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556 - Issaquah – University District
This route doesn't operate on April 20, 2024.
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Scheduled
Multi route reroute
Ongoing
ST 554 and ST 556 to Seattle will be rerouted; Stop #67019 on I-90 Expwy Ramp & 142nd Pl SE - Bay 3 will be missed beginning Monday, February 26 due to construction. Use Stop #67014 at Eastgate P&R - Bay 1 instead.
In effect: Feb. 26 - Sep. 1
Routes: 554 & 556
Affected stops:
Stop #67019 I-90 Expwy Ramp & 142nd Pl SE - Bay 3 (WB)
Get on/off at:
Stop #67014 Eastgate P&R Rdwy & 140th Ave SE - Bay 1 (WB)
Stop #67019 I-90 Expwy Ramp & 142nd Pl SE - Bay 3 (WB)
Get on/off at:
Stop #67014 Eastgate P&R Rdwy & 140th Ave SE - Bay 1 (WB)
Announcement
Ongoing
The elevator at the eastbound stop on SR 520 at the Clyde Hill/Yarrow Point Freeway Station is out of service until further notice.
In effect: April 16, 8:35 a.m.
Routes: 545, 556 & 542
Eastbound transit riders who require the use of an elevator can plan ahead to board or exit SR 520 transit service at the Evergreen Point Freeway Station instead.
Additionally, the elevator at the westbound Clyde Hill/Yarrow Point stop is not affected. Eastbound Route 255 transit passengers who need to get to Clyde Hill/Yarrow Point can continue to the South Kirkland P&R and transfer to a westbound bus to return to Clyde Hill/Yarrow Point and use the elevator at the westbound stop.
All others can transfer to an eastbound Route 255 at Evergreen Point Freeway Station and then transfer to a westbound bus at South Kirkland to return to Clyde Hill/Yarrow Point.
Every effort is being made to restore the elevator as soon as possible.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
Your patience is appreciated.
Additionally, the elevator at the westbound Clyde Hill/Yarrow Point stop is not affected. Eastbound Route 255 transit passengers who need to get to Clyde Hill/Yarrow Point can continue to the South Kirkland P&R and transfer to a westbound bus to return to Clyde Hill/Yarrow Point and use the elevator at the westbound stop.
All others can transfer to an eastbound Route 255 at Evergreen Point Freeway Station and then transfer to a westbound bus at South Kirkland to return to Clyde Hill/Yarrow Point.
Every effort is being made to restore the elevator as soon as possible.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
Your patience is appreciated.
Operating hours
Weekday Only
Westbound
First trip: 5:12 a.m.
Last trip: 9:13 a.m.
Eastbound
First trip: 3:00 p.m.
Last trip: 6:30 p.m.
Fares
- Adult (age 19-64)
$3.25 - Low-income adult (ORCA LIFT)
$1.00 - Senior/disabled (age 65+ or qualifying disability)
$1.00 - Youth (18 and under)
Youth 18 and under ride for free on all Sound Transit services. Learn more and apply for a Free Youth Transit Pass here.
For more information about fares and to see if you qualify for reduced fare programs, visit our Fares page.
How to pay
Pay as you enter the bus with the following options:
- ORCA card - Tap your card on the card reader as you board.
- Cash - Pay at the machine when entering the bus through the front door. Bus drivers do not carry change, so you will need exact fare.
- Transit GO Ticket app - Tickets may be purchased with credit card in the app. Activate your purchased ticket prior to boarding and show your screen to the bus driver.
Lost and found
King County Metro operates this route and will hold your lost and found items for 30 days at the King Street Center, 201 S. Jackson St., Seattle.
You may report a lost item three ways:
- By filling out out this form 24 hours a day
- By calling Metro at 206-553-3000, or 1-800-542-7876, select option 2; Weekdays, 6 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- By visiting the King Street Center at 201 S. Jackson St., Seattle; Weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
In an emergency, call Sound Transit security dispatch: 206-398-5268.