Take Capitol Corridor to Final Oakland Athletics Home Game at Oakland Coliseum

September 17, 2024

Oakland, CA – September 17, 2024 The Oakland Athletics (A’s) will play their final home game against the Texas Rangers at the historic Oakland Coliseum on Thursday, September 26, 2024. Tickets are already sold out, but there’s still a convenient way to get to the game—take Capitol Corridor trains! 

Capitol Corridor Train #531 arrives at the Oakland Coliseum station at 10:59 a.m., giving fans plenty of time to enjoy the pre-game atmosphere before the first pitch at 12:36 p.m. Skip the traffic, leave the car behind, and start the celebration on board! The train offers a stress-free journey with amenities like FREE Wi-Fi, spacious restrooms, comfortable seating, and a Café Car serving specialty beverages. 

After the game, conveniently timed eastbound trains are available for the return trip home, with Train #538 departing the Oakland Coliseum at 4:01 p.m. and Train #542 departing at 5:01 p.m. Be sure to check train schedules for trip planning. 

Special Offer: Take advantage of Capitol Corridor’s Friends and Family half-fare promotion—purchase one full-fare adult ticket and save 50% on up to five companion fares. 

About CCJPA and the Capitol Corridor®
Managed by the Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority (CCJPA), the Capitol Corridor is an intercity rail service connecting the most economically vibrant urban centers in Northern California – from Sacramento to Silicon Valley, and including San Francisco, Oakland, and Berkeley. With free Wi-Fi on board, Capitol Corridor trains provide a convenient, reliable, and comfortable alternative to the congested I-80, I-680, and I-880 freeways for more than 700,000 passengers a year. For more information, visit www.capitolcorridor.org. 

Contact: Vernaé Graham, Capitol Corridor  

All Aboard For Game Day! Take Capitol Corridor to 49ers Home Games at Levi’s® Stadium!

September 3, 2024

Oakland, CA, September 3, 2024 – San Francisco 49ers fans, it’s that time of year to gear up for game day by taking Capitol Corridor to Levi’s ® Stadium this football season.

So, leave the car behind, sit back, and start the tailgate activities on the train! Enjoy our onboard amenities, including FREE Wi-Fi, spacious restrooms, comfortable seats, and a Café Car with specialty beverages.

Special Offer: Niner Faithful, with Capitol Corridor’s Friends and Family half-fare promotion, buy one full-fare adult ticket, and save 50 percent on up to five companion fares.

Don’t Miss the Action: The first home game is Monday, September 9, 2024, against the New York Jets. Check out regular season game and train schedules to plan a trip.

About CCJPA and the Capitol Corridor®
Managed by the Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority (CCJPA), the Capitol Corridor is an intercity rail service connecting the most economically vibrant urban centers in Northern California – from Sacramento to Silicon Valley, and including San Francisco, Oakland, and Berkeley. With free Wi-i Fi on board, Capitol Corridor trains provide a convenient, reliable, and comfortable alternative to the congested I-80, I-680, and I-880 freeways for more than 700,000 passengers a year. For more information, visit www.capitolcorridor.org.

Contact: Vernaé Graham, Capitol Corridor

Capitol Corridor, California Operation Lifesaver & Rail Partners Kickoff September Rail Safety Month Special Safety Train Event in Oakland

August 28, 2024

Oakland, CA, August 28, 2024Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority (CCJPA), California Operation Lifesaver (CAOL), Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR), Amtrak, and other rail partners launched September Rail Safety Month with a special safety train event in Oakland today. The mission is to raise awareness and promote rail safety tips in and around railroad tracks and crossings. 

The safety of our passengers is our number one priority, said Managing Director Rob Padgette. “Capitol Corridor is working closely with cities and counties long our entire route to prevent incidents at railroad crossings, especially those between Oakland and Hayward.”  

City officials and representatives from Oakland, San Leandro, and Hayward traveled onboard the train to witness firsthand, the areas where innovative safety initiatives are most needed in these communities.  

“No one can do it alone,” said Nancy Sheehan-McCulloch, Executive Director, California Operation Lifesaver. “You can help save lives and stop track tragedies. Share rail safety tips with your loved ones. It takes all of us working together to impact change. Every month is Rail Safety Month.” 

In 2009, the California State Legislature proclaimed and presented the September Rail Safety Month proclamation to California Operation Lifesaver and its rail safety partners. Since then, rail safety partners have joined forces to raise awareness and save lives.  

“Union Pacific cares about the communities we serve,” said Peggy Ygbuhay, Sr. Director, Public Affairs at Union Pacific Railroad. “Rail Safety Month is a great time to reset habits – never try to beat a train and use designated crossings when walking over the tracks. We want everyone to go home safely and won’t be satisfied until we reach our ultimate goal of zero incidents or injuries.” For more community safety tips, visit UP.com/Safety. 

Amtrak, Union Pacific Railroad police, and local law enforcement from multiple jurisdictions participated in the event, both on the train and from the ground. They issued warnings and citations to motorists and pedestrians who failed to adhere to traffic signs and signals at railroad crossings. 

“We have come together across the industry to raise awareness and educate the public on how to keep themselves, friends, and families safe near railroad tracks and crossings,” said Amtrak Police Department Inspector Doug Calcagno. “Rail Safety is a team effort. As we continue to grow, the best resource to address track incidents is to come together as one.” 

Throughout September, Capitol Corridor and its rail partners will continue to engage in a range of activities to promote rail safety, including public awareness campaigns, educational workshops, and safety demonstrations. 

About CCJPA and the Capitol Corridor®
Managed by the Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority (CCJPA), the Capitol Corridor is an intercity rail service connecting the most economically vibrant urban centers in Northern California – from Sacramento to Silicon Valley, and including San Francisco, Oakland, and Berkeley. With free Wi-Fi on board, Capitol Corridor trains provide a convenient, reliable, and comfortable alternative to the congested I-80, I-680, and I-880 freeways for more than 700,000 passengers a year. For more information, visit www.capitolcorridor.org. 

About California Operation Lifesaver
California Operation Lifesaver (CAOL) is an independent non-profit rail safety education and awareness program dedicated to ending collisions, fatalities, and injuries on and around railroad tracks and at highway-rail grade crossings. We are committed to raising rail safety awareness through various outreach methods, including in-person and virtual presentations. CAOL educates the public on making good decisions around railroad tracks to stay safe and avoid preventable tragedies. 

About Union Pacific
Union Pacific (NYSE: UNP) delivers the goods families and businesses use every day with safe, reliable and efficient service. Operating in 23 western states, the company connects its customers and communities to the global economy. Trains are the most environmentally responsible way to move freight, helping Union Pacific protect future generations. More information about Union Pacific is available at www.up.com. 

About Amtrak®
For more than 50 years, Amtrak has connected America and modernized train travel. Offering a safe, environmentally efficient way to reach more than 500 destinations across 46 states and parts of Canada, Amtrak provides travelers with an experience that sets a new standard. Book travel, check train status, access your eTicket and more through the Amtrak app. Learn more at Amtrak.com and connect with us on X, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn 

Contact: Vernaé Graham, Capitol Corridor

National Hispanic Heritage Month

August 23, 2024

Each year from September 15 to October 15, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and the cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central, and South America. First established in 1968 under President Lyndon Johnson, it later expanded to a 30-day national celebration as observed today by President Ronald Reagan. 

Many Hispanic/Latino families immigrated to the US for a better life and more opportunities. In fact, U.S. railroads employed a large population of them (mostly of Mexican descent), between the mid-19thand–early-20th centuries. Known as traqueros, these railroad workers relocated to the Midwest and western parts of the country, and many lived in boxcars only a few feet away from railroad tracks.  

Mexican box car rail workers standing on unbuilt tracks
Unidentified group of Mexican railroad workers, courtesy of New Mexico History Museum

As the most convenient and affordable way to work along tracks, boxcars became a permanent home to many workers and families, although living and working conditions were suboptimal. By 1925, about 1.8 million workers were employed by U.S. railroads 

To learn more, check out the Boxcar People documentary, which highlights the personal stories and struggles of Mexican railroad workers and families.  

How you can celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

There are many ways to celebrate Hispanic heritage all year-long. From museums, dining, and shopping in San Francisco’s Mission District, Oakland’s Fruitvale District, and in many San Jose neighborhoods, there’s no shortage of places to visit along Capitol Corridor’s route!

Events
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by taking the train to an event or activity along the route! Many of the destinations the Capitol Corridor serves have lots of restaurants, events, concerts, and other happenings for you to partake in. With our seamless connections to BART, buses, and light rail, getting to your destination is easy.

Check out Oakland events here, San Jose here and Sacramento happenings here.

Message to Riders: August 2024

August 22, 2024

Dear Riders,

I hope you’re all enjoying these final days of summer and making the most of your travels on our Capitol Corridor service. We truly appreciate your choice to ride with us and the role you play in our success.

Important News
rail safety month logoAs September Rail Safety Month approaches, and kids are back to school, we want to remind everyone to stay safe around railroad tracks. Passenger safety is our top priority at Capitol Corridor and unfortunately California leads the nation in rail-related fatalities. We partner with California Operation Lifesaver, other rail agencies, and local communities to work towards preventing accidents and keeping everyone safe. Every month is Rail Safety Month.

Other News
This summer, we had the pleasure of hosting Luke Combs and Rolling Stones fans on our special event trains to Levi’s® Stadium for concerts in May and July. Nearly 700 passengers enjoyed our late-night return train service for these events. As we look forward to the upcoming 49ers football season and other events, we will continue to provide convenient train services. Check our webpage for schedules and game dates!

Pets Onboard
We’re thrilled to have welcomed over 600 pets since introducing our Carry-On Pets policy last November. Don’t forget to bring your furry friends with you when traveling on the train this holiday season. Book early!

In closing, we have an exciting Fall schedule packed with events and promotions. We look forward to seeing you onboard soon.

Rob Padgette's signature and photo