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Elevator and escalator outages
Elevator outage
Apr 9 - 8:52 a.m.
(updated: Apr 9 - 8:56 a.m.)
Link light rail
Both University Street Station elevators (surface street to mezzanine) out of service, due to refurbishing
Link riders requiring elevator service will need to board or exit at Westlake or Pioneer Square stations instead, and can travel via 3rd Av Metro bus routes to University Street Station.
Updates will be provided when available.
Your patience is appreciated.
Elevator outage
Jan 29 - 5:47 p.m.
Link light rail
University Street Station south mezzanine elevator to surface street
The University Street Station south mezzanine elevator to or from Seneca St is out of service until further notice, due to refurbishing.
Link riders requiring elevator service, use the elevators at the north end of the platform to access the mezzanine to surface elevator.
Intending Link riders requiring elevator service, use the surface elevator on 3rd Av at University St to access University Street Station.
We apologize for the inconvenience. Your patience is appreciated.
Elevator outage
Jan 30 - 5:33 p.m.
(updated: Apr 9 - 2:56 p.m.)
Link light rail, Sounder North & Sounder South
*This list is updated once every 24 hours, Monday through Friday, (except Holidays) and does not include short-term outages that may occur throughout the day. For notification of short-term elevator outages, subscribe to Accessibility Transit Alerts.
| Service | Station | Location | Reason | Estimated Return | Alternate Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Link | #303 - Westlake Station | Northbound Platform to Mezzanine | Refurbishment | TBD | Use elevator on the other end of this platform |
| Link | #506 - University Street Station | Southbound Platform to Mezzanine | Refurbishment | TBD | Use elevator on the other end of this platform |
| Link | #901 - International District Station | Northbound Platform to Plaza | Repair | TBD | Use elevator on the other end of this platform |
| Sounder | #3 - Kent Station | Parking Garage | Major Repair | April | Use elevator on the other end of this facility |
| Service | Station | Location | Reason | Estimated Return | Alternate Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Link | #301 - Westlake Station | Up, Platform to Mezzanine | Rebuild | TBD | Use stairs or escalator |
| Link | #306 - Westlake Station | Up, Mezzanine to Macy's | Major Repair | TBD | Use stairs or elevator |
| Link | #310 - Westlake Station | Down, Surface to Mid Macy's | Repair | TBD | Use stairs or elevator |
| Link | #505 - University Street Station | Up, Northbound, Mezzanine to Plaza | Repair | TBD | Use stairs or elevator |
| Link | #512 - University Street Station | Down, Southbound, Surface to Mezzanine | Repair | TBD | Use stairs or elevator |
| Link | #1 - Angle Lake Station | Station Access | Scheduled Maintenance | 4/17 | Use other escalators, elevator, or stairs |
| Link | #8 - Capitol Hill Station | Station Access | Scheduled Maintenance | 4/17 | Use other escalators, elevator, or stairs |
ST Express bus
Partial service
Mar 20 - 6:00 p.m.
(updated: Apr 8 - 2:12 p.m.)
Several Routes, Link light rail, Sounder North & Sounder South
Due to reduced staffing availability to operate service, Sound Transit will temporarily eliminate an additional one round-trip on Sounder South starting Wednesday, April 8. The further service reductions also reflect a 92 percent decline in ridership on Sounder. The new reduction follows reductions in Sounder service announced last month.
Sounder trains
Sounder South weekday service will be reduced to seven round trips. Train 1505 (7:55 a.m. southbound Seattle departure) and train 1518 (10:16 a.m. northbound Lakewood departure) will be removed from the schedule. The northbound trips previously canceled are the 1502, 1506 and 1508 departures from Lakewood, and the 1516 and 1522 departures from Tacoma. The canceled southbound trips are the 1503, 1509, 1517, 1519, and 1523 departures from Seattle.
Sounder North weekday service remains reduced from four round trips to two round trips, with cancellation of the 1701 and 1705 departures from Everett and the 1700 and 1704 departures from Seattle.
Riders will find more information on the specific trips canceled at https://www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us/changes-affect-my-ride/reduced-service
Sound Transit would like to remind our riders that the Sound Transit Security Desk is staffed 24/7. If you ever see anything unsanitary or have public safety concerns on-board or at a station, send a text to: 206-398-5268. In an emergency, always call 911.
Previously announced service reductions include:
Reductions to Link light rail
Trains will run every 20 minutes. A revised schedule is posted online at https://www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us/changes-affect-my-ride/reduced-service.
Reductions to ST Express routes operated by Pierce Transit
ST Express routes 560, 566, 574, 577, 578, 590, and 594 will run at reduced frequency similar to typical Sunday schedules, with some enhancements. In order to preserve service on more heavily traveled routes, ST Express routes 544, 567, 580/596 (Sounder connectors), 586, 592, and 595 have been temporarily canceled.
Reductions to ST Express routes operated by King County Metro
ST Express routes 522, 542, 545, and 550, are operating on a reduced schedule with cuts to some trips. ST Express Route 554 is operating with close to full service with only two trips reduced. ST Express routes 541, 555 and 556 have been temporarily canceled.
Reductions to ST Express routes operated by Community Transit
ST Express routes 510, 511, 512, 513, 532 and 535 are running on a reduced weekday schedule that preserves the overall span of service but at a reduced frequency for select trips.
Riders will find more information on the specific trips cancelled at https://www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us/changes-affect-my-ride/reduced-service
During the COVID-19 response riders should take into account that electronic resources such as Google maps, One Bus Away and other applications and websites may not have accurate information for all trips, including service reductions affecting other agencies.
The service reductions still allow for adequate social distancing to protect riders and operators. To prevent overcrowding, bus drivers may determine that a bus is full and not allow for additional passengers. Sound Transit will be monitoring the latest service changes to see if any additional measures are necessary to mitigate the impact to passengers.
Sound Transit remains committed to working closely with its partners to continue serving the public. Efforts will continue to prioritize serving riders who depend on Sound Transit’s services, including seniors, people with disabilities, Title VI protected populations (race, color, national origin), low-income and limited-English-proficiency populations. To the greatest extent possible, we will continue to run trains and buses at our earliest and latest normal weekday hours. At this time normal service will continue on Tacoma Link.
Sound Transit has suspended fare requirements on all buses and trains until further notice to help protect transit employees and riders through social distancing. In addition, ST Express passengers will board and exit buses through rear doors whenever possible, increasing separation from operators whose dedication enables Sound Transit to continue service. People with disabilities who need to use the boarding ramp or the lowering feature of the bus may still board via the front door and use the priority seating area.
Riders should sign up for service alerts to ensure that they receive up-to-date information about service changes, or visit www.soundtransit.org. The language line 1-800-823-9230 is available to provide translation assistance for limited English proficiency persons.
Canceled
Apr 3 - 2:02 p.m.
Routes 541, 544, 555, 556, 567, 580, 586, 592, 595 & 596
Due to reduced staffing availability to operate service, Sound Transit will introduce additional service reductions on ST Express routes operated by Pierce Transit and King County Metro starting Monday, April 6.
In order to preserve service on more heavily traveled routes, ST Express routes 541, 544, 555, 556, 567, 580/596 (Sounder connectors), 586, 592, and 595 have been temporarily canceled.
Sound Transit remains committed to working closely with its partners to continue serving the public. Efforts will continue to prioritize serving riders who depend on Sound Transit’s services, including seniors, people with disabilities, Title VI protected populations (race, color, national origin), low-income and limited-English-proficiency populations. To the greatest extent possible, we will continue to run trains and buses at our earliest and latest normal weekday hours. At this time normal service will continue on Tacoma Link light rail.
Routes 510, 511, 512, 513, 522, 532, 535, 542, 545, 550, 560, 566, 574, 577, 578, 590, and 594 are operating on reduced schedules. Please find more information on the specific trips canceled at https://www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us/changes-affect-my-ride/reduced-service
and via text and/or email service alerts.
Announcement
Apr 6 - 1:47 p.m.
Routes 510, 511, 512 & 513
The Northgate Link Extension adds three new Link light rail stations at Northgate, Roosevelt and the U District. When these new stations open in 2021, you’ll enjoy fast, reliable service to downtown Seattle, the University of Washington, Sea-Tac Airport and many more destinations around the region.
In late 2019, Sound Transit and Community Transit asked you to weigh in on our ideas for rerouting some buses to connect Snohomish County riders to Link at Northgate starting in 2021.
We updated our service proposal based on your feedback, and we’d like to hear from you again by May 6, 2020, at Northgate.participate.online.
For more information:
Email us servicechanges@soundtransit.org
Call us 1-888-889-6368/ TTY Relay: 711
ST Express routes 566 & 567 are unable to serve the stops at Central Ave N & 228th St in Kent until further notice.
Announcement
Feb 3 - 10:02 a.m.
(updated: Feb 13 - 3:58 p.m.)
Route 522
Connecting ST Express Route 522 buses to Link light rail in 2021
The Northgate Link Extension adds three new Link light rail stations at Northgate, Roosevelt and the U District. When these new stations open in 2021, bus riders will be able to connect to Link and enjoy fast, reliable service to downtown Seattle, the University of Washington, Sea-Tac Airport and many more destinations around the region.
Sound Transit and King County Metro are considering rerouting the 522 and 312 to Roosevelt Station so riders can transfer to Link and take advantage of this new transit option. There’s room for change as we redesign bus routes, and we want your feedback! Check out the Sound Transit project page here, and click here to go directly to the survey.
If you have questions, please contact: servicechanges@soundtransit.org
Link light rail
Partial service
Mar 20 - 6:00 p.m.
(updated: Apr 8 - 2:12 p.m.)
Several Routes, Link light rail, Sounder North & Sounder South
Due to reduced staffing availability to operate service, Sound Transit will temporarily eliminate an additional one round-trip on Sounder South starting Wednesday, April 8. The further service reductions also reflect a 92 percent decline in ridership on Sounder. The new reduction follows reductions in Sounder service announced last month.
Sounder trains
Sounder South weekday service will be reduced to seven round trips. Train 1505 (7:55 a.m. southbound Seattle departure) and train 1518 (10:16 a.m. northbound Lakewood departure) will be removed from the schedule. The northbound trips previously canceled are the 1502, 1506 and 1508 departures from Lakewood, and the 1516 and 1522 departures from Tacoma. The canceled southbound trips are the 1503, 1509, 1517, 1519, and 1523 departures from Seattle.
Sounder North weekday service remains reduced from four round trips to two round trips, with cancellation of the 1701 and 1705 departures from Everett and the 1700 and 1704 departures from Seattle.
Riders will find more information on the specific trips canceled at https://www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us/changes-affect-my-ride/reduced-service
Sound Transit would like to remind our riders that the Sound Transit Security Desk is staffed 24/7. If you ever see anything unsanitary or have public safety concerns on-board or at a station, send a text to: 206-398-5268. In an emergency, always call 911.
Previously announced service reductions include:
Reductions to Link light rail
Trains will run every 20 minutes. A revised schedule is posted online at https://www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us/changes-affect-my-ride/reduced-service.
Reductions to ST Express routes operated by Pierce Transit
ST Express routes 560, 566, 574, 577, 578, 590, and 594 will run at reduced frequency similar to typical Sunday schedules, with some enhancements. In order to preserve service on more heavily traveled routes, ST Express routes 544, 567, 580/596 (Sounder connectors), 586, 592, and 595 have been temporarily canceled.
Reductions to ST Express routes operated by King County Metro
ST Express routes 522, 542, 545, and 550, are operating on a reduced schedule with cuts to some trips. ST Express Route 554 is operating with close to full service with only two trips reduced. ST Express routes 541, 555 and 556 have been temporarily canceled.
Reductions to ST Express routes operated by Community Transit
ST Express routes 510, 511, 512, 513, 532 and 535 are running on a reduced weekday schedule that preserves the overall span of service but at a reduced frequency for select trips.
Riders will find more information on the specific trips cancelled at https://www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us/changes-affect-my-ride/reduced-service
During the COVID-19 response riders should take into account that electronic resources such as Google maps, One Bus Away and other applications and websites may not have accurate information for all trips, including service reductions affecting other agencies.
The service reductions still allow for adequate social distancing to protect riders and operators. To prevent overcrowding, bus drivers may determine that a bus is full and not allow for additional passengers. Sound Transit will be monitoring the latest service changes to see if any additional measures are necessary to mitigate the impact to passengers.
Sound Transit remains committed to working closely with its partners to continue serving the public. Efforts will continue to prioritize serving riders who depend on Sound Transit’s services, including seniors, people with disabilities, Title VI protected populations (race, color, national origin), low-income and limited-English-proficiency populations. To the greatest extent possible, we will continue to run trains and buses at our earliest and latest normal weekday hours. At this time normal service will continue on Tacoma Link.
Sound Transit has suspended fare requirements on all buses and trains until further notice to help protect transit employees and riders through social distancing. In addition, ST Express passengers will board and exit buses through rear doors whenever possible, increasing separation from operators whose dedication enables Sound Transit to continue service. People with disabilities who need to use the boarding ramp or the lowering feature of the bus may still board via the front door and use the priority seating area.
Riders should sign up for service alerts to ensure that they receive up-to-date information about service changes, or visit www.soundtransit.org. The language line 1-800-823-9230 is available to provide translation assistance for limited English proficiency persons.
Elevator outage
Apr 9 - 8:52 a.m.
(updated: Apr 9 - 8:56 a.m.)
Link light rail
Link riders requiring elevator service will need to board or exit at Westlake or Pioneer Square stations instead, and can travel via 3rd Av Metro bus routes to University Street Station.
Updates will be provided when available.
Your patience is appreciated.
Announcement
Mar 18 - 8:01 p.m.
Link light rail
The overflow parking facility at SeaTac Center located across from the Tukwila International Boulevard Station has permanently closed effective immediately.
The main parking facilities at Tukwila International Boulevard Station remain open.
Elevator outage
Jan 29 - 5:47 p.m.
Link light rail
University Street Station south mezzanine elevator to surface street
The University Street Station south mezzanine elevator to or from Seneca St is out of service until further notice, due to refurbishing.
Link riders requiring elevator service, use the elevators at the north end of the platform to access the mezzanine to surface elevator.
Intending Link riders requiring elevator service, use the surface elevator on 3rd Av at University St to access University Street Station.
We apologize for the inconvenience. Your patience is appreciated.
Elevator outage
Jan 30 - 5:33 p.m.
(updated: Apr 9 - 2:56 p.m.)
Link light rail, Sounder North & Sounder South
*This list is updated once every 24 hours, Monday through Friday, (except Holidays) and does not include short-term outages that may occur throughout the day. For notification of short-term elevator outages, subscribe to Accessibility Transit Alerts.
| Service | Station | Location | Reason | Estimated Return | Alternate Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Link | #303 - Westlake Station | Northbound Platform to Mezzanine | Refurbishment | TBD | Use elevator on the other end of this platform |
| Link | #506 - University Street Station | Southbound Platform to Mezzanine | Refurbishment | TBD | Use elevator on the other end of this platform |
| Link | #901 - International District Station | Northbound Platform to Plaza | Repair | TBD | Use elevator on the other end of this platform |
| Sounder | #3 - Kent Station | Parking Garage | Major Repair | April | Use elevator on the other end of this facility |
| Service | Station | Location | Reason | Estimated Return | Alternate Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Link | #301 - Westlake Station | Up, Platform to Mezzanine | Rebuild | TBD | Use stairs or escalator |
| Link | #306 - Westlake Station | Up, Mezzanine to Macy's | Major Repair | TBD | Use stairs or elevator |
| Link | #310 - Westlake Station | Down, Surface to Mid Macy's | Repair | TBD | Use stairs or elevator |
| Link | #505 - University Street Station | Up, Northbound, Mezzanine to Plaza | Repair | TBD | Use stairs or elevator |
| Link | #512 - University Street Station | Down, Southbound, Surface to Mezzanine | Repair | TBD | Use stairs or elevator |
| Link | #1 - Angle Lake Station | Station Access | Scheduled Maintenance | 4/17 | Use other escalators, elevator, or stairs |
| Link | #8 - Capitol Hill Station | Station Access | Scheduled Maintenance | 4/17 | Use other escalators, elevator, or stairs |
Announcement
Mar 25 - 11:37 a.m.
(updated: Mar 27 - 6:13 p.m.)
Tacoma Link light rail
Sound Transit would like to remind our riders that the Sound Transit Security Desk is staffed 24/7. If you ever see anything unsanitary or have public safety concerns on board or at a station, send a text to: 206-398-5268. In an emergency, always call 911.
Sounder train
Partial service
Mar 20 - 6:00 p.m.
(updated: Apr 8 - 2:12 p.m.)
Several Routes, Link light rail, Sounder North & Sounder South
Due to reduced staffing availability to operate service, Sound Transit will temporarily eliminate an additional one round-trip on Sounder South starting Wednesday, April 8. The further service reductions also reflect a 92 percent decline in ridership on Sounder. The new reduction follows reductions in Sounder service announced last month.
Sounder trains
Sounder South weekday service will be reduced to seven round trips. Train 1505 (7:55 a.m. southbound Seattle departure) and train 1518 (10:16 a.m. northbound Lakewood departure) will be removed from the schedule. The northbound trips previously canceled are the 1502, 1506 and 1508 departures from Lakewood, and the 1516 and 1522 departures from Tacoma. The canceled southbound trips are the 1503, 1509, 1517, 1519, and 1523 departures from Seattle.
Sounder North weekday service remains reduced from four round trips to two round trips, with cancellation of the 1701 and 1705 departures from Everett and the 1700 and 1704 departures from Seattle.
Riders will find more information on the specific trips canceled at https://www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us/changes-affect-my-ride/reduced-service
Sound Transit would like to remind our riders that the Sound Transit Security Desk is staffed 24/7. If you ever see anything unsanitary or have public safety concerns on-board or at a station, send a text to: 206-398-5268. In an emergency, always call 911.
Previously announced service reductions include:
Reductions to Link light rail
Trains will run every 20 minutes. A revised schedule is posted online at https://www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us/changes-affect-my-ride/reduced-service.
Reductions to ST Express routes operated by Pierce Transit
ST Express routes 560, 566, 574, 577, 578, 590, and 594 will run at reduced frequency similar to typical Sunday schedules, with some enhancements. In order to preserve service on more heavily traveled routes, ST Express routes 544, 567, 580/596 (Sounder connectors), 586, 592, and 595 have been temporarily canceled.
Reductions to ST Express routes operated by King County Metro
ST Express routes 522, 542, 545, and 550, are operating on a reduced schedule with cuts to some trips. ST Express Route 554 is operating with close to full service with only two trips reduced. ST Express routes 541, 555 and 556 have been temporarily canceled.
Reductions to ST Express routes operated by Community Transit
ST Express routes 510, 511, 512, 513, 532 and 535 are running on a reduced weekday schedule that preserves the overall span of service but at a reduced frequency for select trips.
Riders will find more information on the specific trips cancelled at https://www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us/changes-affect-my-ride/reduced-service
During the COVID-19 response riders should take into account that electronic resources such as Google maps, One Bus Away and other applications and websites may not have accurate information for all trips, including service reductions affecting other agencies.
The service reductions still allow for adequate social distancing to protect riders and operators. To prevent overcrowding, bus drivers may determine that a bus is full and not allow for additional passengers. Sound Transit will be monitoring the latest service changes to see if any additional measures are necessary to mitigate the impact to passengers.
Sound Transit remains committed to working closely with its partners to continue serving the public. Efforts will continue to prioritize serving riders who depend on Sound Transit’s services, including seniors, people with disabilities, Title VI protected populations (race, color, national origin), low-income and limited-English-proficiency populations. To the greatest extent possible, we will continue to run trains and buses at our earliest and latest normal weekday hours. At this time normal service will continue on Tacoma Link.
Sound Transit has suspended fare requirements on all buses and trains until further notice to help protect transit employees and riders through social distancing. In addition, ST Express passengers will board and exit buses through rear doors whenever possible, increasing separation from operators whose dedication enables Sound Transit to continue service. People with disabilities who need to use the boarding ramp or the lowering feature of the bus may still board via the front door and use the priority seating area.
Riders should sign up for service alerts to ensure that they receive up-to-date information about service changes, or visit www.soundtransit.org. The language line 1-800-823-9230 is available to provide translation assistance for limited English proficiency persons.
Elevator outage
Jan 30 - 5:33 p.m.
(updated: Apr 9 - 2:56 p.m.)
Link light rail, Sounder North & Sounder South
*This list is updated once every 24 hours, Monday through Friday, (except Holidays) and does not include short-term outages that may occur throughout the day. For notification of short-term elevator outages, subscribe to Accessibility Transit Alerts.
| Service | Station | Location | Reason | Estimated Return | Alternate Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Link | #303 - Westlake Station | Northbound Platform to Mezzanine | Refurbishment | TBD | Use elevator on the other end of this platform |
| Link | #506 - University Street Station | Southbound Platform to Mezzanine | Refurbishment | TBD | Use elevator on the other end of this platform |
| Link | #901 - International District Station | Northbound Platform to Plaza | Repair | TBD | Use elevator on the other end of this platform |
| Sounder | #3 - Kent Station | Parking Garage | Major Repair | April | Use elevator on the other end of this facility |
| Service | Station | Location | Reason | Estimated Return | Alternate Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Link | #301 - Westlake Station | Up, Platform to Mezzanine | Rebuild | TBD | Use stairs or escalator |
| Link | #306 - Westlake Station | Up, Mezzanine to Macy's | Major Repair | TBD | Use stairs or elevator |
| Link | #310 - Westlake Station | Down, Surface to Mid Macy's | Repair | TBD | Use stairs or elevator |
| Link | #505 - University Street Station | Up, Northbound, Mezzanine to Plaza | Repair | TBD | Use stairs or elevator |
| Link | #512 - University Street Station | Down, Southbound, Surface to Mezzanine | Repair | TBD | Use stairs or elevator |
| Link | #1 - Angle Lake Station | Station Access | Scheduled Maintenance | 4/17 | Use other escalators, elevator, or stairs |
| Link | #8 - Capitol Hill Station | Station Access | Scheduled Maintenance | 4/17 | Use other escalators, elevator, or stairs |
Other
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