Category: Destinations

Take the Capitol Corridor to Outside Lands at Golden Gate Park on August 9-11, 2024! Skip the traffic/parking hassles and enjoy the relaxing car-free commute to one of the largest music festivals in the US! Headliners include Sabrina Carpenter, The Killers, Sturgill Simpson, with Post Malone with a special country set on Sunday.

3 Ways Getting there:

• Ride the Capitol Corridor to Richmond Station and transfer to BART. Take BART towards SFO/Millbrae directly to Downtown San Francisco. Get off at Montgomery station, walk to Market and Sansome Street stop, and connect to Muni 5/5R to Golden Gate Park. 
• Ride the Capitol Corridor to Oakland-Jack London Station and walk to the Oakland Ferry Terminal. Take the Ferry towards San Francisco and walk to Embarcadero Station. Take the underground light rail Muni N towards Golden Gate Park.
• Ride the Capitol Corridor to  Emeryville Station and connect to our dedicated bus that can take you directly to Downtown San Francisco. Walk to Market and Sansome Street stop and connect to Muni 5/5R to Golden Gate Park. 

*Please note that MUNI, BART, and SF Bay Ferry accepts Clipper Card. You can purchase the metro card and load money directly from your phone, our Café Car, or any BART/MUNI Station.

Fare and Discounts
The Capitol Corridor has several discounts available to passengers, including Take 5 for $5, Family & Friends, Student Discounts and more! Visit the Deals & Promotions page for booking details.

Sacramento Station Parking:
Please note the Sacramento Station Parking Lot/Old Sacramento Garage has limited space and requires a short walk (at least 15 minutes) between the parking lot and platform. Follow the signs and walk to the train platform to board.  Please proceed from the Sacramento Station building to the boarding platform and be ready to board 10 minutes prior to train departure. More information here

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

Amenities
– Café Car: We offer food, snacks, and alcoholic/ non-alcoholic drinks onboard
– Comfortable Seats and Outlets: Plenty of leg room and outlets on every row
– Restrooms: Clean restrooms on both upper and lower level
– Free Wi-Fi: Connect to “YourTrainWiFi” on your device for free Wi-Fi

The Capitol Corridor train, which directly serves Levi’s® Stadium at the Santa Clara-Great America Station (GAC), will offer an adjusted train schedule to better accommodate passengers to watch their favorite artist perform! Ticketed passengers should give themselves at least 30 minutes to get to the station after the concert given the expected crowd. The train will NOT wait for late passengers, even if the show runs long. Please always stay behind the yellow line.

For the return trip, please make your way close to the exit doors prior to the arrival at the next station. Trains do not remain in the station for long, so you will need to be ready to offboard upon arrival at your destination.

Levi’s Stadium Concerts 2023
Santa Clara – Great America (GAC) station arrivals and departures

Ed Sheeran

Date	Show Start	Show End (estimated)	Westbound Train # and Arrival (to Levi’s Stadium)	Eastbound Train # and Departures (to Sacramento)
Saturday, 9/16/23	6:00pm	11:00pm	Train 743 arrives GAC at 5:37PM	Train 750 departs GAC at 11:59PM

 

PAST CONCERT(S):

Taylor Swift

Date	Show Start	Show End (estimated)	Westbound Train # and Arrival (to Levi’s Stadium)	Eastbound Train # and Departures (to Sacramento)
Friday, 7/28/23	6:30pm	11:00pm	Train 543 arrives GAC at 5:05PM	Train 550 departs GAC at 11:59PM
Saturday, 7/29/23	6:30pm	11:00pm	Train 743 arrives GAC at 5:37PM	Train 750 departs GAC at 11:59PM

Beyoncé

Date	Show Start	Show End (estimated)	Westbound Train # and Arrival (to Levi’s Stadium)	Eastbound Train # and Departures (to Sacramento)
Wednesday, 8/30/23	8:00pm	11:00pm	Train 543 arrives GAC at 5:05PM	Train 550 departs GAC at 11:59PM

Fare and Discounts
The Capitol Corridor has several discounts available to passengers, including Take 5 for $5, Family & Friends, Student Discounts and more! Visit the Deals & Promotions page for booking details.

Book travel to Levi’s® Stadium (GAC) at www.capitolcorridor.org.

Sacramento Station Parking:
Please note the Sacramento Station Parking Lot/Old Sacramento Garage has limited space and requires a short walk (at least 15 minutes) between the parking lot and platform. Follow the signs and walk to the train platform to board.  Please proceed from the Sacramento Station building to the boarding platform and be ready to board 10 minutes prior to train departure. More information here

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

Amenities
– Café Car: We offer food, snacks, and alcoholic/ non-alcoholic drinks onboard
– Comfortable Seats and Outlets: Plenty of leg room and outlets on every row
– Restrooms: Clean restrooms on both upper and lower level
– Free Wi-Fi: Connect to “YourTrainWiFi” on your device for free Wi-Fi

 

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ABOUT THE CAPITOL CORRIDOR®

The Capitol Corridor is an intercity rail service connecting the most economically vibrant urban centers in the Northern California megaregion – from Sacramento to Silicon Valley, and including San Francisco, Oakland, and Berkeley. With a Café Car and 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 over 1.7 million work and leisure travelers every year (pre-COVID).

CALLING ALL STUDENTS! Let us take care of your travels this Spring Break! Enjoy a car-free trip by taking the Capitol Corridor to your mini getaway or home. We offer FREE Wi-Fi, outlets, drinks and snacks from the Café Car, clean restrooms, and plenty of leg room onboard!

Be sure to take advantage of our Stride on Board student and current promotions:

• 25% with 6-ride ticket good for one year
• 15% off any trip any time with California Everyday Discounts (Use Promo Code V353)
• Take 5 for $5! Buy 1 full-fare ticket, take up to 5 more friends for only $5 per person, each way! (Friday- Monday)

 

Car-Free Destinations:

Enjoy car-free and walkable trips within Northern California and the Bay Area. Whether you’re looking for a mini getaway to the city or want to connect with nature, the Capitol Corridor can take you there.

 

San Francisco (Emeryville Station OR Richmond Station):

Take a trip to the city by the bay! Get off at Richmond Station and transfer to BART OR get off at Emeryville Station and transfer to our connecting bus that takes you directly to Downtown (near Salesforce). San Francisco is a transit-oriented city, so be sure to get yourself a Clipper Card (San Francisco/Bay Area metro card) and let Muni take care of you!

• Golden Gate Bridge and Presidio Tunnel Top Park: Take the 28 directly to the Golden Gate Bridge! Then walk to the Presidio Tunnel Tops for a picnic with friends! Bike or take the 30 to Marina District (Chestnut Street) for shopping, restaurants, and trendy bars.
• Visit the iconic Chinatown and Little Italy (North Beach): Take the 30, 45, 8, or T (NEW Central Subway) directly to Chinatown. Enjoy dim sum, egg tarts, boba, and Asian snacks all in one place! Visit the fortune cookie factory and the Chinese Historical Society of America Museum (Bruce Lee Exhibit) and learn more about the history and achievements of Chinese immigrants. Little Italy offers the best deli sandwiches and gelatos. Walk along Grant Avenue for thrift shops and affordable souvenirs.
• Thrifting at Haight-Ashbury: Take the 6,7, or 43 directly to Haight. 4 blocks of quirky shops and thrift shops. Enjoy vegan burgers and local coffee shops.
• Golden Gate Park: Take the 5, 6,7, or N to Golden Gate Park. Enjoy the scenery, food trucks, and museums along the park. Grab a Lyft bike (Locate bike racks and unlock from the Lyft App) and ride along the car-free JFK Promenade.
• Japantown: Take the 38/38R to Japantown! Enjoy authentic Japanese ramen/udon, desserts, and gift shops.
• San Francisco Giants Games: Take the 30, 45, T, or N to Oracle Park! Enjoy the pre-season game against the Oakland A’s or walk around the park and Mission Bay.
• Ride the Cable Car: Take the Cable Car directly to the FREE Cable Car Museum and Powerhouse! Learn more about the history and impact of public transportation in San Francisco.

(Please note: Muni Numbers= bus, Muni Letter= Light Rail)

 

South Lake Tahoe- Stateline (Sacramento Station):

Plan a trip to the Sierras! Take the Capitol Corridor to Sacramento Station and transfer directly to the El Dorado Transit bus connection. The trip between Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe (Stateline) only takes 2 hours and 30 minutes. The last stop is located in Heavenly Village, surrounded by hotels, restaurants, grocery stores, shops, ski rentals and less than 2 miles from the ski resort.
(PLEASE PLAN ACCORDLY AND CHECK ROAD CONDITIONS/WEATHER BEFORE BOOKING)

• Download the Lake Link App (FREE on-demand shuttle within South Lake Tahoe, this will be your main mode of transportation)
• Ski/ Snowboard at Heavenly Ski Resort: Highly recommend rentals from Sport LTD or other shops around the village
• Snowmobile and Tubing at Tahoe Snowmobiles: 15-minute walk from the village. Please make reservations online and sign waiver.
• Check out Casinos: Feeling lucky? Walk to the nearest Casino and experience the rush!

 

Sacramento Station:

Are you a history junkie or enjoy old architecture? Old Sacramento is perfect for you! The historic town is only a 7-minute walk from the Sacramento Station.

• Must-See Museums: Sacramento History Museum, California State Railroad Museum
• Railroad Fish & Chips: Family-owned restaurant that serves fresh seafood, burgers, clam chowder, and mimosas.
• Fanny Ann’s Saloon: Old-school bar with an arcade! One of the most unique and well-decorated bars in Sacramento.
• Cerealism: Go down memory lane and customize your favorite cereal in this new cereal-themed dessert bar!
• Downtown Sacramento and the Capitol: Take the light rail/bus OR walk (0.8 miles) to downtown and visit the Capitol.

TAKE THE TRAIN TO BASEBALL GAMES DURING THE 2023-24 SEASON

Batter up! We are thrilled to offer fans an easy way to get to and from the action at Oracle Park and Oakland Coliseum for all this season’s home games!

In addition to avoiding the stress of traffic and parking, fans who take the train will be able to get an early start by enjoying drinks and snacks available in our Café Car. We also offer FREE Wi-Fi and 10 movies you can stream right from your phone. Sit back, relax, and let us be your designated driver!

There are 2 easy ways to take the Capitol Corridor to Oracle Park:

Take the Capitol Corridor to Emeryville Station, then transfer to a connecting bus to San Francisco. The bus stops at downtown Transbay Temporary Terminal where you can get off, walk to the Embarcadero Station, and take the underground light rail N (MUNI) towards Oracle Park.
OR
Take the Capitol Corridor train to Richmond Station then connect to a BART towards San Francisco/Daly City or SFO (San Francisco Airport). Get off at Embarcadero Station and transfer to the Muni Light Rail N towards Oracle Park. BART and MUNI share the same station. Walk up the escalator to the Concourse and transfer to MUNI. 

* Please note that BART requires a separate ticket, which can be purchased at any BART/MUNI stations, paid with a Clipper Card available in the Capitol Corridor Café Car, or online through a digital wallet.

Please note these are NOT the full home game schedules:
View FULL San Francisco Giants Games HERE
View FULL Oakland Athletics Games HERE
 

San Francisco Giants Home Game Date Start End (estimated) Opponent  4/7 1:35 PM 4:35 PM Royals  4/8 1:05 PM 4:05 PM Royals  4/9 1:05 PM 4:05 PM Royals  4/22 1:05 PM 4:05 PM Mets  4/23 4:08 PM 7:08 PM Mets  4/27 12:45 PM 3:45 PM Cardinals  5/6 4:15 PM 7:15 PM Brewers  5/7 1:05 PM 4:05 PM Brewers  5/10 12:45 PM 3:45 PM Nationals  5/17 12:45 PM 3:45 PM Phillies  5/20 1:05 PM 4:05 PM Marlins  5/21 1:05 PM 4:05 PM Marlins  5/29 2:05 PM 5:05 PM Pirates  5/31 12:45 PM 3:45 PM Pirates  6/4 1:05 PM 4:05 PM Orioles  6/10 4:35 PM 7:35 PM Cubs  6/11 1:05 PM 4:05 PM Cubs  6/22 12:45 PM 3:45 PM Padres  6/24 1:05 PM 4:05 PM D-backs  6/25 1:05 PM 4:05 PM D-backs  7/4 1:05 PM 4:05 PM Mariners  7/8 1:05 PM 4:05 PM Rockies  7/9 1:05 PM 4:05 PM Rockies  7/29 4:15 PM 7:15 PM Red Sox  7/30 1:05 PM 4:05 PM Red Sox  8/3 12:45 PM 3:45 PM D-backs  8/13 1:05 PM 4:05 PM Rangers  8/16 12:45 PM 3:45 PM Rays  8/26 1:05 PM 4:05 PM Braves  8/27 1:05 PM 4:05 PM Braves  8/30 12:45 PM 3:45 PM Reds  9/10 1:05 PM 4:05 PM Rockies  9/13 12:45 PM 3:45 PM Guardians  10/1 12:05 PM 3:05 PM Dodgers

Oakland Athletics Home Games Date Start End (estimated) Opponent  4/1 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Angels  4/2 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Angels  4/5 12:37 PM 3:37 PM Guardians  4/15 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Mets  4/16 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Mets  4/19 12:37 PM 3:37 PM Cubs  4/29 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Reds  4/30 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Reds  5/4 12:37 PM 3:37 PM Mariners  5/13 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Rangers  5/14 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Rangers  5/17 12:37 PM 3:37 PM D-backs  5/27 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Astros  5/28 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Astros  5/29 5:07 PM 8:07 PM Braves  5/31 12:37 PM 3:37 PM Braves  6/15 12:37 PM 3:37 PM Rays  6/17 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Phillies  6/18 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Phillies  6/29 12:37 PM 3:37 PM Yankees  7/1 1:07 PM 4:07 PM White Sox  7/2 1:07 PM 4:07 PM White Sox  7/15 4:07 PM 7:07 PM Twins  7/16 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Twins  7/19 12:37 PM 3:37 PM Red Sox  7/23 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Astros  8/5 4:07 PM 7:07 PM Giants  8/6 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Giants  8/9 12:37 PM 3:37 PM Rangers  8/20 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Orioles  8/23 12:37 PM 3:37 PM Royals  9/2 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Angels  9/3 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Angels  9/4 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Blue Jays  9/6 12:37 PM 3:37 PM Blue Jays  9/16 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Padres  9/17 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Padres  9/20 12:37 PM 3:37 PM Mariners  9/23 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Tigers  9/24 1:07 PM 4:07 PM Tigers

FARES AND DISCOUNTS

The Capitol Corridor has several discounts available to passengers. Enjoy games with your friends and family and take advantage of our Take 5 for $5 deal. Visit the Deals & Promotions page for booking details.

Book travel to Oracle Park or Oakland Coliseum at www.capitolcorridor.org.

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