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586 - Tacoma – University District
This route doesn't operate on July 12, 2025.
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Announcement
Ongoing
Starting Monday, May 5, construction inside Federal Way parking garage will necessitate closing the six ADA parking stalls on the first level for approximately four months.
In effect: May 5 - Sep. 5
Routes: 574, 577, 578 & 586
ADA parking will still be available within the garage on levels 2 through 5. On levels 2-4, there are five ADA parking stalls on each level, and three ADA parking stalls on level 5.
An additional 20 ADA parking stalls, including four van-accessible stalls, are in the new surface lot at the south end of the bus loop near the corner of S 320th St and 22nd Ave S. Drivers can access this lot from 22nd Ave S between S 319th St and S 320th St. This lot also contains ADA paratransit and general pick-up/drop-off locations.
For more information about ongoing construction at this station and the future Kent/Des Moines and Star Lake stations that will be served when the 1 Line extends to Federal Way (scheduled in 2026), visit the Federal Way Link Extension project web page and subscribe to project updates.
An additional 20 ADA parking stalls, including four van-accessible stalls, are in the new surface lot at the south end of the bus loop near the corner of S 320th St and 22nd Ave S. Drivers can access this lot from 22nd Ave S between S 319th St and S 320th St. This lot also contains ADA paratransit and general pick-up/drop-off locations.
For more information about ongoing construction at this station and the future Kent/Des Moines and Star Lake stations that will be served when the 1 Line extends to Federal Way (scheduled in 2026), visit the Federal Way Link Extension project web page and subscribe to project updates.
Announcement
Ongoing
The Federal Way Downtown Station Garage is experiencing a closure of the top level until further notice due to construction. All other levels of the garage will remain open during this time.
In effect: Sep. 12, 9:07 p.m.
Routes: 574, 577, 578 & 586
Operating hours
Weekday Only
Southbound
First trip: 3:06 p.m.
Last trip: 6:18 p.m.
Northbound
First trip: 5:10 a.m.
Last trip: 8:00 a.m.
Fares
- Adult (age 19-64)
$3.00 - 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.
Holiday schedule
- President's Day - Weekday
- Memorial Day - Sunday
- Juneteenth - Weekday
- Independence Day - Sunday
Lost and found
Pierce Transit operates this route and will most lost and found items for 14 days in the Customer Service Center (Bus Shop) at the Tacoma Dome Station.
You may find out if the Bus Shop has your item by:
- Calling customer service at 253-581-8000 or 800-562-8109, select option1, then option 2; weekdays, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- Visiting the Bus Shop at Tacoma Dome Station, 505 E. 25th St., Tacoma.; weekdays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Lost bicycles are held for approximately 10 days in a secured area at Pierce Transit Headquarters.
- When claiming a lost bike, pick up is at Pierce Transit Headquarters, located at 3701 96th St. SW in Lakewood, weekdays between 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.