Capitol Corridor: 2010 Performance Report

The Capitol Corridor is an intercity passenger rail route that provides a convenient and environmentally responsible choice for people traveling along the congested I-80, I-680, and I-880 freeways by operating safe, frequent, reliable, and affordable service to 17 stations in eight Northern California counties: Placer, Sacramento, Yolo, Solano, Contra Costa, Alameda, San Francisco, and Santa Clara.

With nearly 1.6 million passengers annually, the Capitol Corridor is the third busiest Amtrakoperated route in the nation. As manager of the Capitol Corridor service since October 1998, the Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority (CCJPA) has steadily built ridership and a solid track record of financial and operational success. In FY 1998, annual ridership was 463,000. Twelve years later, ridership has more than tripled. In the same period, service levels quadrupled – from eight daily train trips between Sacramento and San Jose to the current schedule of 32 daily trips. These gains were made possible by focusing on operational efficiency, safety, and security; collaborative planning and partnerships; and a commitment to superior customer service.

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Capitol Corridor: 2010 Performance Report