Redwood City station facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Redwood City
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A northbound train leaving Redwood City station in 2018
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| Location | 1 James Avenue Redwood City, California |
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| Coordinates | 37°29′09″N 122°13′53″W / 37.48583°N 122.23139°W | ||||||||||||||||||
| Owned by | Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board | ||||||||||||||||||
| Line(s) | Peninsula Subdivision | ||||||||||||||||||
| Platforms | 2 side platforms | ||||||||||||||||||
| Tracks | 2 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Connections |  SamTrans: ECR, 270, 274, 275, 276, 278, 296, 397, 398 Commute.org: Redwood City-Midpoint, Seaport Centre Pacific Shores Shuttle |
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| Parking | 557 spaces | ||||||||||||||||||
| Bicycle facilities | 50 lockers, 18 racks | ||||||||||||||||||
| Disabled access | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||
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| Fare zone | Fare Zone 2 | ||||||||||||||||||
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| Opened | 1902 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Rebuilt | July 1995 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Original company | Southern Pacific | ||||||||||||||||||
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| Passengers (2018) | 4,212 per weekday  6.9% |
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The Redwood City train station is a busy stop in Redwood City, California. It is part of the Caltrain system, which is a regional rail service. This means it connects cities along the San Francisco Peninsula. The station is a key spot for people to transfer between different trains during the week.
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About Redwood City Station
Redwood City station helps thousands of people travel every day. It's a vital part of the public transportation system in the Bay Area. The station has two platforms, one for trains going north and one for trains going south.
What is Caltrain?
Caltrain is a commuter rail service in California. It runs along the San Francisco Peninsula, connecting cities like San Francisco, San Jose, and many towns in between. It's a popular way for people to get to work or school without driving.
Station Features
The Redwood City station has two main tracks. Trains travel on these tracks. Next to the tracks are two side platforms. A side platform is a raised area where passengers wait for trains. It's located on the side of the tracks.
Getting Around
The station offers many ways for people to get there.
- There are 557 parking spaces for cars.
- For bikes, there are 50 lockers and 18 racks. This makes it easy for cyclists to use the train.
- Many bus lines also stop at the station. These include SamTrans buses and other shuttle services.
How Many People Use It?
In 2018, about 4,212 passengers used the Redwood City station every weekday. This shows how important the station is for daily travel. It helps reduce traffic on the roads.
Station History
The Redwood City station first opened in 1902. It was originally built by the Southern Pacific Transportation Company. Over the years, the station has been updated. It was rebuilt in July 1995 to better serve its passengers. Today, it is owned by the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board. This group manages the Caltrain system.
Accessibility
The station is designed to be accessible for everyone. It follows ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) guidelines. This means people with disabilities can use the station easily.
