Caltrain offers stress-free ride to Levi’s Stadium for 49ers vs. Broncos preseason kickoff
Bay Area – Caltrain is a great way for football fans going to Levi’s Stadium on Saturday to avoid the traffic and chaos of game day. The San Francisco 49ers will play the Denver Broncos in their preseason opener.
The highly anticipated showdown starts at 5:30 p.m. on August 9. Caltrain encourages people to leave their cars at home and take the train instead. With its regular weekend schedule, the service offers a smooth and dependable route that avoids the stress of Highway 101 and the rush for stadium parking.
Fans can take Caltrain to the Mountain View Station, where they can switch to VTA light rail, which drops them off just at the stadium gates. This direct link makes Caltrain a great option for anyone who wants to get there on time without having to deal with traffic.
Clipper remains the best and cheapest way to pay for a ride. Riders can get automatic fare savings by touching a physical card, using the Clipper app, or paying with Apple or Google Wallet. Clipper START gives qualifying individuals a 50% discount, and there are also special child fares: just $1 for a one-way ticket or $2 for a full Day Pass for travelers 18 and under.
Caltrain does not sell tickets on board since it uses a proof-of-payment mechanism. Individuals who don’t have a Clipper card should buy their tickets ahead of time at the station or through the Caltrain Mobile App. The app is great for getting around long queues on major event days. Mobile Day Passes are good until the end of service on the day you buy them.
If you drive to a Caltrain station before getting on, you can park there for $5.50 a day. You can pay for spaces through the smartphone app or ticket machines at each station. Enforcement is in place every day, even on weekends and holidays.
Caltrain also reminds riders that open alcoholic beverages are not permitted onboard after 9 p.m. on special event days, including this Saturday’s game. Passengers are advised to plan ahead and review schedules, fare information, and trip planning tools by visiting www.caltrain.com or by calling Caltrain Customer Service.
Whether you’re a diehard Niners fan or just out to enjoy a Saturday night under the lights, Caltrain offers a no-fuss way to get to the game — and back — without ever hitting the brake pedal.
