How do I determine my Location of Institution (Service Area)?

The per-person annual SmartPass rates are based in part on the VTA service available at the site’s geographic location. The following chart summarizes the Service Level at different geographic locations. Find more details in the SmartPass Fares document.

Service Level

Service Level Criteria

Downtown San Jose

Institutions located north of Highway 280, south of Julian Street, east of Highway 87, and west of 7th Street are considered under the Downtown San Jose Service Level category.

Areas Served by Bus & Light Rail

Institutions within a ½ mile walking distance to a light rail station are considered under the Bus & Light Rail Service Level category.

Area Served by Bus Only

Institutions greater than ½ mile walking distance to a light rail station are considered under the Bus Only Service Level category.