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The "S" stands for "special." Trains marked with an "S" operate every VRE service day, and they are typically the only trains that operate when VRE is on its "S" schedule. "S" schedule days typically occur during times of inclement weather or around certain holidays. The decision to run an "S" schedule is typically made the evening prior, or very early in the morning, before service starts. Service updates are passed to our riders via Train Talk emails, website updates, Facebook, Twitter and alerts to local media outlets.
- The Summons Process
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We have long stated that we expect only two things from our riders: to be on the platform and ready to board before the train's arrival and to validate one's ticket before boarding the train. If one boards the train without a validated ticket, then that individual is at risk of receiving a citation for fare evasion.
- VRE's Plan B
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When rail traffic stops unexpectedly, we have one plan B and that B stands for Buses.
- Alexandria Shuffle
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The "Alexandria Shuffle" is a strategy to help us recover in certain evening service disruptions.
- Amtrak Regional Service
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Why your Amtrak Step-Up train may be delayed