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    The station is ok. But it is limited. Caltrain can be a drag. They NEVER give information about delays until you are on the train!

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    VTA Light Rail - Capitol Station - His music was loud, but I still loved it.

    VTA Light Rail - Capitol Station

    2.5(8 reviews)
    1.3 miBlossom Valley

    ... some of the reviews here make no sense…read more - yes, there are signs to which direction you're going. - yes, there are benches, if you are sitting or standing where they're at and facing the fences, you will see the sign of where it's going - yes, the elevators smell-- it only takes on lesson to learn that. - it won't say exactly which one to take besides the usual ALUM ROCK or SANTA TERESA, etc. - the stairs, good work out. not every stop has an escalator at all. only smelly elevators. - they're cleaning up the public area, good for them. they're not leaving it to just get dirtier. - there are maps that tells you which light rail to take and estimated arrival times, got questions? call 511, no phone? turn around and ask a stranger. they know where they're going and which route to take. $2 one way, transfer light rail $6 day pass to use on VTAs, including bus Light rail takes you to Caltrain as well. Earliest departure is about 4:25am.

    No clipper card service on the platform which is quite unreasonable for such a massive station. If…read moreyou drop off your car at any one of the dealerships on capital auto mall it would be so nice to walk to the station from the west entrance and take the escalator up to platform between the highway 87 lanes. What you'll find is that you'll have to go back down and find the ticket kiosk which is actually towards the East entrance and then find your way back to platform. Hopefully not missing the next train in the process . Buyers remorse overall as I should have taken a Lyft. Way too noisy and so little train activity even at high noon on a weekday

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    Tamien Caltrain Station - Very spacious

    Tamien Caltrain Station

    2.9(33 reviews)
    3.1 miFairgrounds

    This is my go to station!…read more Its the last stop in San Jose before going down to Gilroy so when I take it to the city I'm literally the first and last stop. Yes it can be a long ride but that's why you take the bullet (which makes less stops.) Advantages: - If you live in South SJ you can get to this Cal Train station without the fwy. I take Almaden Expressway all the way down there. - FREE PARKING! Which is WAY better than $4 a day at DT SJ Diridon Station. This is great since sometimes I spend the night in the city and have left my car and its been fine. - Plenty of parking. Even when you get to the station somewhat late you can park your car in the dirt area like others do. Be careful of the deep holes tho! Don't mess up your car. - Right next to VTA for those people that take the Light Rail Disadvantages: - No restrooms - It gets really deserted at times and I've seen shattered glass before (thinking someone's car got broken into) - Not all trains go to Tamien so sometimes I do have to suck it up and drive to the DT station

    I like this station: 1) Only one stop away from San Jose…read moreDiridon 2) Free parking 3) about half of the bullet trains stop here 4) Free parking 5) Closer to home if you live in Willow Glen, Cambrian, Los Gatos, Campbell, than other stations up north. 6) Free parking 7) Nursery on site for those with small kiddos 8) Free parking 9) VTA (tram or light rail) station connection 10) Did I mention free parking? Do keep in mind: -Don't bring your expensive car here or leave valuables in it. Other reviewers have reported occasional shattered windows. -Parking is barely sufficient for the demand: by the third bullet train, there are no spaces left. -Fewer trains stop here as compared to Diridon (the primary San Jose station) -If you don't get off here, you'll end up in Gilroy

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    VTA Light Rail - St. James Park Station

    VTA Light Rail - St. James Park Station

    3.6(5 reviews)
    4.6 miDowntown

    Can't believe it's been over 10 years since a review has been written…read more First time visit to San Jose on an October weekend, used the VTA Light Rail on Sunday to be specific. I'm torn between giving this station a four or perfect five star review. The reason why I gave this a perfect rating was because the schedule was accurate (round trip) and the inside of the Light Rail was clean and odorless. The announcements for each stop was clear and precise. Pay station was in working condition....accepts cash and credit cards. It's $1.25 for a one way trip. You have the option to buy day passes as well. This is a great transportation system to get you around the city. Even better since it makes a stop for Levi's Stadium (Great America stop). Only reason why I would knock off one star was because the St. James station is located in a park where numerous homeless people hang/resides (and a few who's mind isn't "all there"). So be careful of your surroundings, don't get distracted constantly looking down at your phone, be alert at all times. Also pay attention to where you're walking. We could not differentiate whether if it's animal feces or....you know....

    I'm a big fan of VTA light rail and this station is convenient when I need to visit the US post…read moreoffice. The northbound and southbound platforms bound St. James park. For being adjacent to the park occupied by homeless, VTA does a great job keeping things clean and safe. It's also a perfect stop for Trials Pub, so a night out can be enjoyed by all, and VTA will assure a safe trip home. This location, like others, is equipped with an emergency call system, to put anyone at ease in case of emergency or threats.

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