About the Caltrain Go Pass
The Go Pass is valid for the full calendar year, seven days a week. Stanford purchases these passes primarily for your commute to Stanford; however, there is no restriction on their use. You can use them to travel free to a Giants' game, to get to the airport, or to skip exorbitant parking rates while spending the day in the city.
Since Stanford pays for passes for all eligible employees, grad students, and postdocs, regardless of whether or not you use them, it does not save the university or hospital any money if you return or do not request your transit passes. So, go ahead and request them – and use them as little or as often as you like.
How to get a Go Pass
To obtain your Caltrain Go Pass, simply bring your valid Stanford ID into our office at 340 Bonair Siding, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. A customer service representative will affix your pass (a non-transferable sticker) to your Stanford ID.
Eligible commuters must stop by P&TS in person to receive their passes. We do not send Go Passes by mail, nor can we allow a friend or colleague to pick up your pass for you.
Consequences of transferring the Go Pass
Fraudulent use and transfer of the Go Pass is a serious violation of the program. Stanford affiliates who are caught transferring their Go Pass and individuals who accept a Go Pass that was not issued to them, will face confiscation and potential fines up to $250. In addition, those affiliated with Stanford will immediately forfeit Commute Club privileges and the privilege of receiving future passes and prizes through Parking & Transportation Services.