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Caltrain’s Electric Fleet Takes A Leap Towards Efficiency and Sustainability
Caltrain’s new electric service is really showing signs that passengers are loving the new transport option. Living mere steps from Hillsdale Station in San Mateo definitely has its perks! In a recent news article, Caltrain announced some amazing statistics:
The first three months of electric service saw a 41% in ridership over the same three months in 2023, with Sunday ridership doubling. Since the launch of electric service in September 2024, the agency has been reporting its best ridership numbers since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Recent evaluations of Caltrain’s electric fleet have revealed that it is more efficient than initially anticipated. This newfound efficiency is a testament to the advanced technology and meticulous planning that went into the development and deployment of these trains. The electric fleet’s performance highlights several key benefits which include reduced carbon footprint, energy efficiency, enhanced passenger experience and increased reliability.
Take a Peek at the New Schedule
In their continuous effort to provide seamless and efficient travel, Caltrain has implemented a new schedule. The revised schedule is designed to better meet the needs of passengers, offering more frequent services, improved connectivity, and optimized travel times.
They will also expand weekend and late-night services. Whether you’re traveling for leisure or work, you can now rely on Caltrain for convenient and reliable transportation at any time.
All schedule details can be found on their website.
All aboard! Conveniently located between San Francisco and Palo Alto in San Mateo, Bay Meadows offers housing within walking distance of Caltrain. Ease of transportation is only one reason you’ll fall in love with Bay Meadows. Smartly-designed, high-quality new homes and apartments sit among 18 acres of open space, which includes parks, a community garden, public art, ball fields, bocce and basketball courts and a new playground. All this just a walk from Hillsdale Shopping Center, Whole Foods, Blue Bottle Coffee, Humphry Slocombe, ROAM Artisan Burgers, Fieldwork Brewing Co. and more. Learn more about what Midurban life offers by joining us on Instagram.