Help Us Prioritize Link21 Goals and Objectives
Let us know what matters most to you.
The Benefits of Link21 Are Game‑changing
New passenger rail connections will help you get to the places you want to go and protect our environment from the harmful greenhouse gas emissions of cars. Link21 will have a positive impact on the environment by creating jobs, advancing equity, and tackling the climate crisis.
We’re Committed to Equity and Inclusion
Read our equity vision statement to learn how Link21 is working hard to deliver a better passenger rail system to transit-dependent riders, communities harmed by past infrastructure projects, and individuals with limited access to housing, jobs, and opportunities.
We want as many voices and perspectives as possible. Learn how you can get involved with Link21.
Where We Are Today and Where We're Going
We are conducting research and collecting community input to plan the best passenger rail transportation system for Northern California.
Check out our timeline to see where we are in the process and how Link21 will unfold over the coming years.
Phase 0
Program Definition
Started 2019
Phase 1
Concept Identification
Started 2022 (We are here)
Phase 2
Project Selection
Starts 2025
Phase 3
Project Delivery
Starts 2028
Looking Towards the Future
As new travel patterns emerge in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, transportation planning must continue for the future to fulfill our commitment to fast, frequent, safe, reliable, and comfortable passenger rail service for Northern Californians.
