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reel icon Roses are red, 🌹 The 2 Line is blue, 💙 Our Staff Ambassadors are here for you! We’re celebrating Valentine’s Day the only way we know how: acts of service. 💌 This morning, ambassadors were out across the system passing out valentines (and helpful info) to celebrate the impending union of the region’s hottest couple — the 1 Line and the 2 Line. 🚊🤝🚊💍
Roses are red, violets are blue… the 1 Line + 2 Line are finally meeting too! 🌹🚆 Simulated service, the final phase of testing before the opening of the Crosslake Connection, starts this Valentine’s Day. Learn more at the link in our bio!
reel icon Looking back at Wednesday’s ridership numbers 👀 Like or comment if you took transit to the parade! Video description: text on screen reads “Wednesday didn’t just break our daily ridership record. It blew it out of the water. Early estimates show more than 200,000 boardings on Link. That’s 100,000 more than this day last year. Sounder added more than 20,000 boardings, and many more took ST Express. As numbers continue to come in, we expect them to go up! Thank you, everyone!”
reel icon Next stop: date night 🚊💙 Start with art at @fosterwhitegallery, grab a snack at @goodbarseattle, take in the sights at Occidental Park, and wrap up with music at @benaroyahall - all easily accessible via Link light rail. Valentine’s Day plans? We’ve got you covered. Tap the link in our bio for the full itinerary and ride stress-free into your perfect night ✨ #SoundTransit #ValentinesDay #DateNight Video description: Two couples do a double date in downtown Seattle, visiting an art gallery, restaurant, park, and then riding from Pioneer Square to Symphony Station.
reel icon With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, we’re hoping to inspiring a little extra self-love this season. 💘 Self-care looks different for everyone — a yoga class, a walk in the park, trying a new hobby, or treating yourself to something sweet just for showing up and doing your best. ☕️🌳🎨 Hop on Link light rail and explore different neighborhoods along the 1 Line to discover a new third place, reset your routine, and connect with your community along the way. 🚊✨ Find more inspiration on the LifeSTyle blog at the link in our bio. 🔗 Don’t see your go-to spot? Be a good neighbor and tag or comment it below to help us share the love with your favorite local business. 📍❤️‍🔥
reel icon Get ready: simulated service for the Crosslake Connection begins Feb. 14 🚆🌊 Starting Saturday, 2 Line trains will operate the entire length of the route, and passengers will be able to ride trains on segments of the track that are currently open. That means:
- More frequent trains (every 4-5 minutes between Lynnwood City Center and International District/Chinatown stations) 
- Longer 2 Line hours (until midnight on the Eastside)
- Testing entering its final phase as we get ready to open! Heads up if you’re heading to the airport for the long weekend ✈️ Not every train at 1 Line stations will go to Sea-Tac during this phase. Here’s how to tell:
🟩 1 Line = green square + “Federal Way” (4-car trains — airport service)
🟦 2 Line = blue square + “International District/Chinatown” (2-car trains) Easy tip: Short train = short trip. Check your head sign and plan ahead before you go! 🎥: @henryonboard Video description: Sound Transit employee Henry explains how simulated service will affect your trip from Feb. 14 to March 28 (when the full 2 Line opens for passenger service). #SoundTransit #2Line #Crosslake
reel icon What a day to be a 12! 🏆 Seattle showed up for our world champions, and our Sound Transit team showed up to keep everyone moving. Thanks to all who rode with us to celebrate - go Hawks! 💚💙 Video description: Sound Transit CEO Dow Constantine thanks riders and Sound Transit staff and partners from International District/Chinatown Station on the day of the Seahawks victory parade.
reel icon This Valentines Day, we're doubling the number of trains between Lynnwood and International District/Chinatown. More trains to ride means more time together, and Snohomish County Executive and Sound Transit Board Chair Dave Somers and King County Executive and Sound Transit Boardmember Girmay Zahilay are counting down the days until Feb. 14. Click the link in our bio to learn more!
reel icon Seattle’s throwing a parade for our World Champions! 💚💙🏆 Heading downtown to celebrate? Transit is the best way to get there — just plan ahead. 🚆 Extra event service is running Wednesday, Feb. 11: • 1 Line trains will run every 6 minutes (7 a.m. – 6 p.m.) • Sounder adds special trips in addition to N Line & S Line service • Some bus routes will be rerouted near the parade ⚠️ Expect crowding and delays. Allow extra time and consider traveling earlier if you can. 🚲 Parking is expected to fill early. Use bikes, scooters, walking, or rideshare to connect to transit. Secure bike rooms and lockers are available at every station. 👉 Swipe for details + go to our website to plan your trip and sign up for rider alerts! #SoundTransit #Seahawks
reel icon Headed to the Seahawks victory parade? 🏈 Make transit part of your game plan! Lots will fill up early - check out our blog for pro tips on parking and easy transit connections (🔗 in bio). Be sure to plan your trip and sign up for rider alerts - some buses will be rerouted on Wednesday for the parade. Go Hawks! 💙💚 🎥: @henryonboard Video description: Sound Transit employee Henry explains the transit service and options for getting to downtown Seattle for this week’s trophy celebration and parade. #SoundTransit #Seahawks
reel icon Happy Blue Friday 12s 💙 Show your Seahawks pride today and plan ahead for the big game this Sunday. These sports bars near Link light rail stations make it easy to ride, cheer, and get home safely. Swipe to find a spot on your transit line, and find even more options on our LifeSTyle blog (link in bio!). #SoundTransit #LifeSTyle #GoHawks
reel icon Making Capitol Hill Station a better place to wait… for trains, not surprises from our feathered friends! Spot a mess that needs attention? Call or text our security line and let us know: 206-398-5268. 🎥: @henryonboard #SoundTransit Video description: Sound Transit employee Henry stands outside the Broadway entrance of Capitol Hill Station to explain how maintenance teams are managing messes created by birds.