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Message to Riders: February 2025

February 4, 2025

Dear Riders,

As we start the new year, I wish you strength and optimism. I’m also excited to share the significant milestones and progress we’ve made during FY2024 and the early part of FY2025. Your support has been crucial to the success of the Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority (CCJPA), and I sincerely thank each and every one of you.

FY2024 Successes

Capitol Corridor experienced impressive growth in both ridership and revenue in FY2024. For the first time since 2019, we exceeded one million riders in a single fiscal year, generating more than $25 million in revenue. Special event trains contributed to that success, transporting more than 13,000 passengers to sporting events and concerts. Our FY2024 Performance Report is now available, and I encourage you to take a look at the progress we’ve made together.

In 2024, we successfully obtained significant grants for our capital projects. The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) granted us $20 million through the CRISI Program, matched by $5 million from CalSTA’s Strategic Rail Assistance (SRA) Program to improve rail safety across Solano, Contra Costa, and Alameda Counties.

At the state level, the California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA) awarded us $14 million through the Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) to support key rail improvement projects.

Annual Business Plan Workshops

You are also encouraged to review our FY2025-26 & FY2026-27 Business Plan Update, which will be available Friday, February 7, 2025, on the Capitol Corridor Business Plan page. This plan outlines upcoming service expansion, equipment updates, and much more. We are hosting both onboard and virtual public workshops to discuss the plan and receive your feedback. Following these will be a two-week online comment period to share your thoughts.

Join us for onboard workshops: On February 11–13, join us for Cappy Hour onboard! Our staff will be in the Café Car to discuss the Annual Business Plan, answer questions, and collect your feedback. Plus, enjoy discounted beverages on all trains!

Tuesday, February 11: Train 547 (Sacramento to Richmond)
Wednesday, February 12: Train 541 (Richmond to San Jose) and Train 542 (Oakland to Sacramento)
Thursday, February 13: Train 538 (San Jose to Richmond)

Virtual workshops: We’re also hosting virtual workshops to discuss the Annual Business Plan and answer your questions.

Monday, February 10: Noon – 1 p.m.
Friday, February 14: Noon – 1 p.m.

Full-Service Schedule

We anticipate returning to full-service by the end of the year. As we work through updating the schedule, we plan to share different options and hope to gain feedback from all of you. Please stay tuned!

Your support is essential as we work to enhance your travel experience on the Capitol Corridor.

See you on the train!

Rob Padgette
Managing Director, Capitol Corridor

Sierra Nevada Winter Weather Advisory – Bus Connections Between Sacramento and Reno/South Lake Tahoe Affected

February 1, 2025

Due to winter weather conditions affecting road conditions in the Sierra Nevada, passengers using Capitol Corridor bus connections to/from Reno and South Lake Tahoe should anticipate delays and service adjustments, from Saturday, February 1, through Friday, February 7, 2025.

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.

FY2024 Performance Report Now Available

January 31, 2025

Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority (CCJPA) is excited to present the release of the Performance Report for FY2024. Throughout the year, we achieved several significant milestones that highlight our recovery and growth.

Key Highlights:

Record Ridership: Achieved record-breaking ridership, carrying over 1 million passengers in a single fiscal year since 2019.
Revenue: Generated over $25 million in revenue.
Carry-On Pets: Welcomed over 1,000 pets onboard the train, generating $30,000 in revenue since the pet policy launched in 2023.

Read the full FY2024 Performance Report, now available on the Capitol Corridor website to learn more.

Bus Route 17 – No Pacific Surfliner Service, January 11-12, 2025

January 4, 2025

Due to scheduled track work, there will be a complete service shutdown along the Pacific Surfliner route on Saturday, January 11, and Sunday, January 12, 2025. During this time, no train or bus service will be available between San Luis Obispo and San Diego.

Please note that Bus Route 17 will continue to operate as scheduled between Oakland and San Luis Obispo, but there will be no alternate transportation provided south of San Luis Obispo.

REVISED DEPARTURE TIME: San Francisco 49ers Game, 12/30/24, Late Train Departure

December 23, 2024

LATE DEPARTURE FOR SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL GAME AT LEVI’S STADIUM

San Francisco 49ers will host the Detroit Lions at Levi’s Stadium on Monday, December 30, 2024, with the game starting at 5:15 p.m. Passengers should be aware that Train 550, the last train of the evening, will depart Great America Station (GAC) at 9:37 p.m. for Sacramento.

Please make sure to book tickets for the special game service in advance.

Schedule:

Date

Event Start

Event End (estimated)

Westbound Train # and Arrival (to GAC/Levi’s Stadium)

Eastbound Train # and Departures (to SAC)

Mon 12/30/24

5:15 p.m.

8:15 p.m.

Train 541 arrives GAC at 2:38 p.m.

Train 550 departs GAC at 9:37 p.m.

Train 550 will arrive in Sacramento after 12:00 a.m.

Important Notes:
Expect more riders than usual on Train 541 and Train 550 due to the football game. We recommend arriving early to secure your seat.

Service Alerts: Sign up for Capitol Corridor service alerts! Subscribers can sign up for Weekday and/or Weekend Service Alerts through Email/ SMS here: http://capitolcorridor.org/news-alerts/

Ticket Change and Flexibility The Capitol Corridor is an unreserved service with flexible ticket options. This flexibility means that your ticket is valid for travel up to a year from the original travel date and allows you to change travel dates and or trains using your original ticket. No ticket changes are required under these conditions should your travel plans change. Restrictions do apply to tickets purchased using promotions. Please review promotions for full details.)