Unveiling of Employee Wall Mural at SamTrans North Base
By Elaine Tran, Internal Communications Specialist On Wednesday, December 16, in the Bus Transportation building on the premises of the SamTrans North Base bus yard, there was a buzz of […]
The FLX Shuttle Returns to Linda Mar
It’s not the biggest change in our lives lately, but SamTrans’ microtransit experiment (called SamTrans OnDemand) in Pacifica’s Linda Mar neighborhood has come to an end. As of Monday, May […]
Youth Ambassador Travels: All Aboard! The Transportation Museum 2019 Recap
The 12th Annual Transportation Museum, held October 27, hosted over 300 visitors of all ages as they explored transportation topics through hands-on displays. The annual, one-day museum, which is held at a local school in San Carlos, features educational and interactive exhibits and activities related to all kinds of transportation.
Youth Ambassador Travels: An Update from the Youth Ambassadors
By Olivia D., Youth Ambassador representing Central San Mateo County Hello again from the Youth Ambassadors! We have been busily working towards our goals since we last updated. For this […]
My 2018 Summer Intern Experience
By Mahala Herron There are so many career fields that aren’t glamorized, but are still meaningful and filled with purpose. The transportation industry is one of them. Before coming to […]
On the Move – Route SFO: Up, Up, and Away
By Dan Lieberman, @LiebermanTweets SamTrans launched Route SFO back in May, and it’s been a hit ever since. The route takes riders from the Millbrae Transit Center to all terminals […]
Around the Bay in a Single Day Via Public Transit
By Matt Wilson, @WilsonSTComms I didn’t intend to make a full loop around the San Francisco Bay Area a few weeks ago using only public transportation, but I pulled off […]
Holy Toledo! An Ohio Mayor’s Thought-Provoking Commuting Choice
By Matt Wilson, @WilsonSTComms The city of Toledo, Ohio probably hasn’t been on your mind lately. But I would urge Peninsula elected officials to take a few minutes to think about […]
Driving A Virtual Bus Is Literally A Big Challenge
By Matt Wilson, @wilsonstcomms I pride myself on being a safe driver, but let’s face it, piloting my early 2000s Ford Escort is about as easy as a go-kart. This […]
Five Ways to View Mass Transit
By Matt Wilson, @wilsonstcomms I didn’t grow up riding public transportation, but in the last few years I’ve become a devout and sometimes maniacal user of buses, trains, monorails, trolleys, light […]
WEEKLY ROUNDUP: NATURE DOCUMENTARIES, REFUGEE EXPERIENCES AND BIKES!
By Dan Lieberman, @LiebermanTweets CuriOdyssey Cinema Nights: Located in scenic Coyote Point, CuriOdyssey offers up education fun for fans of animals, nature and science. This Friday, June 16, they’ll be showing a series of short films in the museum aimed at a young audience. You can get to Coyote Point by taking the SamTrans 252 from the San Mateo Caltrain […]
SamTrans Participates in Annual Veterans’ Open House & Resource Event
By Elizabeth Renteria, @CaltrainLiz The SamTrans Veterans Mobility Corps will be participating in the 2nd Annual San Mateo County Veterans’ Open House and Resource Event tomorrow, June 2, from 10 […]
Take Transit to the New Living Expo at the San Mateo Event Center
Holistic, sustainable and transformative are all words used to describe the New Living Expo. The New Living Expo, co-sponsored by Caltrain and SamTrans, takes place at the San Mateo County […]
WEEKLY ROUNDUP: EASTER BRUNCH, KUNG FU MOVIES AND BIKE TO WORK WEEK!
By Dan Lieberman, @LiebermanTweets Waterbar Easter Brunch: Whether or not you spend Sunday morning in church, Easter calls for brunch. If you’re feeling more than the standard pancakes and eggs, make your way to the Embarcadero’s Waterbar and do it big. Reservations are recommended, and you can easily make it there after a short stroll from the San Francisco Caltrain […]
Reminder: SamTrans Conducts Online Customer Survey
SamTrans would like to hear from current, former and new riders to assist us in creating the best possible ride experience for passengers. Feedback from the survey will assist SamTrans in identifying short-, mid- and long-term improvements, such as amenities and service. Riders can go to http://www.samtrans.com/customerexperience to complete the online survey, which will be open and available to the […]
Reminder: SamTrans Seek Volunteers For Its Citizens Advisory Committee
Public members interested in providing input on local transit programs are encouraged to volunteer for the SamTrans Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC). The 15-member CAC meets monthly and is responsible for offering feedback on the needs of transit users and informing San Mateo County residents of transit programs on the Peninsula. It also acts in an advisory capacity to the SamTrans’ […]