Riding with children

Children love buses and trains! Sound Transit wants your ride to be as enjoyable as possible, so here are a few pointers.

Fares

Children under six ride free with a paying adult on Sound Transit buses and trains. Youth ages six to 18 pay reduced fares. (The exception is Tacoma Link, which is free for all passengers.)

• ST Express buses: $1.25 (one county) or $2.50 (multi-county)
• Central Link light rail: $1.25
• Sounder trains: between $2.00 and $3.50 (depending on distance travelled)

Learn more about fares & passes.

Helpful hints

• Stick together! Hold hands and board as a group so no one is left behind.
• Especially on Link light rail, the doors open for only a short time. Be prepared to board and get everyone settled quickly.
• Link light rail trains and most ST Express buses have level boarding, so you can roll a stroller directly onboard.
• Sounder trains and some ST Express buses have a couple of steps up to enter the vehicle, so it's easier to fold your stroller and carry it with you.
• Do not store strollers in wheelchair or senior priority seating areas.
• Do not block aisles and exits.
• Covered drinks (including baby bottles) are OK. Eating is not.
• Sounder trains have small restrooms and water fountains.