Caltrain Electrification Community Meeting - Electric Train Testing

Please join Caltrain staff for a virtual community meeting about Caltrain Electrification. Staff will provide information about upcoming activities in your area.

Starting later this month, Caltrain will begin testing of the new electric trains on the main tracks between San Jose and Palo Alto. Testing will begin at walking speed and will increase to maximum authorized speed of 79 mph. Testing will be completed at night between 9 pm and 6 am to reduce impacts on regular Caltrain service. Residents may hear additional noise during testing hours, including grade crossing activations and train horns. We appreciate your patience as we complete this transformational project. This meeting will provide an opportunity for residents to learn more about energization and testing activities, safety information and the project timeline.

About the Project

Caltrain Electrification is a key component of the Caltrain Modernization Program that will electrify the Caltrain Corridor from San Francisco’s 4th and King Station to approximately the Tamien Station in San Jose and replace diesel-hauled trains with electric trains. Caltrain Electrification will improve Caltrain system performance,  enable  more  frequent  and/or  faster  train   service,   and reduce long-   term environmental impacts by reducing noise, improving regional air quality and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Caltrain Electrification is scheduled to be operational by 2024.

Virtual Meeting Link

Or by Telephone:  (877) 853-5257 (Toll Free)

Webinar ID: 821 6337 3814

Passcode: 762629