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Northstar Commuter Rail route map (proposed)
Facts and Figures
(Taken from northstartrain.org)
Route length: 40 miles
Number of stations: 6
Estimated daily ridership: 5,600 trips
Daily capacity: 10,000 riders
Service begins: 2009 (proposed)
Estimated cost per ride: $4-$6
Capital cost: $289.1 million (FY 2008) (50% federal, 33% state, 17% local)
Car capacity: 150-162 seated (additional space for standing available)
Amenities: Work tables, on-board restrooms, individual seating, power outlets
Top speed: 79 mph
Base service: 8 morning, 8 evening trains, one midday round trip and limited weekend and special event service
Connections: Feeder buses to stations, Hiawatha LRT in downtown Minneapolis
Accessibility: Fully ADA compliant
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