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Federal Way Link

The ribbon is cut and confetti falls at the Federal Way opening

Discovering the South King Link with community and partners

By Henry Marshall

The opening day celebration for the 1 Line extension to Federal Way on Saturday, Dec. 6, was a full-day event!It kicked off … Read more
A hand holds an ORCA card up to a yellow tapper. The card says "Discover" and has other designs that commemorate the 1 Line extension to Federal Way

South King Link: How to ride and transfer

By Katie Metzger

The countdown is on — the 1 Line is about to extend with three new stations! The opening on Dec. 6 will bring fast, fre… Read more
Two people in protective gear smile for a photo on the Star Lake platform as a third person takes their photo

Art in motion: New public art welcomes riders along the 1 Line extension

By Katie Metzger

When the 1 Line opens to Federal Way on Dec. 6, riders will be greeted not just by new stations — but by vibrant, community-… Read more
An aerial shot of a four-car train on the elevated tracks heading to Federal Way

Building a greener future: Sustainability at our new South King County stations

By Katie Metzger

When you ride Link light rail, you’re already making a sustainable choice. Public transit offers a cleaner way to travel whi… Read more
A four-car train on the elevated alignment in South King County

Final testing underway for Federal Way Link Extension

By David Jackson

The Federal Way Link Extension is in the home stretch. For light rail transit that means simulated service, where trains wil… Read more