Rules for riding
Whether you're on a bus or a train, follow these basic rules to help make everyone's ride on Sound Transit services enjoyable and safe
Basic rules for bus and train passengers
- Animals: Service animals are allowed on Sound Transit buses and trains. Pets may ride if they are carried in small containers.
- Pay the correct fare on the bus; on platforms and trains, have fare ready for fare inspectors.
- Hold personal items, store in overhead rack or under the seat.
- Respect the privacy of other passengers.
- Use audio/video equipment only with headphones.
- Carry food and drinks in closed containers.
- Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times.
- Do not lie down or place feet on seats.
- Do not interfere with operator/conductor while operating the vehicle.
- Do not harass other riders.
- Do not engage in loud or unruly behavior.
- No eating.
- No smoking.
- No littering.
- No alcohol consumption.
- No hazardous, explosive or corrosive materials.
- No unlawful weapons or firearms.
- No soliciting.
- No loitering.
- Do not leave bags unattended.
RCW 81.112.220, 81.112.210, 81.112.230, 9.91.025, 9A.36.031, TCM 8.52.020
Passenger Courtesies
Because transit brings together a lot of people in a small space we ask all of our customers to follow these recommended courtesies:
- Allow persons with disabilities and senior citizens priority seats.
- Don't reserve places by putting items on seats.
- Respect the privacy of other passengers.
- Keep your cell phone on vibrate and speak in a low voice.
- Speak in conversational tones with your seatmates and other riders.
We appreciate your help and thank you for riding.