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50 years of service: A look back at BART’s electric opening day
In celebration of BART’s 50th Anniversary this year, we’re looking back at the transit system’s five decades of service and innovation in a new series of stories. BART celebrates 50 years on Sept. 11, 2022. BART’s Opening Day by the Numbers # of stations open 12 Miles of track open 28 # of trains running 18
Largest rider survey in BART's history reveals treasure trove of data
Understanding how riders use and access system helps BART plan for future The largest survey of BART riders ever conducted – like BART’s version of the U.S. Census – reveals a treasure trove of data about how riders use and access the system that will help BART plan for the future. The 2008 Station Profile
BART passengers, train operator work together to save life
The combination of an alert train operator and quick-thinking BART passengers helped save the life of a person in crisis who went onto the trackway at the Civic Center Station in San Francisco during the Monday afternoon commute. At about 4:43 pm a man entered the trackway from one of the station platforms
BART to receive $270 million in additional federal funding to support service
Today, BART was notified we will receive $270.8 million from the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Additional Assistance Grant Program. BART is receiving the second highest amount in the country, with New York’s MTA receiving the highest. The award recognizes BART’s unique reliance on fare revenue and the importance
BART unveils new draft bicycle plan, seeks public comment
Photo by Nick Sherman via Flickr Over the past year, BART has crafted a brand new bicycle plan that defines the strategies BART will pursue over the next 10 years to double the number of passengers who access stations by bike. This is an update to BART’s first Bicycle Plan, published 10 years ago
BART general manager resigns; search for new GM begins Thursday
Tomorrow the BART Board of Directors will officially begin the process of searching for a new general manager, following the resignation of BART General Manager Dorothy Dugger. Dugger turned in her resignation letter to the BART Board of Directors this morning. After spending nearly 19 years at BART
BART releases Sustainability Report highlighting its commitment to green energy
BART has released its annual Sustainability Report this week, highlighting BART's 100% GHG-free electricity sourcing and other commitments to sustainability. "Our commitment to providing safe, affordable, equitable, and environmentally friendly public transportation will guide us toward our goals," said BART
BART proposal preserves salaries, eliminates $100 million in labor costs
Today, BART management outlined its proposal that ensures BART workers keep their current salaries while still meeting the target of $100 million in labor costs savings over the next four years. BART’s proposal offers a menu of options totaling more than $100 million – options that reduce BART’s deficit
Golden State Warriors give BART customers a treat for going green
Steph Curry meets a fan at Rockridge Station BART customers were big winners today when two Golden State Warriors players gave out BART tickets to encourage people to “go green” when it comes to getting around the Bay Area. Warriors’ players Stephen Curry and Ekpe Udoh, coming off a big win against the Lakers
Take BART to SF Fleet Week; BART running longer trains for weekend air shows on 10/11 and 10/12
San Francisco Fleet Week is October 5 through 13 this year, and public transit is a great way to get there as thousands flood the city for air shows and other special events.
The hallmark experiences of the annual celebration are air shows held along the San Francisco waterfront. To accommodate the crowds, BART will be running longer trains on Saturday, October 11, and Sunday, October 12.
Here's how to reach the various air show viewing areas with BART + Muni:
- Pier 39: Take BART to Embarcadero Station and use Exit A1 to transfer to the Muni F Market streetcar or bus.
- Fort Mason, Marina Green, and Crissy Field: Take BART to Montgomery St and use Exit A1. Walk to Kearny St and board the Muni 30 Stockton bus.
- Fort Mason (option 2): Take BART to 16th St. Mission and use Exit B to board the Muni 49 Van Ness bus.
Parking is free at all BART stations on the weekends except Milpitas and Berryessa/North San Jose, which are operated by VTA. Pay for parking easily on the Official BART App.
Plan your trip with BART’s Trip Planner at bart.gov/planner.