News
Amtrak San Joaquins Becomes Gold Runner, Marking a New Era for California Passenger Rail
November 3, Stockton, CA – The San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority (SJJPA) is proud to introduce a new chapter in the history of California’s intercity passenger rail services with the rebrand from Amtrak San Joaquins to Gold Runner, effective November 3, 2025.
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Press Release: San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority Board Approves Adoption of “Gold Runner” as New Brand Name for Intercity Passenger Rail Service
(April 17 -- Stockton, CA) – At the March 19 Board Meeting, the San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority (SJJPA) unanimously adopted a resolution approving "Gold Runner" as the official brand name of the San Joaquins Intercity Rail Corridor and associated Thruway Bus network.
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Service Alert: Track Improvements – March 9 – 10
On Sunday, March 9, 2025, Amtrak San Joaquins will have track work between Bakersfield and Stockton
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Service Alert: Track Improvements – February 23 – 24
On Tuesday, October 1, 2024, Amtrak San Joaquins Route 7's schedule between the Martinez/Santa Rosa/Arcata areas will have a schedule change. Please see quick recap of adjustments below.
Discontinuance of schedules and stops as of September 30, 2024:
Bus Routes - 6513, 6518, and 6516.
Bust Stop - Vallejo Discovery Kingdom (VMW)
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