Headways

The Street Photographer Drives a Bus

From the time he was six years old, Danny Quintana knew he wanted to be a bus driver. It would take a couple more years before he developed his love for photography. Here’s the backstory: Growing up...

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Replacement Bus Service Along Light Rail Line Begins August 2

Due to the ongoing light rail shutdown, VTA will once again operate a temporary replacement bus service along part of the light rail system. The bus service will operate along First Street in San Jose...

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Help Shape the Future of Transportation

VTA’s Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) considers and advocates for smart, well-thought-out transportation policies and initiatives. The committee then advises the full VTA Board of Directors on those...

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Getting Light Rail Back on Track

This blog post was updated on August 25 at 12:45 p.m. to indicate that VTA has entered into Phase 4 of the reopening plan. We know our light rail passengers are eager to see the trains running again...

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Vanpool Subsidy With VTA

It’s like a carpool…only bigger. Vanpools are gaining in popularity as Bay Area commuters become increasingly frustrated with heavy traffic. Now, VTA is making it more affordable for vanpoolers to pay...

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Two Dozen New Bus Operators Will Help Post Pandemic Service Recovery

Starting Monday morning, a whole new class of bus operators will roam the streets of Santa Clara County taking passengers to work, doctor appointments, or wherever they need to go. Twenty-two brand...

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Ride the road to health on the #SCVMCShuttle!

VTA, Santa Clara County, and Santa Clara Valley Medical Center are proud to present the Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Shuttle! This bus takes riders between the SCVMC and San Jose Diridon transit...

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Light Rail Still Suspended, Substitute Bus Service to be Discontinued

The May 26 tragedy at the Guadalupe Light Rail Yard continues to affect VTA transit service. As the VTA Family grieves, attends funerals, and supports each other, we have less staff available to...

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1987 light rail tracks to get some TLC starting May 27

Updated on Wednesday, May 26 at 2:30 PM This construction project has been postponed until further notice. The crisscrossing network of rails embedded in the streets of North First Street and Younger...

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