INTERCITY RAIL & BUS SERVICE IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
INTERCITY RAIL & BUS SERVICE IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
The Intercity Rail & Bus Service Implementation Plan will look to increase rail service through the Central Coast area while integrating efficiently with local and regional bus services.
GOALS & OBJECTIVES
Establishing goals and objectives for the intercity rail & bus service is an important step in identifying and evaluating options to find the most feasible rail solution. The goals identified are consistent with those found in the SLOCOG's 2019 Regional Transportation Plan and each have several measurable objectives intended to support the goal. The Coast Rail Coordinating Council (CRCC) and corridor stakeholders provided valuable input into the refinement of the goals & objectives prior to SLOCOG Board approval. A full list of Goals & Objectivesis listed under Resources.
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INTERCITY PLANNING EFFORT
To plan for future intercity rail & bus service, we will evaluate and seek input on the following areas:
Rail operations and schedules
What type of service would be provided in the future to achieve the service frequency objectives of the State Rail Plan?
Integrated intercity bus and rail service
What cities should be served by train and bus and how should services be coordinated for seamless transfers and enhanced rider experience?
Infrastructure improvement and equipment needs and cost
What improvements to existing rail or equipment will be needed, and when within the phased plan?
Local transit connectivity
What types of local transit services will be needed to provide passengers with connections at rail stations?
Governance
Who should manage the future services and who should operate them?
Intercity Rail Range of Service Options
Three draft service options have been identified to meet frequency targets listed within the 2018 California State Rail Plan. For each option, the team will evaluate integration with intercity and local bus service, impact on rail operations, future infrastructure needs, and implications for governance.
Option 1: Introduce long-distance “Coast Daylight” service from Los Angeles to San Francisco
Option 2: Extend the Pacific Surfliner route north from San Luis Obispo to Salinas or beyond
Option 3: Extend existing service south from the Bay Area to San Luis Obispo
Regional stakeholders and the general public are also critical partners in this study to ensure that future rail plans meet the needs of our communities.
We want to hear from you!