Rider Benefits

Thank you for your patience, Caltrain riders.

The Caltrain Electrification project has been making great progress and you’ve probably noticed some changes in the last several months. We are grateful for the support we get from our riders every day and are working hard to deliver the best in improvements through Caltrain Electrification. The electrified system will be a whole new experience, including more comfort and convenience – and we can’t wait to share it with you.

What are riders saying about Electrification?


 

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Rider Benefits


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IMPROVED TRAIN 
PERFORMANCE

Electric trains can accelerate and decelerate faster and easier than previous models, meaning the trains can provide faster and more frequent service.


IMPROVED TRAIN
CAPACITY

Faster and more frequent service means that the trains will provide an additional 30% capacity for riders.


REDUCE ENGINE
NOISE

Electric trains produce significantly less noise than diesel engines, meaning a quieter, more comfortable experience for riders.

Reduce air pollution


REDUCED AIR POLLUTION

Riders can breathe easy knowing the electric trains will produce substantially less corridor air pollution compared with diesel trains.