Last chance to share your thoughts! ⏰
SamTrans is reimagining the unused Dumbarton freight rail line to bring fast, reliable, zero-emission bus service, plus safer connections for biking and walking in RWC, Menlo Park, and EPA.
Share your voice today —
samtrans.com/dumbarton
The SamTrans Board of Directors approved the installation of artificial intelligence–enabled safety cameras on 235 SamTrans buses, expanding the agency’s efforts to reduce collisions and improve safety for passengers, operators and the public.
Read more: www.samtrans.com/news/ai-dash...
The SamTrans Board of Directors has approved a key update to the agency’s Bus Stop Improvement Plan (BSIP), advancing efforts to make bus stops more comfortable, accessible and welcoming for riders across San Mateo County.
Read more: www.samtrans.com/blog/2026/03...
Good morning, happy March and Women's History Month!
The monthly SamTrans Board of Directors meeting is today at 2 PM. Join us virtually and stay informed on what we're up to. More details can be found at: https://www.samtrans.com/meetings/2026/03/samtrans-board-directors-meeting
For 50 years, our mechanics have kept SamTrans moving. 🔧🚌
Hands-on work, learning the newest tech, and a whole lot of pride behind every ride.
Help us keep San Mateo County safe for another 50 years - and gear up with us today.
Learn more at https://www.samtrans.com/about-samtrans/jobs/GearUp
another #busfriday - but make it bus detail shots ✨
and not just any detail shots, but *throwback* detail shots for the 50th anniversary 🙂↕️
SamTrans bus in rain
Rainy days 🤝 cozy bus rides.
Stay warm, stay dry, and let SamTrans do the driving. ☔🚌
Hope your week is going well! 💙
Got ideas about SamTrans service? We’d love to hear them. 🚌
Our Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) helps shape service, projects, and rider experience. We're looking for new members!
Meeting tomorrow at 6:30PM — join us to learn more!
Details + agenda: www.samtrans.com/meetings/202...
Throwing it back to the early days of SamTrans 🚌✨
From the ’70s & ’80s to today, we’ve been rolling for 50 years — connecting communities and carrying thousands of stories.
Help us celebrate 50 years by telling yours! Share it with us via DM or at samtrans.com/50 💙
Happy Lunar New Year! 🧧✨
Wishing our riders and community a year filled with prosperity, joy, and good fortune. We’re proud to celebrate the rich cultures and traditions that make our county so vibrant.
SamTrans is reimagining the unused Dumbarton freight rail line to bring fast, reliable, zero-emission bus service, plus safer connections for people biking and walking through Redwood City, Menlo Park, and East Palo Alto.
Visit samtrans.com/dumbarton for more information.
Happy Valentine’s Day from SamTrans! 💌🚌
We made Valentine’s cards to share some extra love with our riders & community. Whether you’re heading out to see someone special or just taking a trip, we’re glad to be part of your journey. ❤️
Download them at https://www.samtrans.com/media/36636/download
SamTrans riders should plan ahead for Presidents Day, Monday, Feb. 16, as the agency will operate a regular non-school day schedule.
Read more: https://www.samtrans.com/news/samtrans-operate-non-school-day-schedule-presidents-day
Dreamy. Ethereal. Soft.
(almost romantic honestly)
This #BusFriday is a throwback in the City — whether you're finding love with your partner, yourself, or your county, we’re always here to give our riders some love. 💙
Have a great Valentine’s Day weekend!
“Being a Black woman never stopped me from dreaming bigger than my circumstances.”
This BHM, we're spotlighting Marie Van Brittan Brown, who's closed‑circuit camera system became the blueprint for modern surveillance, now used in buses, trains, and transit stations. 💙
This Valentine’s week, show your community some love. ❤️
Ride Plus offers $2.25 on-demand rides right here in East Palo Alto and Half Moon Bay — perfect for errands, meet-ups, or last-minute plans (or dates).
Fall in love with local travel: samtrans.com/rideplus
Naloxone saves lives.
And as a public transit agency, SamTrans recognizes the importance of being prepared to respond to medical emergencies and support community health.
Read more: https://www.samtrans.com/blog/2026/02/when-public-transit-meets-public-health
Five decades of rides, connections, and memories — and it wouldn’t have been possible without you. ✨
Whether it’s your first-ever ride or a favorite bus moment, we want to hear it!
Head to our 50th Anniversary page to read stories and share your own: https://www.samtrans.com/50
Community members ware invited to weigh in on proposed transportation design options for the Central El Camino Real Multimodal Plan, a collaborative initiative led by SamTrans and the cities of San Mateo, Belmont, San Carlos and Redwood City.
Read more: www.samtrans.com/news/public-...
SamTrans is rerouting the ECR due to Caltrans weekday construction on El Camino Real between Millbrae and San Mateo (8 a.m.–5 p.m. through March 6). Several Burlingame stops are temporarily suspended.
Read more: https://www.samtrans.com/news/samtrans-reroutes-ecr-due-ongoing-construction-burlingame
Headed out to watch the Big Game today? 🏈
Whether you’re celebrating a win or calling it an early night, SamTrans is here to help you get home safely.
Have fun, celebrate, and let us handle the ride back. 🌟
Find your route at https://www.samtrans.com/super-bowl-lx
In town for the Big Game and thinking about a trip to Half Moon Bay? 🌊
Our Ride Plus on-demand service makes it easy to go around the coastside for just $2.25 per ride — no parking stress or traffic to deal with.
Learn more: https://www.samtrans.com/rideplus
Happy Black History Month from our second BHM wrapped bus. 💙
Created by our own bus operator, Andre Mosteiro, this year’s wrap highlights history, representation, and community as it travels throughout the county. Be sure to keep an eye out for it on the road this month! 🚌
SamTrans does not serve Levi’s Stadium directly, but fans and event-goers can still use SamTrans to reach major transfer hubs or Caltrain connection points along the Peninsula!
Plan ahead for your trip to Levi's at https://www.samtrans.com/super-bowl-lx
We have a special #BusFriday™️ for y'all..
Celebrating 50 years of SamTrans with a brand-new anniversary wrap!
Thank you for riding with us through the decades — here’s to many more miles ahead. 💙
Be on the lookout for our 50th celebration activities throughout the year. ✨
Landing at SFO for the Superbowl? 🏈✈️
Our buses stop right at the airport and help make getting around the Peninsula simple and affordable.
Wherever you’re headed after touchdown, we’re ready when you are. 🚌
Plan your airport ride: https://www.samtrans.com/rider-info/samtrans-airport-service
In town for the weekend and want to explore a little more of the Peninsula?
From downtown stops to coastal connections, our routes can take you to some of the Bay’s fav local spots without the hassle of driving.
See where your next trip could take you at https://www.samtrans.com/schedulesmaps
Happy Lunar New Year | Year of the Horse everyone!
Wishing our riders a prosperous year filled with happiness, good health, and smooth journeys ahead. ❤️🐎
新年快乐 | 新年快樂 | 새해 복 많이 받으세요 | chúc mừng năm mới
50 never looked so good. 😉
We arrived with our second-ever Black History Month wrapped bus, designed by our own operator, Andre Mosteiro — a rolling tribute to history, representation, and pride.
Learn more about the Domini Hoskins Black History Museum & Learning Center: hoskinsblackhistorymuseum.org
