Still thinking about picking up a SamTrans vintage die-cast bus?
The first 100 orders come with a limited 50th Anniversary patch — but they’re going fast.
Don’t miss your chance to grab one before it's gone: samtransstore.com/samtrans/p/vintage-die-c...
Students who ride SamTrans — we want to hear from you! 🚌
Whether you’re commuting to school, heading to practice, or meeting up with friends, your feedback can help improve the SamTrans website.
Take our quick survey for a chance to win a $100 gift card:
https://tinyurl.com/samtranssocial
SamTrans bus at Daly City BART station with train in background
A classic moment™ at Daly City BART Station for #ThrowbackThursday.
SamTrans buses have long connected riders to @bart.gov — helping make Daly City one of the Bay Area’s key transit hubs.
50 years later, those connections are still going strong. 🚍🚆
SamTrans is developing a plan to invest ~$50M in annual, potential local funding for public transit in the San Mateo County. This funding could be used to improve bus service, safety at bus stops, and more.
Help build what comes next. Take the survey.
SamTrans.com/LocalFundingPlan
Introducing the new SamTrans Articulated Fidget Bus™. 🚌✨
Twist it. Bend it. Route it through stress.
All the flexibility of our articulated buses — now in a convenient desk-sized model.
Coming soon to desks across the Peninsula, be on the lookout on our store! 🙂↕️
Good morning and happy April! ☀
The April Board of Directors meeting is later today at 2PM (and no this is not an April Fool's joke). 🤭
If you'd like to join us virtually, more details can be found at: www.samtrans.com/meetings/2026/04/samtran...
Last call to apply‼
Applications for the SamTrans Citizens Advisory Committee close today (March 31). CAC members help represent riders and provide input on transit decisions that shape service across San Mateo County.
Learn more & apply:
samtrans.com/cac
Protecting operators, strengthening transit: How SamTrans is improving safety for riders and employees. Read more: www.samtrans.com/blog/2026/03/protecting-...
Spring Break 2026? Let us help you unwind and take in the coastside views.
Ride Plus is on-demand and costs the same as a bus ride — making it easy to explore the coast without the hassle of driving.
Learn more:
https://www.samtrans.com/rideplus
SamTrans 需要您的帮助，来优化 SamTrans 官网！参与我们的简短问卷，即有机会赢取$50礼品卡。https://tinyurl.com/samtranssocial
¡SamTrans necesita su ayuda para mejorar el sitio web de SamTrans! Responda a nuestra breve encuesta y tendrá la oportunidad de ganar una tarjeta regalo de 50 dólares. tinyurl.com/samtranssocial
SamTrans needs your help to improve the SamTrans website! Take our short survey for a chance to win a $50 gift card. tinyurl.com/samtranssocial
SamTrans Vintage Die-Cast Bus with 50th Anniversary Patch
Celebrate 50 years of SamTrans with a piece of transit history!
The first 100 orders of our vintage die-cast bus will also receive an exclusive 50th Anniversary commemorative patch. ✨
Shop now at samtransstore.com/samtrans/p/vintage-die-c...
If the Connect Bay Area measure qualifies for the ballot and is approved, ~$50M in annual, locally controlled funding would be dedicated —no funds could be taken by the State or outside counties.
Your feedback is critical as we shape the future of transit. SamTrans.com/LocalFundingPlan
Help shape the future of the SamTrans website! Take our quick survey and you could win a $50 gift card*.
Your feedback helps us make it easier to plan trips and find the information you need.
https://tinyurl.com/samtranssocial
Got ideas for improving El Camino Real?
Help shape the next phase of the Central El Camino Real Multimodal Plan by taking our quick survey.
Learn more + share your feedback:
www.samtrans.com/news/public-feedback-sou...
Last week we celebrated Transit Employee Appreciation Day with our incredible team at SamTrans!
From operators and mechanics to the staff working behind the scenes, it takes a lot of people to keep our buses moving in SMC. We’re grateful for all that you do every day. 🚍💙
Can't believe we're 50. 🚌🎉
For five decades, we’ve connected communities across San Mateo County — and we know many of you have memories along the way.
Got a favorite SamTrans story or photo? Share it with us as we celebrate 50 years: https://www.samtrans.com/samtrans-50th-anniversary
Help slice the pie! We're developing a plan for how to invest potentially $50M in annual funding for public transit in San Mateo County.
Stakeholder engagement & community input is vital for this planning process.
Take the survey to carve out your slice: SamTrans.com/LocalFundingPlan
Help shape transit in the County and apply to join the SamTrans Citizens Advisory Committee! The CAC is a volunteer group that provides input to the SamTrans Board on rider needs and service improvements. Applications close March 31.
Learn more & apply: samtrans.com/cac
SamTrans is asking for public input to help shape a local investment plan guiding future transit improvements across the county.
As part of outreach for the Connect Bay Area Local Investment Plan, we've launched a brief survey (closes 4/30).
Learn more: www.samtrans.com/news/take-qu...
Make your voice heard! SamTrans is leading a community conversation to hear your priorities for how funds should be spent in San Mateo County.
Please complete the survey to share your priorities.
SamTrans.com/LocalFundingPlan
If SamTrans had an additional $50 million in annual local funding, what would be your top three funding priorities? Take our survey where you can rank SamTrans' local priorities from one through ten.
samtrans.com/LocalFundingPlan
Same mission. Different decades. 💙
For 50 years, transit has always been about people — the operators, mechanics, dispatchers, and teams who keep our community moving.
Happy Transit Employee Appreciation Day to our SamTrans staff past and present!
SamTrans buses in front of sunrise
SamTrans buses in front of sunrise
Early mornings, beautiful sunrises, and an amazing pull-out crew to get San Mateo County moving at 3:30AM. 🌅💙
No better way to start Transit Employee Appreciation Day. ✨
* You must be at least 13 to participate in the survey. You must be at least 18 years old to participate in the drawing. You may enter without completing the survey - see survey page for details.
Calling all students who ride SamTrans! 🚌🎒
We want to learn how you use SamTrans and our website to get to school, activities, and around the community.
Take our quick survey for a chance to win a $50 gift card:
tinyurl.com/samtranssocial
Looking for a way to give back and improve public transit in your community?
The SamTrans Citizens Advisory Committee has extended application deadlines to March 31!
Learn more at www.samtrans.com/news/help-inform-transit...
Imagine... fewer potholes, reduced traffic, safer, cleaner bus stops, and so much more.
What would make the biggest difference for you? Tell us in the survey: http://www.samtrans.com/localfundingplan
Hundreds of employees keep SamTrans running safely every day. In 2025, two stood out: Operator and Maintenance Employees of the Year, Steven Castagnola and Arvin Barrozo. 💙
Read more: www.samtrans.com/blog/2026/03/samtrans-ho...