Quiet Cars
The New Mexico Rail Runner Express is proud to offer Quiet Cars on select weekday trains for our commuters. The Quiet Car will be identified with signage outside and inside the car, and will always be the car closest to the locomotive of a designated train.
Quiet Car Commute Etiquette
- Refrain from cell phone use. If you need to make or receive a call, please move to another car.
- Disable sound feature on mobile devices and laptops.
- Conduct conversations in subdued voices and for brief periods of time.
- Maintain low headphone volume to avoid distracting other passengers
The New Mexico Rail Runner Express hopes all passengers will remember to treat their fellow passengers with courtesy and respect, no matter where they are sitting.
Please email Rio Metro with your comments or suggestions regarding the New Mexico Rail Runner Express Quiet Car Program.
Identify Quiet Cars
The Quiet Car will be identified with signage outside and inside the car, and will always be the car closest to the locomotive of a designated train. Trains with Quiet Cars are indicated with a triangle next to the train number on the weekday schedule.
Northbound Quiet Car Trains: Numbers 502, 504, 102 Express, 506, 512, 514, 516
Southbound Quiet Car Trains: Numbers 503, 507, 509, 515, 101 Express, 517, 519
- Where is the Quiet Car located on the train?
- What are the rules?
- How will I find the Quiet Car?
- What happens if the Quiet Car is completely full?
- What if I get on the Quiet Car without knowing it?
- What if I need to make or receive a call on my phone?
- What if another rider's electronic device is too loud?
- Can I still talk if I whisper?
- Can you disable the announcements in the quiet car?
Extreme Weather & Conditions Notice
Please note that in event of extreme weather or other operational conditions, it may be necessary to suspend the Quiet Car designation for a specific train(s). On-board announcements will be made advising passengers.