Modified Snow "S" Schedule

When the Weather is Frightful...
VRE is delightful!

When it snows, sleets, or ices, VRE and our host railroads are ready to serve you. Depending on the amount of snow and ice VRE may operate full schedule or a limited "S" schedule of operations.

When Will VRE Use the "S" Schedule?

If the amount of snow called for is 8" or less and no ice is forecasted, you can expect VRE to operate its regular schedule. However, for reasons of safety and reliability, the "S" or snow schedule may be operated when there is:

1. an immediate forecast for severe icing, 8 inches or snow
2. severe icy conditions or an accumulation of 8 inches or more of snow.

What Time will the Decision be Made to Use the "S" Schedule ?

For morning service, the decision to use the limited schedule will be made prior to 4:30am EST. We do not plan to operate early dismissal trains. If a snow or "S" schedule is employed for the morning trips then the snow schedule will be in effect for the evening.

Where to I go for the latest VRE Service updates?

VRE information is available from qualified VRE information sources (see below). The most reliable information will always be available from VRE directly. To find out information you can check the following sources:

• Check your e-mail -- all information will be e-mailed to Train Talk Subscribers as soon as we know it.
• Call our information hotline at 1-800-RIDE-VRE
• Check the VRE home page
• tune in to radio stations
  • WMAL (630 AM)
  • WFLS (93.3 FM/1350 AM)
  • WTOP (1500 AM/ 107.7 FM)
  • WQBQ (B101.5 FM)
• watch TV channels 4, 5, 7, 8 or 9