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BART @bart.gov · 11h

With the next generation of Clipper there will be free/discounted transfers between all agencies.
The launch date is coming soon.

Huge savings for transit riders!

Lauren Girardin @girardinl.bsky.social · 15h

My trips on BART would double if there were free transfers within SF between BART and Muni and vice versa.

One city, one fare!

BART @bart.gov · 1d

Ridership growth is only part of the solution to BART’s significant financial crisis. To close BART’s $375 million deficit with only fare revenue, current ridership levels would need to more than double.

Find more September ridership highlights here: www.bart.gov/news/article...

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BART @bart.gov · 11h

With the next generation of Clipper there will be free/discounted transfers between all agencies.
The launch date is coming soon.

Huge savings for transit riders!

BART @bart.gov · 15h

This afternoon BART crews safety removed this tree and branches from the trackway. We are running single track service through the area and will make repairs overnight.

Workers at site of tree branches fallen on BART line

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BART @bart.gov · 16h

The tree that fell into the trackway near Fremont Station has been removed and we’re now resuming service through the area. Service will be reduced from two tracks to one for the remainder of the day for Orange Line service. Green Line trains will run from Daly City to South Hayward.

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BART @bart.gov · 18h

BART service has stopped between South Hayward and Fremont due to an obstruction on the track. AC Transit is providing bus service from South Hayward to Union City on bus lines 9, 200,and 216.

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BART @bart.gov · 21h

Real ones know ✌️

Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 7d

"The BART" instead of BART. Only an outsider would say "I'm going to ride the BART." A local would say, "I'm going to ride BART."

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BART @bart.gov · 1d

Ridership growth is only part of the solution to BART’s significant financial crisis. To close BART’s $375 million deficit with only fare revenue, current ridership levels would need to more than double.

Find more September ridership highlights here: www.bart.gov/news/article...

BART ridership continues to grow; September ridership increased by 10% over previous year | Bay Area Rapid Transit

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BART @bart.gov · 1d

🔵 Usage of Clipper START, the region’s low-income discount fare program, is at an all-time high and accounted for 3.4% of total trips in September.

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BART @bart.gov · 1d

🔵 Overall, September ridership was 10% higher compared to previous year (5,047,000 total trips).

🔵 Highest ridership day of the month was September 10th (220,073).

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BART @bart.gov · 1d

🚨BART ridership continues to grow 🚨

There have been notable gains on weekends. Saturday ridership this September was nearly 20% higher compared to the previous year. People are taking BART for purposes beyond getting to the office.

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BART @bart.gov · 1d

Yep!

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BART @bart.gov · 1d

Read more about BART’s robust earthquake protocol and find our safety tips at www.bart.gov/news/article...

October 16: BART to participate in Great ShakeOut 2025 | Bay Area Rapid Transit

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BART @bart.gov · 1d

At 10:16am, BART staff will trigger our ShakeAlert early warning earthquake system to ensure it's working correctly.

Trains will automatically slow down to 27mph before coming to a very brief stop. We’ll also make a systemwide public announcement encouraging riders to be prepared for earthquakes.

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BART @bart.gov · 1d

BART will participate in the 2025 International ShakeOut Day earthquake drill on Thursday, October 16, to test our emergency response systems and to help raise public awareness of the importance of having a plan and being prepared.

Banner for ShakeOut earthquake preparedness event with text "Get Ready to ShakeOut," date "October 16, 2025," and registration link "ShakeOut.org.

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BART @bart.gov · 1d

When will Caltrans start adding time via transit to their freeway signs? ⏳

BART @bart.gov · 1d

Take transit.

It’s safer, better for the environment and it will support our ability to fund service and make improvements.

Google Maps image showing a longer drive time (one hour and 14 minutes) from Walnut Creek to downtown SF compared to taking BART (39 minutes).

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BART @bart.gov · 1d

These folks were smart and headed to Walnut Creek BART Station instead of driving.

More riders = more investments into service delivery and innovation.

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BART @bart.gov · 1d

Take transit.

It’s safer, better for the environment and it will support our ability to fund service and make improvements.

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BART @bart.gov · 6d

Take BART to Dreamforce next week and use Tap and Ride! Riders can pay adult fares at BART fare gates using physical contactless credit or debit cards or mobile payment methods, such as Apple Pay and Google Pay. Use BART's Trip Planner for detailed routes and transit options.

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BART @bart.gov · 2d

BART is also grateful to Senators Scott Wiener and Jesse Arreguín for championing this legislation and their fierce advocacy for transit funding.

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BART @bart.gov · 2d

BART will continue to identify additional cost savings and efficiencies to address our deficit, and we welcome the enhanced accountability measures and financial efficiency review included in SB 63.

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BART @bart.gov · 2d

Before measure funds become available, BART will rely on internal cuts, efficiency measures, and a series of one-time solutions to pay for operations.

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BART @bart.gov · 2d

The BART Board of Directors supported SB 63 because it will cover a significant portion of BART’s operating deficit and allow us to maintain current service levels and improve the rider experience.

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BART @bart.gov · 2d

A regional transportation funding measure would provide a reliable funding source for BART and other agencies to address deficits caused by remote work.

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BART @bart.gov · 2d

SB 63 is a historic opportunity to allow voters in five counties of the Bay Area to consider a sales tax measure in November 2026 aimed at preserving and improving transit.

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BART @bart.gov · 2d

BART is grateful to Governor Newsom for signing Senate Bill (SB) 63 into law. The Governor has been a steadfast advocate of transit and BART specifically, recognizing our role in moving the region and strengthening the economy.

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