NCTD marks 10 years of Sprinter light-rail service
Since Sprinter opened, it has provided more than 23 million trips.Photo – North County Transit District
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The North County Transit District (NCTD) late last week marked the 10th anniversary of its Sprinter light-rail system.
Since Sprinter opened a decade ago, it has provided more than 23 million trips, NCTD officials said in a press release.
The 22-mile route runs from Escondido to Oceanside, California, and includes 15 stations. Sprinter has an annual ridership of 2.5 million passengers, with an average weekday ridership of 8,400.
It cost $477 million to build the Sprinter line and its maintenance facility and vehicles, according to NCTD.
"The Sprinter is a significant asset for North San Diego County providing transportation, economic, and environmental benefits," said Bill Horn, a member of NCTD's board.
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