Caltrain reported a significant 76 percent increase in ridership between June 2024 and June 2025, following the launch of electric service between San Jose and San Francisco in August 2024. The introduction of faster and more frequent service contributed to this surge. Although overall ridership has not reached pre-pandemic numbers, weekend figures exceeded those levels, indicating that improved transit options attract riders. Electrification plays a crucial role in transforming Caltrain into a more inclusive regional rail service.
These results provide huge validation of the investment in Caltrain electrification. The ability to run faster, more frequent service that is easier to connect to is paying off, with a service more people use.
Electrification is a key element in the transformation of Caltrain from an old-school commuter rail service oriented toward white collar commuting to more of an international regional rail service, serving a greater diversity of riders and a greater diversity of trips.
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