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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.)

Sierra Nevada Weather Adjustments – Bus Connections Between Truckee/Reno Affected

December 16, 2024

Due to weather conditions and a semi-trailer truck accident that has shutdown Highway 80, bus services are canceled for two bus routes, Monday, December 16, 2024.

Bus Operations Update:

  • Bus services are CANCELED today between Truckee and Reno.
  • Local connecting bus services are ONLY operating today between Sacramento and Auburn.

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.