Commuter and Passenger Rail

Description

The Measure A project will help improve passenger rail service between Ventura and Goleta to reduce congestion on Highway 101 and provide commuters with an alternative to driving. 

Eligible Measure A expenditures are capital and operating costs including developing new schedules and service plans, obtaining environmental clearances, negotiating agreements, operating subsidies, rolling stock and related equipment, promotions and marketing, maintenance, connecting transit service, track improvements, station facilities, train and grade crossing controls. 

Updates

The SBCAG Board unanimously approved a cooperative funding agreement with LOSSAN the rail corridor agency and Ventura County Transportation Commission for a one-year expanded passenger rail pilot, adding peak-period service between Ventura and Santa Barbara, continuing to San Luis Obispo, and south to Los Angeles and San Diego.

Service began May 4, 2026 and will be evaluated for potential long-term expansion. The funding agreement includes commuter fare products – a $50 10-ride pass and a $150 monthly pass purchasable through the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner website.

Train to Work: Resources for Employers and Employees

Looking to make train commuting a realistic option for your workplace or your daily commute? The “Train to Work” webpage is a one-stop hub designed to help both employers and employees make the shift from driving alone to riding the train.

The webpage offers trip planning tools, schedules and fares, and connections to first- and last-mile options like shuttles, buses, and biking. It also features ready-to-use resources, incentives, and support to help make the shift from driving alone easier and more accessible.