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Earth Day 2023

April 21, 2023

This Earth Day, it’s important for everyone to appreciate this beautiful world. Our daily choices can have a huge impact on the health and well-being of both ourselves, and our planet. So today on Earth Day, and every day, consider riding Capitol Corridor to work or exploring a new area of Northern California.

Why Public Transportation is Important

Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) is one of the seven greenhouse gases the Air Resources Board (ARB) is responsible to monitor and regulate in order to reduce emissions. Transportation is the single largest source of CO₂ in California, which is primarily comprised of on-road travel. Less than 5% of Californians commute by transit and 19% in the Bay Area. By taking the train, your travel is 31% more efficient than a passenger car. These small actions can inspire others to do the same, which can promote the longevity of our environment.

Earth Day Events

Take the train the celebrate Earth Day in Northern California and the Bay Area! Skip the traffic/parking hassles and learn more about how you can make a difference. Whether it’s taking public transportation or using energy efficient appliances, we can help climate change one step at a time.

Sacramento Station:

Sacramento Earth Day Festival

– April 23, 2023, at Southside Park, Sacramento, 11:00am-4:00pm
The ECOS-hosted Sacramento Earth Day is the largest Earth Day celebration in the Sacramento region. It’s free, and it provides thousands of attendees with information on sustainability. This year’s theme is GROW NATIVE.
More information here

Davis Station:

The World Earth Festival

– May 12-14, 2023 at the UC Davis Quad, Friday: 12pm-10pm, Saturday: 10am-10pm, Sunday: 10am-6pm
The Whole Earth Festival began in 1969 as a small art class project (“Art Happening”) on the UC Davis Quad. The students used art to teach visitors about the realms of activism, wellness, and environmental sustainability in an interactive and creative way.
More information here

Martinez Station:

John Muir Birthday and Earth Day Celebration

– April 22 · 10am – 4pm, John Muir National Historic Site
A wonderful fun filled family day in the sun, at the grounds of the John Muir National Historic Site, which includes his 1880s Victorian home and an authentic 1849 Mexican Adobe, along with his orchards and vineyard. There will be food and live music along with many displays relating to history, ecology, and nature.
More information here

San Francisco (Emeryville/Richmond Station):

Earth Day San Francisco

– April 22, 2023. 11am-6pm, located on 9th Avenue and Lincoln Way, at the County Fair Building in Golden Gate Park!
Come to San Francisco’s annual Earth Day celebration, as we continue to raise awareness of the environmental and social issues effecting our planet. This beloved and renowned street fair entertains while inspiring people to make more creative and sustainable choices in the way they live their lives.
More information here

Ferry Building Earth Day Activities

– Sunday April 23rd from 10:00am – 4:00pm
Join us in the Marketplace for a ‘Ferry Family Day’ of kids and family activities! Make a ‘Grow Buddy’ using soil and seeds, upcycle everyday objects to create new works of art, and paint stones to give as gifts or leave your mark in the park.
More information here

Oakland Jack London Station:

Earth Day Celebration

– Jack London Square on Saturday, April 22nd, from 11am – 1pm
During the event, attendees will receive a FREE mini Earth Day planting kit (while supplies last) located at the redemption table in the plaza near Plank and will enjoy photo opportunities with an Earth Day themed backdrop.
More information here

San Jose Diridon Station:

Earth Day: Water Conservation Discussion, Performance, and Film Screening

– Saturday, April 22: 1pm- 3pm, Chopsticks Alley Art Gallery
Join the AAPI Community for a screening of “A Fleeting Moment,” an animation film, performance, and discussion on water conservation to celebrate Earth Day.
More information here

Bikes + Connections

Placerville Station II Park-and-Ride Construction Effective on April 17, 2023

April 14, 2023

Starting Monday, April 17, 2023, construction will take place at the Placerville Station II Park-and-Ride bus stop and is expected to be completed by July 2023.

For the first phase of the project, the El Dorado Trail will be closed due to construction along Mosquito Road from the trail side. Pedestrians will be detoured through the existing bus station. Buses will continue to enter from Clay Street to pick up passengers and will be detoured through the gravel lot and exit on Locust Ave. Traffic control setup will be used for at least the first 2 weeks of construction.

We do not expect this construction project to impact bus schedules; however, we will temporarily relocate the bus stop at some point during construction. We will provide updates and signals to assist riders in the future.

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Schedule Adjustments Effective April 3, 2023

April 3, 2023

New Schedule: Effective Monday, April 3rd, the Capitol Corridor will implement a schedule adjustment that is now available for booking.

Adjustments:

Train 522 will now depart 30 minutes earlier (5:42am from Oakland Jack London)
Frequency adjustments for bus connections between Emeryville and San Francisco
Departure time adjustments for bus connections between San Jose and Santa Cruz

For passengers who are affected by the San Francisco bus schedule changes, we recommend connecting to Capitol Corridor via BART at the Richmond Station.

View train schedule HERE
View bus schedule HERE

New Schedule Effective 4/3/2023, Sign Up for the Tap2Ride Pilot Program, and MORE!

March 29, 2023

Schedule Adjustments Effective Monday, April 3, 2023

New Schedule: Effective Monday, April 3rd, the Capitol Corridor will implement a schedule adjustment as follows:

Train 522 will now depart 30 minutes earlier (5:42am from Oakland Jack London)
Frequency adjustments for bus connections between Emeryville and San Francisco
Departure time adjustments for bus connections between San Jose and Santa Cruz

For passengers who are affected by the San Francisco bus schedule changes, we recommend connecting to Capitol Corridor via BART at the Richmond Station.

Become a Tapper.
You’re invited to experience Capitol Corridor’s Tap2Ride program, our new contactless payment system.

Tap2Ride lets you conveniently tap your contactless credit card or debit card onboard your train to pay as you go.

We will be selecting approximately 200 frequent riders from those registering on our website to be part of our pilot program to try out Tap2Ride and to give us their feedback.

For participating in the pilot, you will receive exclusive discounts:

$1 off the one-way 10-ride pass pricing between the same origin and destination stations
Free rides after completing 6 one-way trips between the same origin and destination stations within any given week (Monday to Sunday)
If you’d like to join the pilot, please visit our capitolcorridor.org/tap2ride website to:
Learn more about the contactless payment program and pilot
Review your eligibility for the pilot
Register to participate
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Spring Break: Student Discounts and Car-Free Destinations

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, one day advance purchase)

Looking for car-free destinations in Northern California and the Bay Area? Take the Capitol Corridor to San Francisco, South Lake Tahoe, or Sacramento this Spring Break. Read more here!

Let Us Take You Out to The Ballgame!

Batter up! We are thrilled to offer fans an easy way to get to and from the action at San Francisco’s 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!

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.

View game schedule and read more here!