Commuting between Marin and Sonoma counties is getting a major upgrade this month as transit agencies roll out a massive coordination plan.
The Marin Independent Journal reports starting April 12th, SMART trains and local buses will operate as a unified network, syncing schedules to eliminate redundant routes and long wait times. SMART is leading the charge by adding more daily trips, with trains running earlier in the morning and later at night to better fit modern work-from-home schedules.
To streamline the Highway 101 corridor, some Golden Gate Transit bus routes are being replaced by the rail service, while others will increase frequency into San Francisco. Officials say the goal is a seamless “one agency” feel that makes public transit more reliable for errands and daily travel.
Be sure to check the new timetables this week, as several familiar bus lines in southern Marin and Sonoma are being restructured or replaced.