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FrontRunner 2X Project
More Tracks. More Trains. More Often.

Improving Commuter Rail

The Utah Transit Authority (UTA) and the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) are partnering to add more capacity to the region's commuter rail system to support the transit demands of rapidly expanding communities along the Wasatch Front.

This project will implement double tracking in 11 strategic locations, add one new station, realign track in one location, and add 10 new trainsets along the FrontRunner line increasing train frequency and travel time reliability.

The Project Vision Why Double Track?

Project Benefits Enhancing the transit experience across the Wasatch Front

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Increased Frequency

A group of people standing at a FrontRunner station platform huddle beneath winter coats as FrontRunner trains buzz past in either direction.

With more track and more trains, train frequency can be increased, leading to better service reliability and shorter wait times for you — the passengers.

Service frequency will increase to every 15 minutes during peak hours and 30 minutes during non-peak hours.

Improved Reliability

The front of a FrontRunner train is painted in thick diagonal red, white, and blue stripes. Four large rectangle glass windows sit towards the top of the train and headlights beam dully.

Greater train frequency during peak and off-peak periods will increase on-time performance and create better connectivity to regional bus and light rail systems.

More Choice

About a dozen FrontRunner riders sit alongside the left side of the train car and diagonally parked bikes line the right side of the train car.

By 2050, travel times for FrontRunner are expected to outperform I-15 travel times, providing more transit options for travelers.

Laying the Foundation Project Timeline

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2025–2026

A required National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analysis of the impacts of a proposed major federal action. FrontRunner 2X conducted a series of Categorical Exclusions for each section of the project.

Design and Right-of-Way
Entry into Engineering

In order to meet the goals of providing 15-minute peak service, the agencies must purchase new trainsets. The process of procurement involves understanding the requirements of the rail line and meeting ridership demands. Building a trainset can take several years and may involve sourcing materials for various locations around the country.

Early Utility Work

2027–2030*

To complete this project, the agencies are applying for a Capital Investment Grant from the Federal Transit Administration.

Construction is expected to last over three years while the current service continues operation. Construction of double tracking will occur in phases, with each section completed at different times.

The construction of trainsets is expected to last around three years. Each trainset must undergo rigorous testing to ensure safety and compatibility with the existing and new infrastructure.

Hire and Train Operations and Maintenance Staff

2031*

All sections on the FrontRunner 2X project are expected be completed by 2030. There may still be some minor tasks to complete, but all segments will be operational.

Vehicle Service Readiness
FrontRunner System Integration

The FrontRunner 2X future service will provide 15-minute peak service and 30-minute off-peak service. This means there will be greater train frequency at each station along the FrontRunner line.

*Schedule is dependent on federal grant approval.

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