Altamont Commuter Express

The Altamont Commuter Express (also known as ACE, pronounced "ace") is a commuter train service in California connecting Stockton with San Jose. It is named for the Altamont Pass, through which it travels. The service was started on October 19, 1998 with two trains daily in each direction, and as of August 2005 runs three trains daily in each direction. There are ten stops along its 86 mile (138 km) route, resulting in a total travel time of approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes end-to-end. Tracks are owned by Union Pacific, and ACE frequently experiences long delays as a result. ACE utilizes Bombardier BiLevel Coaches and is managed by the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission, with operations contracted to Herzog Transit Services.

Related Topics:
California - Stockton - San Jose - Altamont Pass - October 19 - 1998 - Union Pacific - Bombardier BiLevel Coach - Herzog Transit Services

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ACE is currently exploring the possibility of expanding on two lines -- a Modesto-Sacramento line, and a Stockton-Pittsburg line.

Related Topics:
Modesto - Sacramento - Stockton - Pittsburg

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