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SEARCHCaltrain recently celebrated the 160th anniversary of the beginning of San Francisco-San Jose passenger rail service, which began on January 16, 1864.
The creation of this rail corridor, which has been in constant use for the past 160 years, was central to the development of the San Francisco Peninsula and South Bay.
After three failed attempts to obtain funding, the San Francisco and San Jose Railroad incorporated in 1860.
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Construction began in May 1861 at San Francisquito Creek, and regular service from San Francisco to Mayfield (now the California Avenue Station) began in October 1863.
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Caltrain plans to have an improved passenger experience as new trains will feature Wi-Fi, power outlets at every seat, onboard displays with digital trip information, and increased storage capacities.
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The idea of creating a rail line between San Francisco-San Jose first came about in 1851, while San Jose was still capital of California.
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Caltrain’s Electrification Project approaches completion later in 2024.
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In the spring, Caltrain will have its third public Electric Train tour and will also combine the tour with a celebration of Caltrain’s 160th anniversary.
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