans Can Take Caltrain to AT&T Park For Playoff Game Tonight
October 7, 2014
The Giants might have missed their chance to move on in the postseason yesterday, but Caltrain will be a guaranteed win for fans travelling to the team’s playoff game tonight.

Caltrain Gets Clearance to Proceed with Design/Build Plans for Electrification
October 6, 2014
This week, Governor Edmund G. Brown, Jr., signed legislation that allows the Caltrain electrification project to proceed as a design/build project. The design/build procurement method allows agencies to combine design

Giants Fans Can Take Caltrain to AT&T Park For Playoff Game Today
October 6, 2014
Giants fans can take Caltrain to today’s playoff game at AT&T Park, where the home team will look to advance in the postseason. First pitch for the team’s game against

#Caltrain Social News: Oct 3, 2014
October 3, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week The kid's got game, for sure. "You should really take up clarinet. It's made me a better person." - Kid dropping sweet game to a girl

Take the Train to the Port – Redwood City Port Fest Oct. 4
October 2, 2014
Sailors and landlubbers alike can go multi-modal by taking Caltrain to the Redwood City PortFest , Saturday, Oct. 4. A free shuttle, courtesy of the festival organizers, will serve the Redwood

Caltrain Launches Suicide-Prevention Page
October 1, 2014
In recognition of Railroad Safety Month, Caltrain has launched a special page on its website dedicated to suicide prevention information and outreach. The webpage, www.caltrain.com/ThereIsHelp includes a crisis hotline number

Reminder to Caltrain Customers: Scheduling Changes Coming Oct. 5
September 30, 2014
Caltrain is reminding customers that changes to scheduling and paper ticket fares will be implemented in October. Beginning on October 5, Caltrain will adjust its timetable to improve reliability and

Caltrain to Hold Meeting on Thursday about San Mateo Bridges Project
September 29, 2014
Caltrain will host a community meeting on Thursday to inform area residents about the progress and next steps of its San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project. The forum will include new

Caltrain Launches Suicide-Prevention Page
September 29, 2014
What: As part of Railroad Safety Month, Caltrain is launching a special page on its website dedicated to suicide prevention information and outreach. The page, under the rail safety menu, includes

#Caltrain Social News: Sept 26, 2014
September 26, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week - #CaltrainManners Edition Those go on the floor, thanks. Dry heaving at my current view so you all have to suffer with me. #caltrain pic.twitter.com/dPLlqNG3FU —

Hockey Season Is Back! Take Caltrain to Sharks Preseason Opener
September 23, 2014
With the San Jose Diridon Station just a short walk from the SAP Center , Caltrain is the perfect travel option for hockey fans itching to watch their beloved Sharks when

#Caltrain Social News: Sept. 19, 2014
September 19, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Well, game's over. You found us. Why have I not known about #caltrain before?! This is the best way to get from SF to San

Truly Enjoy the San Mateo Wine Walk By Taking SamTrans or Caltrain
September 15, 2014
The Wine Walk in San Mateo is back, and vino connoisseurs can revel in the gathering by taking Caltrain or SamTrans to the 18 th annual event on Saturday, Sept.

Caltrain to Adjust Schedule and Paper Ticket Fares
September 12, 2014
Beginning Sunday, Oct. 5, Caltrain will adjust its timetable to improve reliability and accommodate upcoming construction work along the rail corridor. It also will increase the cost of tickets purchased

#Caltrain Social News: Sept 12, 2014
September 12, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week One does not "touch an iPhone 6," iPhone 6 chose you to touch it. Touched an iPhone 6 on the Caltrain today. #OnlyInSF — Pamela

Caltrain Providing Special Service For 49ers’ Regular Season Home Opener
September 9, 2014
Coming off a stirring opening-season victory against the Cowboys, the 49ers will introduce their new stadium to a national audience on Sunday night, and Caltrain will be providing special service

Caltrain To Collect Public Feedback for New Electric Trains
September 5, 2014
Caltrain is asking the public to provide feedback and input on design details of its future fleet of Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) trains. The EMU trains will replace approximately 75

#Caltrain Social News: Sept 5, 2014
September 5, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Nice bike tag art! I really appreciate the aesthetics embodied in the design of this #Caltrain destination tag pic.twitter.com/cNhPAf05Yj — Raeying (@raeying) September 5, 2014

Caltrain Marks Rail Safety Month by Adding Suicide Prevention Resources to Website
September 4, 2014
Caltrain kicked off its annual rail safety observance today with the adoption of a proclamation declaring September Railroad Safety Month. This year the commuter railroad will highlight its continuing efforts

Caltrain To Purchase Additional Rail Cars
September 4, 2014
Caltrain announced plans to purchase 16 surplus Metrolink rail cars at today’s Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board. The additional cars will be used to extend train sets and provide more

Transit District General Manager Announces Retirement
August 28, 2014
After nearly 50 years in public transportation, including 15 years leading the San Mateo County Transit District, Michael J. Scanlon on Wednesday informed the District Board of Directors he is

Deadline to Comment on Caltrain's Strategic Plan is Aug. 29
August 27, 2014
Caltrain has been collecting feedback from the public on its draft Strategic Plan since October, but there are only two more days left to offer input on the policy document.

#Caltrain Social News: August 22, 2014
August 22, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week PLEASE submit this to the Caltrain Strategic Plan. Caltrain idea: someone selling pb&j sandwiches during lunch hours because think of all the starving SJ to

Take Caltrain to 49ers’ First Game at Levi’s® Stadium on Sunday
August 12, 2014
Caltrain will be providing special service to the San Francisco 49ers’ long-awaited debut at Levi’s ® Stadium on Sunday. The 49ers will square off against Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos

Transit District Pleased To See DA Investigation Concluded
August 12, 2014
The San Mateo County Transit District issued the following statement in response to the news release from the San Mateo County District Attorney’s office regarding the finance and accounting practices

#Caltrain Social News: Aug 8, 2014
August 8, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Well, not Caltrain, but the area is. Or so we hear. OH on Caltrain: "So this is it? This is startup Mecca?" — Spencer Yen

Caltrain Board Approves Capital Budget; Focus on Infrastructure Needs
August 7, 2014
Caltrain’s Board of Directors unanimously approved a 43.6 million capital budget, which will provide funding for bridge repair work in San Mateo, new safety improvements on the rail system and

Don’t Miss a Beat By Taking Caltrain to AT&T Park for Jay Z and Beyoncé Concerts Next Week
July 29, 2014
Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z and his wife, rhythm and blues superstar Beyonc é , will play two shows next week at AT&T Park in San Francisco, and Caltrain will be providing special

Take Caltrain to New Levi’s® Stadium to see San Jose Earthquakes Game on Aug. 2
July 28, 2014
While the 49ers debut at the new Levi’s ® Stadium in Santa Clara may still be a few weeks away, fans can get a sneak preview of the facility by taking

#Caltrain Social News: June 25, 2014
July 25, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Oh good. Us too. I do love taking Caltrain again. — Ryan Riddle (@iryan) July 23, 2014 It's Friday. Now who looks silly? I think

Caltrain All Set To Kick Off Levi's^® Stadium Service
July 24, 2014
Three preseason events at Levi's ® Stadium will give sports fans a chance to try out Caltrain service before the 49ers kick off their inaugural season at the new venue Sept.

Caltrain On Deck to Provide Service for New Giants Adjusted Start Time on Sunday
July 24, 2014
The Giants are in the midst of a heated pennant race, and ESPN has taken note by rescheduling the team’s Sunday game against their archrival, the Los Angeles Dodgers, to

#Caltrain Social News: July 18, 2014
July 18, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week We just control-alt-delete those bad boys. Fixes 'em right up. #Caltrain reboot worked. Doors working again. The old Windows trick is still rockin' and rollin'

Caltrain to Upgrade Public Address Systems at Four Stations
July 14, 2014
Caltrain is set to improve the customer experience of its passengers by upgrading the Public Address (PA) systems at its San Francisco 22 nd Street, South San Francisco, Sunnyvale and

#Caltrain Social News: July 11, 2014
July 11, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Tell us about it... I need a sticker for my laptop - "my other office is caltrain" — Emile Petrone (@emilepetrone) July 10, 2014 Caltrain, of

Caltrain Board Unanimously Approves Fare Changes
July 3, 2014
The Caltrain Board of Directors at its July meeting approved a series of changes to its codified tariff, the legal document that dictates Caltrain’s fare policies. The board approved the

SamTrans and Caltrain Service for the Fourth of July Holiday
July 2, 2014
On the Fourth of July, SamTrans and Caltrain will operate on Sunday schedules. Caltrain will offer extra service for Independence Day fireworks in San Francisco. Following the fireworks, the first

Take Caltrain to Opera in the Ballpark this Saturday
June 30, 2014
Opera at the Ballpark returns to San Francisco this weekend, and Caltrain will be providing music lovers with service to the event at AT&T Park. The San Francisco Opera will

#Caltrain Social News: June 27, 2014
June 27, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Bring on Belgium! I'm loving all the red, white, and blue on Caltrain today. #IBelieveThatWeWillWin #USMNT Go USA!! — Ms Eight (@Ms_Eight) June 26, 2014

Caltrain’s the Kicker for Service to Earthquake’s Game on Saturday
June 25, 2014
The nation is currently reveling in World Cup fever, but the United States squad isn’t the only team excelling at soccer right now. On Saturday, the San Jose Earthquakes will

Caltrain Offers Weekend Service to SF Pride Festival
June 25, 2014
Bay Area residents headed to the Annual San Francisco Pride Celebration & Parade Saturday, June 28 and Sunday, June 29 can avoid traffic and parking hassles by taking Caltrain to

Caltrain Applauds Passage of State Budget with Strong Transportation Funding
June 25, 2014
Last week, Gov. Jerry Brown signed a 108 billion state budget that includes a 1.7 billion investment in public transportation and transportation improvements and lays the framework for additional transportation

Caltrain is Music to Your Ears For Opera at the Ballpark
June 24, 2014
Fans of Italian master composer Giuseppe Verdi know that Caltrain is a pitch perfect travel option for Opera at the Ballpark event at AT&T Park. The San Francisco Opera will

#Caltrain Social News: June 20, 2014
June 20, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Love is in the... oh, nevermind. Well hello cute guy on train.. That I'll never get the courage to talk to lol #firstworldproblems #dangit #Caltrain

Join Local Leaders in Dumping the Pump Tomorrow!
June 18, 2014
If you commit to leaving your car at home for Dump the Pump Day tomorrow, you may spot one of your local city council members of county supervisors doing the

#Caltrain Social News: June 13, 2014
June 13, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Indeed. Come on Caltrain riders, you can do better than this. pic.twitter.com/8VGwMNF9FB — Ms Eight (@Ms_Eight) June 12, 2014 Please move your bags off seats

Local Leaders Leave Cars At Home For Dump the Pump
June 11, 2014
SamTrans and Caltrain are asking Bay Area transit leaders to demonstrate how easy it is to replace a car trip with a transit trip for Dump the Pump Day Thursday,

Mountain View Grade Crossing Closed for Maintenance Work
June 10, 2014
The Castro Street grade crossing in Mountain View will be closed to vehicle and pedestrian traffic from 8 p.m., Friday, June 20 until 4 a.m., Monday June 23. The closure

#Caltrain Social News: June 6, 2014
June 6, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week Please let Jessica on first, thanks. Anyone who thinks they can muscle ahead of me getting on the Caltrain has no idea who they're dealing

Caltrain Board Adopts Balanced Operating Budget
June 5, 2014
Caltrain’s Board of Directors today adopted a Fiscal Year 2015 operating budget that is fully balanced and requires no cuts in service and no fare increases. The FY2015 budget depends

Caltrain Board to Hold Special Meeting, 9:30 a.m., June 5
June 4, 2014
The Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board of Directors (JPB), the policy board responsible for oversight of Caltrain service between San Francisco and Gilroy, will hold a special board meeting starting

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 5-30-14
May 30, 2014
It's weird because journeys are also about chicken sandwiches. Some might ask why I caught Caltrain to Sunnyvale just to eat a chicken sandwich. Well, It's about the journey, not

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 5-30-14
May 30, 2014

Take SamTrans and Caltrain to the County Fair
May 30, 2014
Families are the focus of the San Mateo County Fair this year, to be held June 7 -15 at the San Mateo County Event Center. Families can turn their annual

Use Transit to Ride Off into the Sunset Celebration Weekend in Menlo Park
May 29, 2014
Enjoy a weekend of food, wine, travel and gardening demonstrations by taking SamTrans and Caltrain to the annual Sunset Celebration Weekend in Menlo Park. The event, staged by Sunset Magazine,

What Do You Think? Caltrain Solicits Public Input on Strategic Plan
May 23, 2014
What changes to Caltrain service do you think we should strive for? What safety and security concerns do you have? What are your thoughts about future capital investments in the

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 5-23-14
May 23, 2014
Doh! Realizing you're parked in MV once you arrive in SJ.. #caltrain problems — emileu (@emileu529) May 21, 2014 A boss is a boss, sweaty or not.. Just ran from FIDI

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 5-23-14
May 23, 2014
The Palo Alto station cafe is a very nice place to enjoy an espresso. This photo captures that feeling. Thanks to @gascasf for the nice black and white shot.

Caltrain, SamTrans to Operate Sunday Schedules for Memorial Day
May 19, 2014
Caltrain and SamTrans will operate on Sunday schedules for the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 26. Caltrain will operate 32 trains between San Francisco and San Jose, which includes

Who Rides Caltrain? Passenger Count & Survey Important Source of Info
May 19, 2014
With more than 50,000 riders on an average weekday, Caltrain is enjoying the highest ridership in its 150 year history. Who those riders are and what they think of Caltrain

Caltrain Modernization Takes Another Step Forward
May 16, 2014
The Caltrain Modernization Program took an important step forward this week with the release of the Request for Qualification for the contract for the electrification portion of the project that

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 6-16-2014
May 16, 2014
Making trains faster, the power of Friday. Not sure why but #caltrain this morning seems faster than normal. But then again maybe I'm extra optimistic for #tgif — Sophia D

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 5-16-14
May 16, 2014
Where are we goin? Good color and energy got this bad boy the IGOTW nod. Thnx to @mrlovlie .

Caltrain Seeks Comment on Proposed Changes to Fees for Parking, Paper Tickets & Go Pass and Youth Age
May 14, 2014
Caltrain will be holding public meetings and a public hearing to seek comments on several proposed changes to its Codified Tariff, which outlines its fare policy. The public hearing will

Caltrain Comes in First in the Race to Bay to Breakers
May 13, 2014
Runners, volunteers and participants of all stripes can get a head start to Bay to Breakers on Sunday by taking Caltrain to San Francisco’s most famous road race. Four special

Do It Yourself By Taking Transit to Maker Faire in San Mateo This Weekend
May 13, 2014
Creative types will want to get onboard Caltrain and SamTrans for service to the Maker Faire , an event celebrating all types of explorers, tinkerers and inventors. The two-day, family-friendly event

San Bruno, Caltrain and the TA Celebrate Grade Separation Completion
May 10, 2014
The community of San Bruno gathered today to celebrate the completion of a project that transforms the entrance to its downtown and improves rail safety for the city and for

Caltrain Board Appoints Director Jerry Deal to Transbay Joint Powers Authority
May 7, 2014
Caltrain’s Board of Directors has appointed Jerry Deal to serve as its representative on the Transbay Joint Powers Authority , the body responsible for overseeing a new intermodal terminal called the

Local Officials, Businesses and Organizations To Welcome New San Bruno Station With Special Event on Saturday
May 7, 2014
What: Caltrain is celebrating the completion of the San Bruno Grade Separation Project with a special community event on Saturday, May 10. The event will feature speeches from

Caltrain Celebrates Bike to Work Week With a Race
May 5, 2014
Caltrain knows that cycling is an integral part of the commute for Bay Area residents, particularly for those making that “last mile” connection between transit stops and their work and

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 5-2-14
May 2, 2014
Architecture often makes good Instagramming. Here's one example from the Millbrae station. Thanks to IGer @norac for the cool shot.

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 5-2-14
May 2, 2014
Help those poor people. I feel like I need to do an intervention to this conversation I’m overhearing on Caltrain. Guys Java is not Javascript. — Chris Burnor (@chrisburnor) May

Caltrain Recommends Balanced Operating Budget
May 2, 2014
At its May Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board meeting, Caltrain staff presented board members with a preliminary Fiscal Year 2015 budget that is fully balanced and requires no cuts in

Caltrain Seeks Volunteers for its Community Advisory Committee
April 28, 2014
The Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board, the entity that manages Caltrain, is seeking volunteers from San Francisco and San Mateo counties to apply for its Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC). The

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week - 4-25-14
April 25, 2014
Hmmm, well let's see what others may suggest... Will I ever find love on the Caltrain? *sigh* — Jessica A (@J_applez) April 24, 2014 Ballgown on Caltrain, that's certain to

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 4-25-2014
April 25, 2014
Self-proclaimed human, @erinishuman , snapped another classic "Caltrain vs Gray Skies" shot. Suckers for that.

Caltrain to Celebrate New San Bruno Station With Special Event May 10
April 23, 2014
What: Caltrain is celebrating the completion of the San Bruno Grade Separation Project with a special community event on Saturday, May 10. The event will feature speeches from

Caltrain Conducts Rail Safety Blitz
April 18, 2014
As part of its commitment to rail safety, Caltrain will be at several train stations in the coming weeks to educate riders about safety around railroad tracks. The outreach campaign

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 4-18-2014
April 18, 2014
"One day, Caltrain!!! One day I'll get you!" - Little Dog Just saw a little dog attempt to chase the Caltrain baby bullet train I'm riding. Behind a fence so no

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 4-18-2014
April 18, 2014
We couldn't have taken a better selfie if our arms were 22 feet long. Thanks to IGer @roz99 .

Caltrain to Cap Off 150th Celebrations with Customer Appreciation Event
April 17, 2014
Caltrain’s series of celebrations marking 150 years of passenger rail service in the Peninsula will wind down with a customer appreciation event in San Francisco and San Jose on April

Celebrate Another Sharks’ Playoff Run By Riding Caltrain to the SAP Center
April 16, 2014
For the 10 th straight year, the Sharks will be competing in the National Hockey League playoffs, and San Jose fans hungry for that elusive Stanley Cup will be riding

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 4-11-2014
April 11, 2014
We've always got a seat for Karl the Fog. @KarlTheFog is looking for a ride on the Caltrain. pic.twitter.com/QL1g4Q5JJc — Chris Pesto (@pesto) April 10, 2014 Good friends, including with

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 4-11-2014
April 11, 2014
The Palo Alto rail bridge near the old El Palo Alto tree. By @sokokyu.

Score a Touchdown by Taking Caltrain to Stanford’s Spring Football Game
April 10, 2014
The college football season may still be several months away but that doesn’t mean that Stanford fans can’t still catch a glimpse of their team in action. The Cardinal squad,

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 4-4-14
April 4, 2014
Is there a gardener in the house? Ack I'm on the #caltrain platform and the biggest earthworm ever is inching toward me. pic.twitter.com/5Ejh0pSZRy — Lizzy Goldstein (@eeg224) April 4, 2014

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 4-4-2014
April 4, 2014
Interesting coloration on this image of Fourth & King Station in San Francisco. Thnx to IGer @94thday for the cool shot.

Giants Fans Know That Caltrain is the Right Call for Team’s Home Opener
April 3, 2014
Before they chow on their hot dogs and order up their peanuts, seasoned Giants fans will know to take Caltrain to the team’s home opener at AT&T Park on Tuesday.

SamTrans/Caltrain Celebrate Earth Day with Sustainable Scavenger Hunt
April 3, 2014
celebration of Earth Day, April 22, SamTrans and Caltrain are inviting people to participate in an environmental scavenger hunt. The virtual scavenger hunt asks people to submit photos, either digital

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 3-28-14
March 28, 2014
We are all weirdos to someone else. I see the weirdest people at the Caltrain station... Guess the look at me the same way aha — Louie.V (@LouieVmusic) March 28,

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 3-28-14
March 28, 2014
Workers in Sunnyvale are removing a fence and they were captured in this stellar Instagram by @dkirker .

Caltrain to Host Rail Safety Themed Reddit Ask Me Anything on April 1
March 25, 2014
With Caltrain’s ridership continuing to surge and the Bay Area population growing, Caltrain is hosting a rail safety themed Reddit - Ask Me Anything discussion to encourage an open dialogue about

Caltrain is Ready to Take Fans to AT&T Park for the Return of Baseball This Week
March 24, 2014
Baseball is coming back AT&T Park this week, and like always, Caltrain will be the transportation service of choice for Giants’ fans attending the games. The Giants will wind down

Caltrain to Begin Serving New San Bruno Station on April 1
March 19, 2014
Caltrain passengers will soon have access to the new grade separated San Bruno Station. The elevated station will be open to the public beginning April 1. Since 2010, Caltrain customers

Caltrain to Hold Rail Safety Virtual Townhall To Answer Questions About Safety Near Trains
March 18, 2014
In the wake of extensive news coverage resulting from a frightening video showing a person ducking under a gate and running across the tracks, narrowly avoiding being struck by an

Hit it Out of the Park by Taking Caltrain to Giants’ Games This Season
March 18, 2014
After a long winter, baseball is returning to the Bay Area next week and fans can once again rely on Caltrain to carry them to all of the Giants’ home

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 3-14-2014
March 14, 2014
Millions of man hours and dollars went into that thirst-quenching livecam. Amount of infrastructure required for me to see my coworker drink bottled water while on a videoconference from Caltrain:

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 3-14-2014
March 14, 2014
One of the more striking "Caltrain and clouds" Instagrams. Great shot by @alexrhone .

Bloom into the Spring Season by Taking Transit to the San Francisco Flower and Garden Show
March 13, 2014
What better way is there to celebrate the start of spring than by taking transit to the San Francisco Flower and Garden Show in San Mateo next week? The annual

Take Caltrain to St. Patrick’s Day Parade in San Francisco
March 12, 2014
Go green to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by taking Caltrain to San Francisco this Saturday. The 163 rd annual St. Patrick’s Day parade is taking place at 11:30 a.m., and

Take Caltrain to San Jose Earthquakes Games This Season
March 10, 2014
Soccer fans can get their kicks in this season by skipping traffic and taking Caltrain to San Jose Earthquakes home games at Buck Shaw Stadium in Santa Clara. The Earthquakes’

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 3-7-2014
March 7, 2014
Sounds like they need a vacation... oh, wait. On @caltrain . packed. Couple standing in aisle next 2 me is having that convo where she wants 2 go on trip 2gether.

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 3-7-2014
March 7, 2014
Nice effects on this Instagram of locomotive #915, by @danamo .

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 2-28-2014
February 28, 2014
C'mon! Sing along! "Ain't no mountains high enough ain't no caltrain long enough ain't no lake merced wide enough to keep me from gettin to you babe" — Bachmaneater (@BrookeBachman)

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 2-28-2014
February 28, 2014
The Giants train wrap and surroundings in this image create quite the wide ranging color profile. Thnx to @cmoticon .

Caltrain Releases Electrification Project Draft Environmental Impact Report
February 28, 2014
Caltrain today released the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the planned electrification of the Caltrain corridor between San Jose and San Francisco, a major milestone in the railroad’s efforts

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 2-21-2014
February 21, 2014
See? We're all not terrible. Faith in humanity restored: Stranger paid for my caltrain ticket #faithinhumanityrestored #blessed — Shirley Alonso (@artkidshirley) February 21, 2014 Those things have no horsepower, his

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 2-21-2014
February 21, 2014
There is dignity in riding the train. Thnx to @phumtran .

San Mateo County Transit District to Participate in Transform Summit
February 19, 2014
Transform, a regional transportation advocacy organization, will hold its second annual “Let’s Get Moving Silicon Valley” summit on Saturday. The conference will take place at the Avenidas Senior Center in

Take Caltrain to Disney on Ice at SAP Center Feb. 19 - 23
February 14, 2014
Make getting there part of the fun by taking Caltrain to the SAP Center Feb. 19 - 23 to see Disney on Ice: Rockin’ Ever After at the indoor arena located

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 2-14-2014
February 14, 2014
Super sweet. Happy Valentine's Day to them. Just helped a 85yr old couple buy their day pass valentines date on #Caltrain to San Francisco. That made my day #HappyValentinesDay —

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 2-14-2014
February 14, 2014
There is something about the bold colors of Caltrain that works so well against a gray sky. Thnx to @momopad .

Commuting on Caltrain Leads to Love and Marriage for These Passengers
February 14, 2014
Caltrain may consider adopting a new slogan for this Valentine’s Day: Matchmaker. With its long, quiet rides to work and ample opportunities to meet new and interesting people, Caltrain can

Celebrate The Year Of The Horse By Taking Caltrain To San Francisco
February 12, 2014
Revelers attending the Southwest Airlines Chinese New Year’s Festival & Parade in San Francisco can celebrate the Year of the Horse without the headache of traffic and parking by taking

Site Clearing Work Begins On San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project
February 11, 2014
A vegetation removal crew will begin the initial site clearing work this week along four Caltrain crossings as part of the rail agency’s San Mateo Bridge Replacement Project. The four

SamTrans, Caltrain To Adjust Schedules For Presidents Day Holiday
February 10, 2014
Caltrain will operate on a modified schedule consisting of 44 trains for the Presidents Day Holiday on Monday, Feb. 17. SamTrans will operate a regular, non-school day schedule for the

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 2-7-14
February 7, 2014
Interweb award winner... Riding Caltrain! pic.twitter.com/cbU6Qq3vlY — Aaron Patterson (@tenderlove) February 7, 2014 It's the rain. Flamingos love it. There is a guy on Caltrain with a stuffed flamingo on

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 2-7-14
February 7, 2014
Those rain clouds looked too sweeeeeet to pass up. Thnx to @rauzaval for the shot.

Catch Caltrain to AT&T Park This Weekend for KNBR Giant’s Fan Fest
January 29, 2014
With the start of spring training just a few weeks away, baseball fans can get back into the swing of things by taking Caltrain to AT&T Park on Saturday for

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 1-24-2014
January 24, 2014
We have feelings too, you know. #caltrain has apparently had it with me talking smack - passing baby bullet just blew my new hat off & all the way down the

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 1-24-2014
January 24, 2014
This view of Bayshore felt alien to us. Thnx to @ziyaxo .

Historian to Speak Jan. 25 in Honor of Caltrain's 150th
January 22, 2014
Peter A. Hansen, a railroad historian who writes for both scholarly and popular publications, will discuss the enormous technological breakthrough brought about by the invention of the railroad during a

A Short Trip On Caltrain Could Take You Far
January 22, 2014
Your dream vacation is just a short ride away on Caltrain and VTA’s light rail. Start your planning at the Bay Area Travel and Adventure Show at the Santa Clara

Caltrain Celebrates Past, Looks Forward to Future Jan. 18
January 18, 2014
Caltrain celebrated 150 years of passenger rail service between San Francisco and San Jose today with a community celebration that included a special train, speeches by elected officials and dignitaries,

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 1-17-2014
January 17, 2014
We'll see you next week in RED & GOLD! Seattle transit, sheesh. OK @Caltrain_News , @Seahawks win, your boss poses for pic in Seahawk gear. @49ers win, our boss poses in your

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 1-17-2014
January 17, 2014
This image of the San Carlos depot, one of seven historic stations along the Caltrain line, seemed appropriate with the 150th Anniversary celebration this weekend in Santa Clara. Thanks to

Caltrain Instagram of the Week 1-10-14
January 10, 2014
We couldn't pass up this cute little girl enjoying a ride on Caltrain. Thanks to IGer @sdelong74 .

#Caltrain Tweets of the Week 1-10-14
January 10, 2014
Honk honk. Honking our way through Silicon Valley #caltrain — Martin Hentschel (@hemasail) January 10, 2014 Who won? Impromptu race down 4th with random lady to catch Caltrain #normalday —

Caltrain Celebrates Past, Looks Forward to Future Jan. 18
January 9, 2014
What: The public is invited to celebrate 150 years of rail service between San Francisco and San Jose with a birthday party at the Santa Clara Caltrain Station that

Caltrain Board Elects Officers
January 9, 2014
The Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board, which owns and operates Caltrain, unanimously elected Tom Nolan, board chair of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, as board chair at its meeting today. Nolan was one

Freedom Train to Run Once Again for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 7, 2014
Continuing an annual tradition, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Association of Santa Clara will charter Caltrain as part of its “Freedom Train” celebration on Monday, Jan. 20. The train

Caltrain Board Reviews Annual Budget And Ridership Numbers
May 2, 2013
Rail Agency Sees Skyrocketing Ridership; Still Faces Uncertain Financial Future Caltrain staff today presented a preliminary report to the Joint Powers Board indicating the rail service’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2014

Caltrain Responds to Record Ridership Growth with Additional Trains
September 18, 2012
Caltrain is experiencing record ridership growth following 24 months of consecutive increases. In response to this growth, Caltrain is adding two new trains and restoring four others, previously cut due

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: September 12 to September 18, 2015
Construction, Installation and Maintenance: September 12 to September 18, 2015 Please note, information reported below is subject to change without notice. If you are a member of the media,

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: September 7 to September 11, 2015
NOTICE Construction, Installation and Maintenance: September 7 to September 11, 2015 Please note, information reported below is subject to change without notice. If you are a member of the

Take Caltrain to Opera at the Ballpark on July 3
Taking Caltrain to Opera at the Ballpark should be music to the ears of residents excited for the annual event at AT&T Park. The San Francisco Opera will present

Construction, Installation and Maintenance: May 23 to May 29, 2015
Construction, Installation and Maintenance: May 23 to May 29, 2015 Construction San Francisco Roadway Bridges Project * In general, all weekday construction activity will occur between 7 a.m. and 5

Caltrain, SamTrans to Operate Sunday Schedules for Memorial Day
Caltrain and SamTrans will operate on Sunday schedules for the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 25. Caltrain will operate 32 trains between San Francisco and San Jose, which

Take SamTrans or Caltrain to Maker Faire in San Mateo This Weekend
Creative types can craft an easy way to travel to the Maker Faire this weekend by taking Caltrain or SamTrans to the 10 th edition of the popular do-it-yourself

Caltrain to Remove Ballast from Menlo Park Storage Site with Assistance From Facebook
Responding to community concerns, Caltrain is removing all ballast material from its Chilco storage site in Menlo Park and will complete the project by October, about 1 ½ years earlier

Take Transit to the San Francisco Flower and Garden Show
Nature enthusiasts can celebrate the return of spring by taking public transportation to the 30 th edition of the San Francisco Flower and Garden Show in San Mateo this

Kick Into Gear by Taking Caltrain to Earthquakes’ Game at New Stadium
It’s not only a new season but a new stadium for the San Jose Earthquakes, who will make their regular-season debut at Avaya Stadium in San Jose this Sunday

Embrace Year of the Ram Revelry By Taking Caltrain to Chinese New Year’s Parade
Fans celebrating The Year of the Ram at the Southwest Airlines Chinese New Year’s Festival & Parade this Saturday can skip the hassle of parking and traffic by taking

#Caltrain Social News: Tweets of the Year
Caltrain Tweets of the Year Tweet of the Year Just got kicked off caltrain 1 stop away bc bought the wrong ticket. Also my ethics professor was on the train

#Caltrain Social News: August 29, 2014
Caltrain Tweets of the Week "neck beard" Just saw a guy wearing a backpack, a satchel across his belly and a mean neck beard. Caltrain does not disappoint. — Greg

Caltrain to Hold Community Meeting Tonight For San Mateo Bridges Project
Caltrain will host a community meeting tonight to discuss details of upcoming work related to the rail agency’s San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project . The meeting will be held from 7

Caltrain to Hold Meetings Next Week on Upcoming SF Bridge Construction
Caltrain will convene two community meetings next week to discuss details of the upcoming San Francisco Roadway Bridges Project. The project will include the replacement of three vehicular bridges at

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