Amtrak's New Gold Runner Line Travels Nearly the Full Length of California-With Access to Yosemite and the Mojave Desert

"The line, formerly called the San Joaquins line, operates along nearly the entire length of the state of California, stopping in famed destinations like Sacramento, Fresno, Modesto, Stockton, and Lodi. The train also functions as a gateway and connection to both Yosemite National Park and the Mojave Desert. The train will now operate seven daily round trips, which brings the service back to full strength, with connections available to several thruway bus routes."

""Gold Runner represents more than a new name, it's a symbol of our commitment to our passengers and California's communities," David Lipari, the interim executive director of the San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority, which partners with Amtrak to manage and grow the service, said in a statement. "This new identity captures the energy and optimism of our region while positioning us for the future of passenger rail and intercity bus service. It reflects the spirit of partnership, innovation, and service that defines everything we do.""

The Gold Runner combines rail and thruway bus service under one name across nearly the full length of California. The route, formerly the San Joaquins line, stops at Sacramento, Fresno, Modesto, Stockton and Lodi and provides gateway connections to Yosemite National Park and the Mojave Desert. Service now runs seven daily round trips, restoring full strength and linking to several thruway bus routes. The line ranks as Amtrak's sixth busiest route and connects with Capitol Corridor and Pacific Surfliner trains as well as dozens of bus links to destinations such as Napa, Santa Barbara and Yosemite via Merced.

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