Traffic Alert: Major Delays Anticipated Along Eastbound HWY I-80 in the Sierra Nevada from 4/13-4/24

April 11, 2025
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Starting Sunday, April 13 through Thursday, April 24, bridge construction along eastbound HWY I-80 will be reduced to one lane between Emigrant Gap and Truckee. As a result, Capitol Corridor bus passengers should anticipate delays up to an hour.

Passengers are encouraged to monitor updates on the Capitol Corridor or Amtrak websites or apps and allow extra time for travel. Your safety is our priority, and we appreciate your patience.  

Sierra Nevada Winter Weather Adjustments- Bus Connections Between Sacramento and Reno/South Lake Tahoe Affected on 4/1/25

March 31, 2025
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Due to an upcoming winter-like storm forecasted for the Sierra Nevada, passengers using bus connections should anticipate delays and service adjustments on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.  

Bus Operations and Weather Update

Tuesday, April 1, 2025

  • Bus operations are CANCELED between Auburn and Reno (HWY 80)
  • Bus operations are CANCELED between Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe (HWY 50)
  • Connecting bus service between Sacramento and Auburn (HWY 80) will continue to operate as scheduled.

Passengers are encouraged to monitor updates on the Capitol Corridor or Amtrak websites or apps and allow extra time for travel. Your safety is our priority, and we appreciate your patience during these weather-related disruptions.  

Sierra Nevada Winter Weather Adjustments- Bus Connections Between Sacramento and Reno/South Lake Tahoe Affected on 3/31/25

March 28, 2025
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Due to an upcoming winter-like storm forecasted for the Sierra Nevada, passengers using bus connections should anticipate delays and service adjustments on Monday, March 31, 2025.  

Bus Operations and Weather Update

Monday, March 31, 2025

  • Bus operations are CANCELED between Auburn and Reno (HWY 80)
  • Bus operations are CANCELED between Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe (HWY 50)
  • Connecting bus service between Sacramento and Auburn (HWY 80) will continue to operate as scheduled.

Passengers are encouraged to monitor updates on the Capitol Corridor or Amtrak websites or apps and allow extra time for travel. Your safety is our priority, and we appreciate your patience during these weather-related disruptions.  

Capitol Corridor Onboard Ticketing Change

March 24, 2025
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Effective Saturday, March 29, 2025, tickets will no longer be available for credit card purchase onboard. To avoid inconvenience, please buy your ticket in advance before boarding.  Passengers may continue to purchase tickets while onboard with cash, exact amount is preferred. 

You can purchase tickets from: 

  • Station ticket kiosks 
  • Station ticket agents 

Capitol Corridor offers flexible, unreserved service. If your travel plans change, no ticket modifications are needed. Tickets are valid for up to one year from the original date, with some restrictions.

For contactless payment options, learn more about our Tap2Ride Pilot Program.

Thank you for riding Capitol Corridor.