2017 – County Connection

Increase in Traffic Congestion on Contra Costa County Freeways

Have you noticed an increase in traffic?

​A recent study​ indicates delays caused by ​congestion increased about 10% from 2015 to 2016.  Going back as far as 2010, congestion has increased by 80%.

​Three major freeways in Contra Costa County made the top 10 worse commutes in 2016​: I-680, Hwy. 24 and Hwy. 4.

Did you know that County Connection has bus service in these areas?

​If you’re traveling along I-680, we offer Express Service to: Bishop Ranch, Walnut Creek BART, Pleasanton Train Station (ACE), Dublin BART and Martinez Amtrak.

In Orinda and Lafayette there is bus service serving Orinda, Lafayette, and Moraga areas, as well as a connecting bus from Lafayette BART to Walnut Creek BART.

The dreaded Highway 4 commute has options as well depending on where you are going.  Many buses start at Amtrak in downtown Martinez, connecting to several BART stations.

With the increase in traffic and no solution to lower congestion, the most affordable way to get around is using County Connection buses.

All County Connection buses are equipped with wheelchair access, free wi-fi, Clipper, and bike racks.  Bus Tracker and Realtime information is also available using your smart phone.

For more information, contact Customer Service at 925-676-7500.  Customer Service is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Walnut Creek BART Construction

Attention Passengers:

Walnut Creek BART is now under construction for the new Walnut Creek Transit Center.  This new transit center will consist of more parking, apartments, restaurants, shops, etc.

County Connection service at Walnut Creek BART will remain unchanged until further notice.

For more information on the Walnut Creek Transit Center, click here: https://www.wcbartparking.com/

RFP – Slab Replacement Project

Central Contra Costa Transit Authority (County Connection) invites bids for Slab Replacement Project.

The General Manager will receive sealed bids in his office, located at 2477 Arnold Industrial Way, Concord, California 94520, at any time prior to the hour of 2:00 p.m. on September 22, 2017.

 

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Have You Completed The Survey?

County Connection recently sent postcard invitations to random households in central Contra Costa County inviting you to complete an online survey about transportation projects and options.

Your feedback will help us learn what is important to you and allow us to better serve the transportation needs of your community.

If you didn’t get a postcard in the mail and wish to participate, click here to take the 5-minute survey.

Thank you in advance for your participation.

Watch Your Mailbox To Participate In Our Community Survey

We Want To Hear From You

County Connection wants to hear from the communities we serve about what is important to them. We’re undertaking a Community Survey to help improve transportation, making it easier to get around where you live and work. Random households in central Contra Costa County have been invited to participate in our Community Survey.

Be on the lookout for your invitation postcard in the mail. The postcard details how you can participate in our short 5-minute on-line survey. Your feedback will help us learn what is important to you and allow us to better serve the transportation needs of your community.

If you don’t get a postcard notice in the mail and wish to participate, click here to take the 5-minute survey.

Thank you in advance for your participation.

6-15-17 Warriors Parade and Rally

CONGRATULATIONS WARRIORS!

With the upcoming Warriors parade on June 15, it is highly recommended to take public transit to enjoy the festivities.  BART parking lots are sure to fill up fast with people going to work and others going to the parade and rally.  County Connection urges you to use a bus to get to your closest BART station.  For help in assisting with route times and any questions, please contact customer service at 925-676-7500.

You should also get your clipper cards in advance and load up with cash value to expedite your travel experience.  This will decrease the delays you could have with paying as you go.  Stop by County Connection today, for your clipper card and load cash value on it.

Minor Service Changes Will Take Place June 11, 2017

County Connection will make minor adjustments to several bus routes effective June 11, 2017 to improve system efficiency.

Routes 9, 18, 20, 316

NO TIME CHANGES, but maps are updated to reflect the long term detour around DVC.

Route 93X

The arrival time at WC BART on the trip leaving Hillcrest at 6:25AM is adjusted to arrive at BART at 7:45 AM.

Route 260

Revised summer schedule.

600 Series

All school trips are removed from the summer schedule.

For information on all bus routes and schedules please call 676-7500 or visit www.cccta.wpengine.com.