Factsheets
About the High-Speed Rail Program
Connecting CaliforniaPDF Document
PDF DocumentThis is a quick snapshot of the overall program and how it will transform mobility, spur economic growth, create a cleaner environment, and preserve agricultural lands and natural habitats.
High-Speed, High-Capacity TransportationPDF Document
PDF DocumentDespite planned investments in airports and highways, California is facing a transportation capacity crisis. To keep pace, California must expand its transportation capacity to improve mobility.
Designing Train InteriorsPDF Document
PDF DocumentIn preparation for the procurement of the initial trainsets, California High-Speed Rail is developing concepts for the layout and interiors of the cars that will shape an iconic design and set new standards for rail travel on the first true American high-speed train service.
PDF DocumentThe California High-Speed Rail Authority is committed to safety on trains and surrounding train lines. Learn more about the measures being taken to protect you.
High-Speed Rail: An International Success StoryPDF Document
PDF DocumentHigh-speed rail may be new to the United States and California, but countries around the world have been building thousands of miles of high-speed rail for years, and many more countries plan to join them.
High-Speed Rail in Northern California
Northern California at a GlancePDF Document
PDF DocumentHigh-speed rail will provide clean, modern transportation for the millions of Northern California residents and will help tie the state’s economies together like never before.
High-Speed Rail in the Central Valley
Central Valley at a GlancePDF Document
PDF DocumentHigh-speed rail is already happening in the Central Valley, with construction now spanning 119 miles across Madera, Fresno, Kings, Tulare and Kern counties.
Merced to Bakersfield Line: Connecting the Central Valley to CaliforniaPDF Document
PDF DocumentThe electrified high-speed rail line between Merced and Bakersfield is the first building block of the statewide system. This 171-mile line will offer the nation’s first true electrified high-speed rail service.
High-Speed Rail in Southern California
Southern California at a GlancePDF Document
PDF DocumentThe Authority continues its work in partnership with agencies, corridor cities, interested stakeholders and the public to bring the nation’s first high-speed rail to Southern California.
Caltrans Y El Tren De Alta Velocidad: Construyendo Al FuturoPDF Document
PDF DocumentEn asociación con Caltrans y la Fundación de Los Angeles Railroad Heritage, instalamos una nueva exhibición que cuenta la historia del pasado, presente y futuro de los viajes en tren en California. La instalación está ubicada en Philippe The Original, el emblemático restaurante de Los Ángeles fundado en 1908.
Federal Grant Awards & Applications
For information on grants awarded to the Authority and pending federal grant applications, visit our Federal Grants webpage.
Benefits of High-Speed Rail
The Economic Impact of California High-Speed RailPDF Document
PDF DocumentA look at how investment in the nation’s first high-speed rail system has created jobs and generated economic activity in numerous ways.
High-Speed Rail: Creating JobsPDF Document
PDF DocumentCalifornia’s high-speed rail program is putting people to work. The number of employment opportunities continues to increase as the program expands.
Building a Sustainable FuturePDF Document
PDF DocumentCalifornia’s policies set a national tone on environmental issues. The goal is to deliver the greenest infrastructure project in the nation, both in construction and operations, and to honor California’s culture of environmental stewardship.
Student Leadership in High-Speed Rail TransportationPDF Document
PDF DocumentI Will Ride is a student outreach program at the California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority) dedicated to connecting students to information and career opportunities on the nation’s first high-speed rail system currently under construction.
Small Business Program
Helping Small Businesses GrowPDF Document
PDF DocumentMore about the Authority’s Small Business Program and how to get involved.
PDF DocumentHow to get registered and stay connected.
HSR 101: CertificationPDF Document
PDF DocumentA summary of the Authority’s Small and Disadvantaged Business Program and the certification process.
HSR 102: Prepare to BidPDF Document
PDF DocumentA helpful guide to assist in a bidding process.
HSR 103: Won the BidPDF Document
PDF DocumentA summary of what to do before you sign the contract/agreement.
HSR 104: Post AwardPDF Document
PDF DocumentA summary of what to do after you sign the contract/agreement.
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