The Future of Diridon Station

Diridon Station, a key transit hub at the western edge of Downtown San José, will be expanded and redesigned to address the region's future transit needs. A collaboration among five public agencies – City of San José, Caltrain, Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA), California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA), and Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) (collectively the “Partner Agencies”)– is underway to develop a comprehensive plan for the station. This initiative aims to improve the station's integration with the surrounding area, positioning it as a catalyst for both economic and community development. The goal of the project is to increase transit capacity and service, facilitate seamless transfers, and create a safe, passenger-friendly station.

On May 21, 2025, the Diridon Steering Committee – a representative body of the Partner Agencies – selected a preferred station alternative. This marked the conclusion of a two-year phase of work called the Business Case. The at-grade, preferred station alternative, will rebuild the station with the tracks at roughly the same elevation as they are today, and requires some streets surrounding the station to be regraded reconfigured to improve neighborhood connections, particularly for those on foot or bike. In addition to the At-Grade Alternative, the Steering Committee approved several complementary efforts meant to improve connectivity from one side of the tracks and station to the other and improve quality of life for residents and businesses near the tracks. This comprehensive two-year planning and design process has been documented in the recently released Diridon Station Alternatives Development Report. The report's recommendations were shaped by over 5,700 points of input from the community across over 40 engagement events.

Having selected a preferred alternative, the Partner Agencies began the next phase of work on the project: environmental review, which is expected to take approximately three to four years. The Partner Agencies selected an environmental consultant, ICF, to assist with this work. In parallel with this environmental review work, the Partner Agencies will continue to develop the funding strategy and implementation phasing for the project. They will also continue to develop the most suitable long-term organizational structure to deliver the project.

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Diridon Events in Your Neighborhood

Join the Diridon team in the community to learn more about the exciting future of Diridon Station and share your valuable input. Upcoming and past events are as follows: