Headways

Everything to Know About Contactless Payment on VTA

Paying your VTA adult fare is now faster and easier across the entire system. You can pay by tapping a contactless bank card at Clipper readers on VTA buses and at light rail platforms. No cash...

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Progress on US 101/SR 25 Interchange

After just six months of construction crews are making progress in reconfiguring the interchange at US 101 and SR 25 in Gilroy. The new on-ramp to Highway 101 Northbound from SR 25 is now open giving...

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VTA Launches Coyote Valley Wildlife Crossing Project

Multi-year effort with Peninsula Open Space Trust will create road, highway and rail crossings for wildlife in Coyote Valley, improving road safety and supporting the region’s climate resilience Work...

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Ring in the New Year with Free Rides and Late-Night Service

As we welcome 2026, VTA is once again here to help you celebrate safely and stress-free. In keeping with our annual New Year’s Eve tradition, VTA will offer free rides on all buses and light rail...

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Our Gratitude for Your Year-Long Involvement

As a year jam-packed with community meetings, workshops, open houses and other events comes to a close, VTA would like to thank the many members of our community who provided feedback, helping to...

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Critical Funding for VTA Transit Oriented Development Projects

Two major projects in VTA’s Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) portfolio are moving forward with funding from California’s Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) program. AHSC supports...

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New De-Escalation Training Gets High Marks from VTA Employees

More than 1300 Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) frontline employees have completed a new training program aimed at helping them better navigate difficult situations in the field. And...

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Celebrate the Holiday Season with Christmas in the Park & Blinky’s Drive-Thru

Holiday magic fills the air as downtown San Jose sparkles brighter than ever before! Christmas in the Park dazzles Plaza de César Chávez with lights and entertainment, continuing to bring visitors...

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Community Led TOC Grant Project Breaks Ground

VTA's Transit-Oriented Communities (TOC) Grant Program continues to support community-led projects that strengthen neighborhoods near transit, and the latest milestone comes from a dedicated group of...

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