Check your Clipper balance anytime: • In the Clipper app • On clippercard.com • At a ticket machine • By calling 877-878-8883 Learn more at samtrans.com/clipper

Whether using Clipper or a bank card, every passenger needs to tap separate to ensure correct fares and transfers. Need help upgrading or using your card? Call Clipper Customer Service at 877-878-8883 or email [email protected] for assistance. Learn more at samtrans.com/clipper

This Saturday, SamTrans returns for Hometown Holidays celebration, rolling into the parade with the brightly wrapped, festooned and fan-favorite Holiday Bus — now featuring the long-awaited comeback of Sammy the Seagull! 💙✨ Read more: www.samtrans.com/news/samtran...

SamTrans GM April Chan attended the Next Generation Clipper Launch Event at Embarcadero Station in SF! This region-wide upgrade makes travel between agencies easier - allowing for a contactless payment option. We're excited to work towards a more seamless public transit system!

POV: You're sitting in the back of our magical, festive 2025 holiday bus. ✨ Wrapped in lights, charm, and a little extra whimsy — come see it shine at the Hometown Holidays Parade in Redwood City this Saturday, 4–5:30 PM! Learn more at https://www.samtrans.com/holiday-bus

Next Generation Clipper is now live! 🎉 SamTrans riders can tap a contactless bank card or mobile wallet to pay fares instantly. No Clipper card required for adult fares. Learn more at https://www.samtrans.com/clipper

The weather’s getting chillier, and there’s no better time to bundle up. ❄️ Meet the 2025 SamTrans holiday sweater — soft, festive, and ready for every chilly commute and holiday moment ahead. Grab yours today at samtransstore.com ✨

The wait is almost over… Next Generation Clipper goes live tomorrow, December 10. ✨ Upgrade your card and get ready to tap your bank card or mobile wallet to ride. Learn more at https://www.samtrans.com/clipper

Unwrap a special message from our good old friend, Sammy the Seagull! 💙 He's coming to visit this Saturday at Redwood City's Hometown Holidays Parade - join us in celebrating this holiday season from 4-5:30PM. 🎁✨ https://www.samtrans.com/holiday-bus

Mark your calendar for December 10! 📅 That’s when Next Generation Clipper officially launches, giving SamTrans riders faster, easier ways to pay. Learn more at https://www.samtrans.com/clipper

#newbanner ✨ Looking for something to gift during the holidays? Our store has die-casts of our hydrogen fuel-cell buses, vintage buses, and our 2025 holiday sweater - perfect for the transit fan in your life. 😌 samtransstore.com

On the second and third day of Holiday Bus, our riders sent to me… a brand-new holiday wrap, a gift to you from Sammy! 🎁 We can't wait to see you all at Hometown Holidays next Saturday with our returning friend, Sammy the Seagull! 🥰 Learn more at https://www.samtrans.com/holiday-bus

While everyone’s heading home for the holidays, our operators are the ones making the journey possible. 💙✨ If you’re looking for a job with meaning (and a team that feels like family), drive with us. Learn more at samtrans.com/drivewithus

Good morning everyone, we hope you're keeping warm this holiday season! ❄️😌 The December SamTrans Board of Directors meeting is happening later today at 2PM. If you'd like to join us, more information can be found at https://www.samtrans.com/meetings/2025/12/samtrans-board-directors

ok be honest... what's the spot you gatekeep but *might* share with us? 👀 we're cooking up new Hop Off Here episodes so we need: - your fav food/cafés/patios/bars - where you like to hike - neighborhoods to wander - events you love let us know below!✨ www.smctd.com/wheel-talk

Weather is colder, December is here - you know what time it is. ❄️ On the first day of Holiday Bus, our riders sent to me - an announcement bright and cheery — We're returning again this year for Redwood City's Hometown Holidays parade next Saturday! https://www.samtrans.com/holiday-bus

Next Generation Clipper offers new benefits for SamTrans riders: • Tap to pay with a bank card or phone • Add funds instantly online or in-app • Manage multiple cards in one account Learn more at https://www.samtrans.com/clipper

SamTrans will run Sunday bus schedules on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27, because of the holiday. Read more: https://www.samtrans.com/news/samtrans-run-sunday-schedule-thanksgiving-day

This Thanksgiving, we’re extra thankful for the riders who make our buses feel like a community. 🧡 A little kindness goes a long way — thank you for helping us keep every ride welcoming and safe for all.

Thankful this week that we get to see views like this everyday. 💙 Thank you for riding SamTrans, as always.

Need transit on the rural Coastside? SamCoast provides curb-to-curb, reservation-based rides in mid & southern coastal areas. $4.25 per trip ($1.75 Lifeline). Call (650) 560-0360 or learn more at samtrans.com/coastside

Hey, hey EPA - planning to get around this weekend for Thanksgiving prep? Let us make it easier for you with an on-demand, affordable, convenient ride right at your fingertips. Learn more at https://www.samtrans.com/ride-plus

Keeping a county moving takes skill, grit, and a team you can count on. Our mechanics work side-by-side, learning from each other, and taking pride in every bus that rolls out ready to serve. If you’re ready for a career with real impact, gear up with us: samtrans.com/gearup

Big news, SamTrans Riders 🌟 On Dec 10, you’ll be able to pay your fare by tapping your bank card or mobile wallet—no Clipper card required, adult fares only. This system also allows instant value loading and multi-card management in the Clipper app. Learn more: https://www.samtrans.com/clipper

Safety tips for students ‼️ Keep noise down by using headphones and speaking quietly. ✩°｡⋆⸜ 🎧✮ (p.s. what are you listening to lately :3)

Some days, a friendly operator is the brightest part of someone’s commute. ⭐ Join the team that keeps our community moving — and makes every ride a little better. Start your journey at https://www.samtrans.com/drivewithus

SamTrans riders: A faster, easier way to pay fares is on the way! ✨ Beginning December 10, the Next Generation Clipper system launches across the Bay Area, introducing contactless payments and instant account management. Learn what’s changing: https://www.samtrans.com/clipper

Looking to buy some holiday gifts for the transit fan in your life? The SamTrans store just stocked up on our new 2025 holiday sweaters and vintage die-cast models! Grab them today at https://samtransstore.com/

Schedule changes are here - and we're focused on improving on-time performance to your daily commute. ✨ Routes 61, 83, 117, 138, EPX and FCX have new schedules - live. Plan ahead and learn more at samtrans.com/schedulesmaps

🚆✨ Got a hidden gem we should share? We’re building future episodes of Hop Off Here — and want to include you! 💬 Tell us/ask about: • Local food/cafés/patios/bars • Trails/parks • Neighborhoods • Events DM/comment here. Let's explore together! https://www.smctd.com/wheel-talk

Take a ride down memory lane 🚌💫 — our new limited-edition vintage die-cast SamTrans bus is here! Add the perfect piece of transit nostalgia to your collection and grab it ahead of time for the holidays. Grab yours now at https://samtransstore.com/samtrans/p/vintage-die-cast-samtrans-bus

Meet Ride Plus — our on-demand service in East Palo Alto/Belle Haven and Half Moon Bay. 🚍 Affordable. Easy to book. The same fare as our own bus service. Learn more at https://www.samtrans.com/rider-info/ride-plus

SamTrans will adjust bus schedules beginning Sunday, Nov. 16, to improve on-time performance and better match rider demand. These routes will see schedule changes: 61, 83, 117, 138, EPX and FCX. Read more: https://www.samtrans.com/news/samtrans-adjusting-several-routes-improve-time-performance

To all who have served, we see you and we honor you. Your strength, sacrifice, and dedication inspire us. We’re grateful to have veterans within our SamTrans family who continue to support our community through their work every day. Thank you. 🌟

Need a new morning podcast? ☀ All aboard for "Hop Off Here" — a brand-new monthly series from @caltrain.com and @samtrans.com that takes you beyond the ride and into the heart of the Bay Area, one stop at a time. ✨ Listen to our first episode here: www.buzzsprout.com/591640/episo...

Along the San Mateo County coast and need a ride? For just $4.75 per trip, SamCoast can provide curb-to-curb service, connecting you to Routes 117 and 294 in Half Moon Bay. Learn more and make your reservation at https://www.samtrans.com/service-info/coastside-services

The San Mateo County Transit District is spreading holiday cheer with the launch of its 2025 holiday sweaters - now available through the SamTrans Store and Caltrain Store! ❄️ Read more: www.smctd.com/news/transit... Purchase here: samtransstore.com

A vibrant night of culture and celebration in Redwood City! 🏵️✨ Thanks to everyone who joined us for Día de los Muertos — your stories and smiles made it unforgettable. We’re so grateful to share these traditions with our community. 💮

Good morning everyone, happy start of the holiday season! 🍁✨ The SamTrans Board of Directors meeting for November is happening later today at 2PM. If you'd like to join us, more information can be found at https://www.samtrans.com/meetings/2025/11/samtrans-board-directors

Going to vote? Help us take you there! Find your ballot drop-off or vote center here: https://smcacre.gov/elections/vote-center-and-ballot-drop-box-lookup

After 25 years of dedicated service, Operator Husni Zara completes his final maintenance check. 🚌 Thank you, Husni, for your commitment to safety, reliability, and the community we serve. Wishing you all the best in your retirement! 💙

This week’s #BusFriday™ features the vibrant, beautiful 2025 Día de los Muertos bus! 💮 Catch it in person at the Day of the Dead Celebration hosted by Casa Circulo Cultural in Redwood City’s Courthouse Square from 3:30–9 PM. Say hi, grab goodies, & celebrate the colorful spirit of our community! ✨

In our garages, it’s more than just fixing buses — it’s about having each other’s back. ⚙️ Join the crew that keeps SamTrans rolling. samtrans.com/gearup

Behind every route is a family that looks out for each other — and for the riders they serve. 💙 Join the team that keeps our communities moving. samtrans.com/drivewithus

also.. happy national cat day :3 meow

Route ECR to.. nowhere in particular. 👻 Hope you all are having a frightful and fun festive Halloween week!

Holiday season is coming fast — and we brought back something cozy just in time! Last year’s holiday sweater is now just $29.99. Get yours before they’re gone! ❄✨ https://samtransstore.com/samtrans/p/samtrans-holiday-sweater

East Palo Alto. Half Moon Bay. You need a ride? We're there. 365 days a year. $2.25. https://www.samtrans.com/rider-info/ride-plus

Another year, another unforgettable SamTrans Roadeo! 🤠 Our talented operators and mechanics wowed the crowd, and the family spirit made it even better. Big thanks to our Training Department for organizing it all—congrats to this year’s winners! 💙

pov: you're a mechanic at samtrans and this is your daily view ✨ want to make it a reality? join the crew that helps keep san mateo county safe at www.samtrans.com/gearup