The view of the Sound looking out over the football field at Stadium High School in Tacoma

Hilltop Tacoma Link

Ten things we love about Tacoma 

Inspired by the movie “10 Things I Hate About You”, which was filmed in Tacoma, here’s our list of the things we love the most about Tacoma.

Link trains at the South Bellevue Station on a sunny day, with trees and downtown Bellevue in the background
System Expansion

Get ready for new Link service on the Eastside next spring

We’re forging full steam ahead to launch 2 Line service between eight East Link Extension stations in spring 2024, followed by service to Lynnwood next fall.

A big group of passengers cross train tracks in Tacoma. Text reads 'connections' with the 'T' emphasized
Hilltop Tacoma Link

How to link up with the extended T Line

Seven new T Line stations are about to open - and we're excited to add even more connections to Tacoma's transit network!

New places to go in Tacoma with your ORCA card

The opening of the T Line extension earlier this week means more ways to get to more places in Tacoma!  ...

Take transit to the game!

Want a safe, reliable way to move around the region? Try taking transit - and it doesn't just have to be for your commute. ...

Working together on safety enhancements in the Rainier Valley

Whether you’re walking, rolling, biking, or driving, making sure you're safe around our light rail tracks is our number one priority. ...
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reel icon Ride Safe: Make the most important stop of your day. Trains can’t stop, but you can. Being safe around trains only takes a few seconds. Here are a few actionable items to do so you can stay out of harm’s way around Link, Sounder and T Line trains. 1) Look both ways Always expect a second train! Trains come from both directions, so always be alert to your surroundings. 2) Take crosswalks, not shortcuts Trains will always have the right of way, so pay attention to traffic signals. Do not walk around or under rail crossing gates—they’re diverting you for a reason. You may think you’ll have enough time to get across the tracks, but don’t leave it to guesswork. 3) Headphones off, screens down Being preoccupied near rail tracks never leads to a positive result. Put your phone away, so you can keep your mind present on where you are. 4) Stay behind the yellow line The yellow strip creates a boundary between the train and the station platform. Step back and look up, to make sure you’re at a safe distance from where the trains will be. Also, don’t run in this vicinity—you may think you’re fast, but trains are much faster. 5) Bike smart, ride safe. Watch Your Wheels Around Rails! Always remember to pay attention when cycling or scootering around train tracks. When riding across tracks, be sure you’re at a legal crossing, look both ways and cross the tracks carefully. Also, always cross tracks at a right angle (90 degrees) to avoid getting your tires stuck in the track. #RailSafetyWeek #StopTrackTragedies Video description: An ST employee stands on the platform at International District/Chinatown Station, pointing at the five safety tips in the video caption that pop up as text on the screen.
reel icon For track safety, we are raising awareness that trains come from both directions. People assume it’s okay to cross the tracks because one train has passed. If they are focused in one direction, they may not see the train coming from the opposite direction. Pavement signage alerts people that trains come from both directions and to look both ways. Sound Transit has installed the "Look" pavement signage at the Columbia City, Othello, and Rainier Beach street-level stations in collaboration with SDOT. Click the link in our bio to learn more. In addition to "Look Both Ways," remember these actionable items so you can stay out of harm’s way: Stay behind the yellow line at stations. Take crosswalks, not shortcuts. Cross tracks at a 90-degree angle when biking or rolling. Take headphones off and keep screens down around trains. Thank you for being safe! #RailSafetyWeek #STOPTrackTragedies
reel icon The expanded T Line is officially open! 🎉 Now entering Stadium District and the Hilltop community, there’s more to discover all along the line. Thanks to everyone who came out to celebrate with us, and to the partners who contributed to the success of the opening! #HelloTacoma
reel icon Welcome to Rail Safety Week 2023! Listen to these track safety tips from our Chief Safety Officer David Wright, and learn more at the link in our bio. According to @operation_lifesaver_inc, more than 2,100 people are injured or killed in crossing and trespassing incidents each year. Help us stop track tragedies by sharing these safety tips with your family and friends. #RailSafetyWeek #STOPTrackTragedies Video description: Clips of David Wright wearing a vest and helmet in Union Station, interspersed with graphics showing safe behaviors around tracks and trains.
reel icon T Line extension is officially up and running! What a great day to open more new service and see so many smiling faces on the trains. #HelloTacoma
reel icon Discover the expanded T Line, starting tomorrow! 🎉 We’re so excited to connect more people to more places in Tacoma, and to celebrate with the community! Joining us for the opening day festivities? Don’t forget to take a #HelloTacoma selfie! Learn more about the event at the link in our bio. Video description: Community members answer the question “What are you excited about with the new T Line extension?” with brightly colored backgrounds. #SoundTransit #Tacoma #TLine
reel icon "I think it's really important for people to see themselves in public art... We are a part of this bigger thing, and we're all connected through that." Learn more about the art pieces along the expanded T Line from artist and Tacoma native Kenji Stoll! And be sure to check them out on opening day this Saturday, Sept. 16. Head to the link in our bio for the details. Video description: Shots of Kenji Stoll interspersed with his art pieces, which were installed on top of the new T Line stations in Tacoma. He describes the pieces as "kind of 3-D puzzle expanded stars." #HelloTacoma #SoundTransit #PublicArt
reel icon A big Stride forward for transit! Yesterday, we celebrated the start of construction of the Stride bus rapid transit project and the NE 85th interchange with @wsdot, @kirklandgov and project partners! 🎉 Click the link in our bio to learn more about the benefits of bus rapid transit. Video description: Clips and animations with the following text: Construction of the Stride BRT project has begun. Stride is a 46 mile rapid bus network, connecting 12 cities from Lynnwood to Bellevue to Burien. On some routes bus travel times will be nearly cut in half. Stride will also connect commuters directly to our new regional light rail service. soundtransit.org/stride #Stride #SoundTransit #Bus
reel icon Discover. Scan. Win. Do you like trivia and solving riddles? How about riding on the new extended T Line? If so, you could win some really cool prizes like tickets to see PINK in concert at the Tacoma Dome, Tacoma Rainiers Club Seats, or an overnight stay at McMenamins. Just ride the entire T Line – from the Tacoma Dome all the way to St Joseph station, solve riddles, answer trivia, and explore local businesses to enter to win. Sound like fun? Learn how to participate at the link in our bio. #HelloTacoma #SoundTransit Video description: Photos of Tacoma attractions, prizes that can be won and an example of a QR code you can scan.
reel icon We 🧡 Tacoma, and soon, there will be one more thing to love… The extended T Line opens this Saturday, Sept. 16, at approximately 11 a.m.! Head to the link in our bio for our list of “10 Things We Love About Tacoma,” inspired by the famous movie filmed in the city. #HelloTacoma #SoundTransit Video description: Tacoma community members speak to the camera in front of brightly colored backgrounds.
reel icon Happy #BlueFriday, @12s! You can ride Sounder to the game this Sunday, and to many other events this fall. Taking the train is easy, just ask @blitztheseahawk! Click the link in our bio for more information on how to plan your trip, how to pay and how to ride safely. Video description: The Seahawks mascot, Blitz, helps to answer passenger questions about game trains by demonstrating how to use an ORCA card, how to stay behind the yellow line on platforms, and more. #KnowBeforeYouGo #Sports #SoundTransit
reel icon Happy Labor Day! Today and every day, we recognize and thank the dedicated and diverse workforce that is building the largest transit system expansion in the nation. Since last Labor Day, 8,109 workers have worked 3.6 million hours on Sound Transit projects. #LaborDay #SoundTransit #Construction Image description: A gallery of photos of workers in protective gear, including vests, hard hats and gloves, on construction sites.