One More Reason to Leave the Car Behind: The Free Hillsdale Caltrain Commuter Shuttle

Living or working at Bay Meadows means having more choices for how you get around the Peninsula. Already home to walkable streets, dedicated bike paths, and easy access to Hillsdale Caltrain, the neighborhood is also served by the free Hillsdale Caltrain Commuter (HCC) Shuttle from Commute.org. Whether you’re commuting into San Francisco, heading south to Silicon Valley, or simply making your way home from the office, this complimentary shuttle helps make the journey even easier. It’s just another example of how Bay Meadows was thoughtfully planned to support a connected, transit-oriented lifestyle.

The Hillsdale Caltrain Commuter Shuttle operates Monday through Friday with morning service from 7:00–10:00 a.m. and afternoon service from 3:00–6:30 p.m., arriving approximately every 30–45 minutes. The shuttle is fully wheelchair accessible and equipped with a bike rack, making it easy to combine walking, biking, and rail travel into one seamless commute. Bay Meadows residents can enjoy a quick connection to Hillsdale Caltrain, while employees working throughout Bay Meadows Station—including teams at Roblox, Freshworks, and Upstart—can take advantage of an easy connection between work and local stops.

The Hillsdale Caltrain Commuter Shuttle serves the following stops:

  • Hillsdale Caltrain Station
  • Saratoga Drive & Park Place (morning service only)
  • Saratoga Drive & Yates Way (afternoon service only)
  • 1400 Fashion Island Boulevard
  • Mariners Island Boulevard & Fashion Island Boulevard
  • Mariners Island Boulevard & Armada Way
  • 2207 Bridgepointe Parkway

Whether you’re looking to simplify your weekday commute, reduce time behind the wheel, or embrace a more sustainable way to travel, the Hillsdale Caltrain Commuter Shuttle makes getting around San Mateo easier than ever. If you’re considering making Bay Meadows your next home, this is one more reason to explore The Apartment Collection at Bay Meadows.

With five distinctive apartment communities, walkable access to neighborhood shops and restaurants, and convenient transit connections just outside your door, it’s a lifestyle designed to keep you connected to everything the Peninsula has to offer. To view the shuttle route and schedule, visit HERE. For real-time service alerts, text HCCALERTS to (833) 426-6688.

Where Commutes Shrink and Life Expands: Living in Motion at Bay Meadows

Living well starts with location, and Bay Meadows was thoughtfully designed to put everyday life into better balance. Situated along the Hillsdale San Mateo Caltrain line, this transit-oriented neighborhood makes moving up and down the Peninsula refreshingly simple. Caltrain Express Service connects residents to Palo Alto in just 11 minutes, San Francisco in 26 minutes, and San Jose in 33 minutes—transforming what was once a stressful commute into time reclaimed. Less time in traffic means more time to enjoy mornings that move slower, evenings that last longer, and a lifestyle that feels intentionally designed.

Experience Life in Motion at Bay Meadows

Bay Meadows is also uniquely positioned as a place where living close to work isn’t just convenient—it’s energizing. Visionary companies like Roblox, Upstart, and Freshworks already call the neighborhood home, creating a dynamic ecosystem where careers and community coexist. With five thoughtfully designed apartment communities within The Apartment Collection at Bay Meadows, residents have the flexibility to live just steps from where they work—or easily commute elsewhere—without sacrificing comfort, style, or access. It’s a model of modern living that supports productivity while leaving room to breathe.

What truly sets Bay Meadows apart is how seamlessly workday rhythms blend into everyday enjoyment. Coffee breaks happen at Blue Bottle Café. Morning brainstorms unfold over pancakes at The Breakfast Club at Midtown San Mateo. Afternoon team building workshops and post-work creative release at Clayroom San Mateo. Evenings wind down with Wine Down Wednesdays at Bahche Wine Bar or casual meetups in the Fieldwork Brewing San Mateo beer garden. Midday ping pong matches, post-work runs with the Basecamp San Mateo Bay Meadows Run Club, and spontaneous neighborhood gatherings turn ordinary moments into something more social, more active, and more human.

Beyond its vibrant social energy, Bay Meadows offers 18 acres of parks and open space designed to keep life in motion. Pocket parks invite lounging, connecting, and play, while porch swings, bocce courts, and ping pong tables create a true “front yard” feel. Walking and biking trails weave throughout the neighborhood and connect directly to the Bay Trail, making it easy to stay active without ever leaving the community. At Bay Meadows, balance isn’t a buzzword—it’s built into the streets, the green spaces, and the everyday flow of life.