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#Caltrain Tweets of the Week - 5-24

We'll do our best to impress your recent converts! @ caltrain_news converted 2 carpoolers to #caltrain riders today. Lets not be tardy next week #WeHaveBeenInvaded #partytrain — chg r (@charge225) May
Caltrain Instagram of the Week - 5-24

We've dubbed this man the "Ghost Pirate" and he is our IGer of the week. His message was also one of positive adventurousness: "You need to get out by yourself
Caltrain Construction and Maintenance: May 25 to May 31, 2013

Construction San Bruno Grade Separation Project Day work will be done from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. This week, crews will be painting, installing drywall and waterproofing the platforms of
Caltrain and SamTrans to Operate on Sunday Schedule

SamTrans and Caltrain will operate on Sunday schedules on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27. Caltrain will operate 32 trains between San Francisco and San Jose including four weekend Baby Bullets.
Trains Move to New Elevated Tracks in San Bruno May 26

The Caltrain San Bruno Grade Separation Project has reached an important milestone. Beginning with the first southbound train on Sunday, May 26, which is scheduled to depart the San Bruno
#Caltrain Tweets of the Week - 5-17

Recognition of our Transit Police for their livesaving efforts. Thank You Deputies Zuno and Hensel, Today You Saved More Than A Life wp.me/p3xqD2-k via @ caltrain — Suicide Prevention (@afspnational) May
Instagram Caltrain Image of the Week - 5-17

This week's Instagram of the week is an emotional image of a rainy Caltrain ride. Thanks to IGer @spacecat for the great shot.
Caltrain Construction and Maintenance: May 18 to May 24, 2013

Construction San Bruno Grade Separation Project Day work will be done from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. This week, crews will be painting, forming concrete for the ramp north of
Take Transit to Do-It-Yourself Faire May 18 & 19

Creative, resourceful people can take transit to the Maker Faire at the San Mateo County Event Center May 18 & 19. The two-day, family-friendly festival of invention and resourcefulness will
Caltrain Breaks the Ribbon in Race to Bay to Breakers

Runners going to the Bay to Breakers presented by Craigslist, on S unday, May 19 can conserve their energy by taking Caltrain to San Francisco. Four special northbound express trains
Caltrain Instagram of the Week - 5-10

May 9th was Bike to Work Day and Caltrain was able to help hundreds of cyclists get to work with their bikes. This image by IGer @schlimmer  
Every Day is Bike to Work Day on SamTrans and Caltrain

May 9, thousands of Bay Area bicyclists will participate in Bike to Work Day , an annual event to encourage riding a bike to work. But at SamTrans and Caltrain, every
#Caltrain Tweets of the Week - 5-3

Headphones? How did I not notice they still shout "All aboard!"? My love for #caltrain just grows and grows. — Sylvie (@sly_wit) May 3, 2013 Teachin' them kids right about
Caltrain Instagram of the Week - 5-3

This service dog was too cute to pass on for this week's Instagram photo. Pets are not allowed on Caltrain, but service dogs provide an important service for people who
Caltrain Service to Sports Events Sunday, May 5

Peninsula sports fans are facing a hard choice Sunday, May 5 when the Sharks meet the Canucks in a post-season playoff and the Giants play the Los Angeles Dodgers.  The
Caltrain Board Reviews Annual Budget And Ridership Numbers

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 Tweets of the Week - 4-26

That's how you get where you need to get! My trip included @ uber @ virginamerica @ bart @ caltrain @ vta ...planes, trains, automobiles and local transit — jeantemplin (@jeantemplin) April 25, 2013 Our
Caltrain Instagram of the Week - 4-26

Something about this black and white image of a Caltrain Bombardier car caught our eye this week. Thanks to Instagram user @ellipsisboo for the great shot.
Caltrain Hosts Meeting On San Mateo Bridges Replacement Project

What:     Caltrain is holding a community meeting to discuss the upcoming bridge replacement project planned for the city of San Mateo.      Why:     Four rail bridges located in the
#Caltrain Tweets of the Week - 4-19

I travel all over the country, I Rode the @ caltrain for the 1st time today. Best ever! Cities should take lesson! — G. Cruz aka CRUZZER (@izofice) April 19, 2013
Caltrain Instagram of the Week - 4-19

A great black and white shot captures a lonely evening commute for one man at Millbrae. By @photonyx
#Caltrain Tweets of the Week - 4-12

Got one of the coveted cup-holder seats on @ caltrain . #smallwins — Hong Quan (@Quan) April 11, 2013 The Caltrain needs a roof deck for days like this. — Mark Brenneman
Caltrain Instagram of the Week - 4-12

Instagram user @Joanna408 picks up her second Instagram of the Week nod in a row with this cool fish-eye double exposure.
Caltrain Seeks Community Volunteers for Advisory Committee

The Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board is seeking applicants for its Citizens Advisory Committee to represent San Francisco, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties.  The CAC is comprised of nine
#Caltrain Tweets of the Week - 4-5

In Tweets of the Week we get more Caltrainku poetry, rules for bacon onboard and enthusiasm for the start of Giants season! Thanks to all our creative riding Twitter users
Caltrain Instagram of the Week - 4-5

This Instagram image captures the hustle and bustle of a commuter's life at San Jose Diridon. Thanks to @joanna408 for the great shot.
Caltrain Releases "How to Ride" Video

For more than two years, Caltrain’s ridership has grown at a record-breaking clip, which translates into many new customers learning about the system.  To help these riders understand Caltrain’s unique
#Caltrain Tweets of the Week - 3-29


Caltrain Instagram of the Week - 3-29

This fun little collage-style safety message caught our eye for this week's Instagram of the Week. Thanks to Instagram user @yeshabavishi for the great image.
Caltrain Instagram of the Week - 3-22

A gorgeous black and white shot of a bombardier passenger car at a station. By @acceballos23
#Caltrain Tweets of the Week - 3-22


Hit a Home Run – Take Caltrain to Giants Exhibition Games March 28 & 29

Caltrain is on track for the San Francisco Giants’ home pre-season opener against the Oakland A’s March 28 and 29 at AT&T Park. Fans have a choice of seven regularly
Ride Caltrain to Earthquake Country!

It’s not offside to take Caltrain if you will be attending San Jose Earthquakes games this season. With the Santa Clara station located across El Camino Real from Buck Shaw Stadium,
#Caltrain: Tweets of the Week - Mar. 15


Instagram Caltrain Image of the Week - 3-15

Here is a great shot of Caltrain engine #901 taken by Instagram user lshlarson .
Take Caltrain to March Madness at HP Pavilion March 21 & 23

Avoid traffic and parking madness by taking Caltrain to the HP Pavilion for the National College Athletic Association Division I Men’s Basketball Championships March 21 and 23. Play begins at
Hit a Home Run – Take Caltrain to World Baseball Classic March 17 - 19

The finals of the World Baseball Classic will begin at AT&T Park Sunday, March 17 and conclude with the championship game Tuesday, March 19.  The series features many of the world's
Caltrain/VTA to Host Transit Open House in Gilroy

Caltrain and the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority will host an Open House at the Gilroy Caltrain Station/VTA Transit Center, 7150 Monterey St., Saturday, March 23, from 11 a.m. to
Caltrain Riders in Luck March 16

Go green this St. Patrick’s Day by taking Caltrain to San Francisco Saturday, March 16. Caltrain riders not only reduce their carbon footprint but avoid city traffic jams and expensive
Caltrain Instagram of the Week - 3-8

Our Instagram of the Week is a great shot of sunrise (or sunset) over the rail yard. By @doeymcninja
#Caltrain: Tweets of the Week - Mar. 8


Caltrain Board Adopts Updated MOU with High Speed Rail

The Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board today unanimously adopted an updated Memorandum of Understanding with the California High Speed Rail Authority.  The agreement lays the foundation for modernizing the Caltrain
Caltrain Service Free to Sworn Law Enforcement Representatives

  The memorial service for the two fallen Santa Cruz police officers will be held Thursday, March 7 at noon at the HP Pavilion in San Jose.  The pavilion is
#Caltrain Tweets of the Week - Mar 1


Caltrain Instagram Image of the Week - 3-1

This Instagram image captures the Caltrain bike car on a busy run. Image by Instagram user  geoff7b . 
Take a Transit Field Trip to Model Train Show

Make getting there part of the adventure by taking transit to the World’s Greatest Hobby on Tour at the San Mateo County Event Center March 2 and 3. The model
#Caltrain Tweets of the Week - 2-22


Instagram Caltrain Image of the Week - 2-22

This week's Caltrain Instagram of the week catches a gallery car at a right angle. From Instagram user giantsfan7490 . Thanks for the shot! 
Celebrate the Year of the Snake - Take Caltrain to The City

Avoid freeway traffic, crowded city streets and expensive parking by taking Caltrain to the Southwest Airlines Chinese New Year Festival & Parade in San Francisco Saturday, Feb. 23 beginning at
#Caltrain Tweets of the Week - Feb. 15


Caltrain Instagram of the Week

This week's Caltrain Instagram of the Week comes from Instagram user @hediun and was shared by @adamdix
Take Caltrain to Plan Your Next Big Adventure

Get a head start on your travel plans by taking Caltrain to the Bay Area Travel and Adventure Show at the Santa Clara Convention Center Feb. 16 and 17.  The
SamTrans and Caltrain Presidents Day Schedule

SamTrans will operate regular non-school weekday service on Presidents Day, Monday, Feb. 20.  Caltrain will run on a modified schedule on Presidents Day with 44 trains operating between San Francisco
Caltrain Go Pass Is a Win-Win-Win

Would you ride Caltrain if it was free? That’s the lure of Caltrain’s Go Pass, which allows employers to purchase an annual pass for unlimited rides throughout Caltrain’s system for
Instagram Caltrain Image of the Week


#Caltrain: Tweets of the Week


Caltrain Board Welcomes New Member

The Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board, which owns and operates Caltrain, welcomed a new board member, Perry Woodward, at its meeting yesterday.  Woodward, who also serves as Mayor Pro Tempore
Caltrain Seeks Feedback On Minority And Low-Income Policies

Caltrain is asking the public for feedback on the levels of fare and service changes that would trigger analysis of impacts to minority and low-income populations.  Prior to fare or
Take Caltrain to the KNBR/Giants Fan Fest at AT&T Park

San Francisco Giants fans can “slide” into AT&T Park Saturday, Feb. 9, by taking Caltrain to the  KNBR/Giants 20th Annual Fan Fest from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fans who
Use Clipper on Caltrain and Save

Caltrain customers can save by switching from a paper ticket to Clipper ® , the Bay Area’s reloadable fare payment card. As an incentive to move riders to the regional card, a
#Caltrain: This Week In Tweets - Jan. 28 - Feb. 1


Caltrain Launches Electrification Environmental Review

Caltrain is kicking off environmental review of the electrification project with a series of public meetings to seek input on the scope of the review. A vital step in meeting
Caltrain Asks Riders for Input on Ticket Vending Machines

Caltrain is asking riders for feedback on the features they would like to see on ticket vending machines. Riders are being asked to participate in an online survey to help
Caltrain Asks Riders For Input On Ticket Vending Machines

Caltrain is asking riders for feedback on the features they would like to see on ticket vending machines. Riders are being asked to participate in an online survey to help
#Caltrain: This Week In Tweets


Take Caltrain to San Jose Sharks Home Opener

The San Jose Sharks are BACK!  With the season already off to a strong start, it looks like it was worth the wait. Caltrain will be serving all Sharks home
Caltrain: This Week In Tweets


Caltrain Seeks Customer Support for Keeping the System Safe

Caltrain customers know that staying safe around the railway means paying careful attention to the pedestrian crossings, staying off the tracks and standing behind the yellow line at stations.  But
Annual Freedom Train Runs on Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

Once again, the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Association of Santa Clara Valley will charter Caltrain as its “Freedom Train” Monday, Jan. 21. The train will depart the San Jose
Caltrain Raises Farebox Recovery Range

  The Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board, which owns and operates Caltrain, is increasing the railroad’s farebox recovery goals for Fiscal Year 2014.  The farebox recovery goal represents the percentage
Caltrain Board Elects Officers

The Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board, which owns and operates Caltrain, today unanimously elected Santa Clara County Supervisor Ken Yeager, representing the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority, as board chair.
Take Caltrain to Kraft 'Fight Hunger' Bowl on Dec. 29

College football fans can leave the driving to Caltrain as they head to the 3 rd annual Kraft Fight Hunger Bowl at AT&T Park in San Francisco Saturday, Dec. 29
Beat the Holiday Traffic Crunch By Taking SamTrans or Caltrain to Travel

Reports are indicating that this could be a record year for holiday travel, so plan ahead and avoid the traffic and parking hassles by taking SamTrans or Caltrain to the
Caltrain Advises Caution When Driving Near Railroad

During dark, rainy winter months, it is more important than ever for drivers to be alert when driving near the Caltrain right of way. Because the railroad has been operating
Take Caltrain to SF Bulls at HP Pavilion Dec. 17

Hockey fans can score a goal by taking Caltrain to the San Francisco Bulls game against the Stockton Thunder at HP Pavilion Dec. 17.  With its San Jose terminal located
Sierra Club Names Caltrain Modernization to List of "Best Projects"

In its annual list of the country’s 50 best, and worst, transportation projects the Sierra Club is applauding the electrification of the Caltrain corridor for its many important environmental benefits. 
Emergency Preparedness Drill to be Conducted Dec. 15

Emergency Preparedness Drill to be Conducted Dec. 15   SamTrans and Caltrain will participate in an emergency preparedness drill on the train tracks behind Costco in Redwood City Saturday, Dec. 15. The
Caltrain Schedules for Holidays, Plus Free Rides on New Year’s Eve

Get a jump start on your New Year’s resolution by taking public transportation during the holiday season. Trains will run regular weekday schedule on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.
Holiday Train Brings Spirit of the Season to Peninsula

The holiday season will be a little brighter for thousands of children thanks to the generosity of people who donated toys during the Caltrain Holiday Train, presented by Silicon Valley
Caltrain Board Adjourns Meeting in Mike Nevin's Honor

San Carlos, Calif. – The Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board of Directors, which owns and operates Caltrain, today, adjourned its regular meeting in memory of former JPB Chair and transit leader
Catch Caltrain to UCLA Game Friday

College football fans can make Caltrain part of their game plan this Friday as Stanford takes on UCLA at 5 p.m. Caltrain will not serve the Stanford Stadium station before
Glittering “Show Train” is Back

The nip in the air signals that the holiday season is just around the corner. Start your celebration off right by coming out to see the Caltrain Holiday Train, presented
Caltrain to Adjust Schedule for Thanksgiving Holiday

Caltrain will operate on a Sunday schedule Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 22. Caltrain will run a Saturday schedule on the day after Thanksgiving, traditionally the busiest shopping day of the year.   
Caltrain Seeks Volunteers for Bicycle Advisory Committee

Caltrain Seeks Volunteers for Bicycle Advisory Committee Caltrain is seeking   volunteer representatives for the Bicycle Advisory Committee. Applicants who wish to apply must be part of a San Francisco
Caltrain Ridership Continues To Set New Records

Caltrain Ridership Continues To Set New Records Caltrain broke new ground in September by serving 50,821 average weekday riders, a new all-time high.  That number comes on the heels of
Caltrain to Provide Some Additional Service for Giants Parade

Caltrain is set to provide some additional service Wednesday, Oct. 31 in anticipation of large crowds going to San Francisco to attend the Giants Parade. In the morning, extra trains
Train “Wrap” Announcing Return of Holiday Train Debuts

Beginning today, Caltrain riders and holiday aficionados can be on the lookout for a special passenger car announcing the return of the Caltrain Holiday Train, presented by Silicon Valley Community
Take Caltrain to Disney on Ice at HP Pavilion Oct. 24-28

Make getting there part of the fun by taking Caltrain to the HP Pavilion Oct. 24 – 28 to see Disney on Ice: 100 Years of Magic at the indoor arena
CTC Votes to Release $39.8 Million to Advance Caltrain Modernization Project

Burlingame, Calif. – In the first major funding milestone to advance Caltrain electrification from  the High Speed Rail ‘early investment’ program, the California Transportation Commission today voted to release 39.8 million
Take Transit to the San Mateo Wine Walk

The Downtown San Mateo Association is proud to announce that the Wine Walk is back! The well-loved event took a hiatus last year, but will be back Saturday, Sept. 29
Media Advisory: Caltrain to Announce Details of First ‘Early Investment’ Funding Release

Caltrain is hosting a news conference to announce a key funding allocation that will support critical work on an advanced signaling system, one of the corridor modernization projects funded through
Caltrain Responds to Record Ridership Growth with Additional Trains

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
Take Caltrain to See Rigoletto at AT&T Park

Now opera lovers can learn what 400,000 baseball fans already know: take Caltrain to AT&T Park if you want to arrive relaxed and at a bargain price. San Francisco Opera
Caltrain Proclaims September Rail Safety Month

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
Caltrain/SamTrans to Operate Sunday Schedule for Labor Day

Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 3, SamTrans and Caltrain will operate Sunday schedules. Caltrain will operate 28 trains between San Francisco and San Jose plus four weekend Baby Bullets. Train service
Catch Caltrain to Stanford Game Against San Jose State Spartans

The Stanford athletics department has made Caltrain a part of its game plan for all 2012 home football games. Designated trains will serve the Caltrain Stanford Stadium Station for each
Get Into the Holiday Spirit Early – Visit Holiday Train Website

It’s never too early to get into the Holiday Spirit. The Caltrain Holiday Train, thanks to the generous support of Silicon Valley Community Foundation, is back this year after a
San Bruno Grade Separation Project Nears Half-Way Mark

The San Bruno Grade Separation Project, which will dramatically enhance safety at three rail crossings in downtown San Bruno, is nearing the half-way mark. The supports and bridges for the
Caltrain Receives $3.2 M for Modernization and Safety Improvements

Caltrain will receive 3.2 million in U.S. Department of Transportation grant funds to install an advanced signal system needed to support modernized Caltrain service and the eventual addition of high-speed
Caltrain Ridership Hits Historic High

For the first time in the nearly 150-year history of the railroad, Caltrain’s average weekday ridership is more than 50,000, the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board announced today. An average
Caltrain Popular with Giants Fans

The numbers don’t lie – Giants fans love Caltrain. In Fiscal Year 2012, 545,000 fans took Caltrain to AT&T Park. Since Caltrain’s San Francisco Terminal at Fourth and King streets is
Take Caltrain or SamTrans to Menlo Park’s Connoiseur’s Marketplace

Festival lovers can hop on Caltrain or SamTrans to celebrate the annual Connoisseur's Marketplace in Menlo Park Saturday, July 21 and Sunday, July 22 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Caltrain Thanks Legislators for Support of Caltrain Modernization

Caltrain officials today thanked and congratulated the Peninsula delegation of state legislators who cast historic votes in support of the funding of the California High-Speed Rail Project. The legislation, expected
Caltrain Modernization Takes Important Step Forward

The California State Legislature’s vote to approve funding for the Caltrain Modernization Project as part of the California High-speed Rail Authority’s effort marks an important milestone in bringing modern electric
San Bruno Streets To Be Temporarily Closed for Construction

Beginning July 13, there will be a series of temporary road closures in San Bruno to allow for the placement of steel bridge structures above the vehicle underpass. The structures
Caltrain to Begin Test of Real-Time Information System

Caltrain will begin this week to start testing a Predictive Arrival/Departure System that will tell riders in real-time when their train will arrive at the station and whether the train
Transit District Exceeds Fundraising Goal for Suicide Prevention

A team of San Mateo County Transit District employees who also manage Caltrain recently raised nearly 12,000 to prevent suicides. The team joined more than 2,000 people in the Out
Regional Agreement to Fund Caltrain Modernization is Approved

The approval today by the City of San Jose is the last endorsement needed for a regional agreement to fully fund the modernization of the Caltrain system. The agreement leverages
Caltrain Executive Director Applauds Selection of New State High Speed Rail Chief

Caltrain Executive Director Mike Scanlon praised today’s announcement from the California High Speed Rail Authority that former California Department of Transportation Director Jeff Morales has been named the rail agency’s
Caltrain Board Approves Regional Agreement to Fund Modernization

The Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board, the agency that owns and operates Caltrain, today unanimously approved a regional agreement to fully fund the electrification of the railroad. The Memorandum of
Caltrain Operations Dependent on One-time Funds - Again

The Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board, the agency that owns and operates Caltrain, will consider a preliminary operating budget at its Thursday board meeting that will be balanced using one-time
Caltrain Applauds MTC Endorsement of Regional Agreement to Fund Modernization

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission approval today of a regional agreement to fully fund the electrification of Caltrain is the first step in bringing modernized rail service to the dynamic region
Caltrain Apologizes
This has been a tremendously difficult week. Thank you for your patience. We are sorry for the delays you may have experienced this week. Some delays, like those caused by
Go Green to Your Local Farmers’ Market
Help yourself and the environment by taking SamTrans or Caltrain to your local farmers’ markets. Many are easy walks from SamTrans stops and Caltrain stations. Buying local saves fuel costs