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Get ready for traffic-free trips on the Eastside

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Get ready to ride: the 2 Line opens in less than two weeks!

With eight stations from South Bellevue to Redmond Technology, 2 Line trains will run every 10 minutes from 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., seven days a week.

Digital signs at South Bellevue Station show train arrival times as 5 minutes, 15 minutes and 25 minutes

The stations officially open after a ribbon cutting ceremony on April 27. Passengers will be welcomed onboard the new 2 Line for the very first time around 11 a.m.

Check out the full list of opening day events!

You can already see schedules in Sound Transit's trip planner and other tools like the Transit app. 

When the 2 Line opens, you'll be able to travel:

  • From South Bellevue to BelRed in 13 minutes.
  • From Redmond Technology Station to Downtown Bellevue in 13 minutes.
  • From Overlake Village to Spring District in 6 minutes.

The best part? These trips will be traffic-free, meaning you'll be able to plan your travel much more reliably. 

If you're looking for more information, check out the 2 Line schedule on our website. (Just make sure you select a travel time after 11 a.m. on April 27).

In addition to schedule and map information, here are a few more helpful links that will get you ready to ride:

We hope to see you on board on April 27 and beyond! 

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