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Elevator and escalator outages
Tukwila Int'l Blvd all elevators unavailable until further notice
If traveling toward Tukwila Int'l Blvd from Angle Lake or SeaTac/Airport stations, do not board the 1 Line. Instead, ride the Rapid Ride A Line from either Angle Lake Station (Int'l Blvd. & S. 200th St) or SeaTac/Airport Station (Int'l Blvd. And S. 176th St) to reach Tukwila Int'l Blvd. Station.
If already onboard a Northgate train, continue to Rainier Beach Station, transfer to an Angle Lake train, exit at SeaTac/Airport Station, use the skybridge across Int'l Blvd, and board the Rapid Ride A Line to return to Tukwila Int'l Blvd. Station.
If traveling toward Angle Lake, continue to SeaTac/Airport Station, use the skybridge across Int'l Blvd, and board the Rapid Ride A Line to return to Tukwila Int'l Blvd. Station. To board, ride the RapidRide A Line from Bay 1 to International Blvd & South 176th, cross International Blvd and then use the skybridge to get to the SeaTac/Airport Station to transfer to the 1 Line.
Last updated: Aug 15, 2022 11:04 PM
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.
Both South Bellevue Park & Ride garage elevators (#1 & #2) are out of service.
Elevator outage
Nov 2 - 1:59 p.m.
(updated: Aug 18 - 12:02 p.m.)
*This outage 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. Short-term outage alerts can be found on our Service alerts page. To receive real-time notifications of short-term outages, subscribe to Accessibility Transit Alerts.
Elevators Outages
| Service | Station | Location | Reason | Estimated Return | Alternate Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Link | University of Washington Station | #002 - Station Access | Mechanical | Tentative 8/18 | Use stairs or escalator |
| Link | University of Washington Station | #004 - Station Access | Entrapment / Misuse | Tentative 8/18 | Use stairs or escalator |
| Link | Westlake Station | #301 - Station Access | Misuse | TBD | Use stairs or escalator |
| Link | Westlake Station | #307 - Station Access | Mechanical | Tentative 8/24 | Use stairs or escalator |
| Link | University Street Station | #506 - Station Access | Mechanical | Tentative 1/15/23 | Use stairs or escalator |
| Link | Beacon Hill Station | #001 - Station Access | Mechanical | Tentative 8/23 | Use stairs or escalator |
| ST Express | South Bellevue Garage | #001 - Station Access | Mechanical | TBD | Use stairs or escalator |
Escalators Outages
| Station | Location | Reason | Estimated Return | Alternate Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westlake Station | #302 - Station Access | Scheduled Maintenance | Tentative 9/19 | Use stairs or elevator |
| Westlake Station | #304 - Station Access | Mechanical | Tentative 9/19 | Use stairs or elevator |
| Westlake Station | #305 - Station Access | TBD | TBD | Use stairs or elevator |
| Westlake Station | #307 - Station Access | Mechanical | Tentative 10/3 | Use stairs or elevator |
| Westlake Station | #309 - Station Access | Environmental | Tentative 8/17 | Use stairs or elevator |
| University Street Station | #504 - Station Access | Scheduled Maintenance | Tentative 8/17 | Use stairs or elevator |
| Pioneer Square Station | #705 - Station Access | Mechanical | Tentative 9/15 | Use stairs or elevator |
| Pioneer Square Station | #706 - Station Access | TBD | TBD | Use stairs or elevator |
| International District / Chinatown Station | #902 - Station Access | Environmental | Tentative 1/15/23 | Use stairs or elevator |
| International District / Chinatown Station | #904 - Station Access | Environmental | Tentative 1/15/23 | Use stairs or elevator |
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.
ST Express bus
Reroute
Jul 22 - 6:00 p.m.
(updated: Aug 15 - 7:02 p.m.)
SR-520 & NE 40th St | Westbound | Overnight | 8/15 - 8/19
Routes 542 & 545
ST Express routes 542 & 545 will be on an overnight reroute westbound at SR-520 & NE 40th St from Monday, August 15 through Friday, August 19. This reroute will be in effect between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. due to construction activity.
Start and end times for this event may be subject to change.
ST Express 542 / 545 – Westbound to University District / Seattle
[10:00 p.m. - 5:00 a.m.]
Missed stops:
- SR-520 & NE 40th St
Use stops:
- SR-520 & NE 51st St
- NE 40 St & 152nd Ave NE
ST Express 542 / 545 – Eastbound to Redmond
Missed stops:
- None
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.
Stop closure
Aug 1 - 5:02 a.m.
(updated: Aug 1 - 5:19 a.m.)
Bus stop closure at 10th & Commerce from 8/1 to 9/17
Routes 590 & 594
ST Express routes 590 and 594 will not be serving the bus stop at 10th & Commerce from Monday, 8/1 through Saturday, 9/17, due to construction.
Missed stop:
- S 10th St & Commerce St
Use temporary stop:
- Market St between S 11th St & S 13th St
Both South Bellevue Park & Ride garage elevators (#1 & #2) are out of service.
Reroute
Mar 22 - 6:15 p.m.
(updated: May 12 - 5:05 p.m.)
Downtown Bothell | Eastbound | Main St
Route 522
UPDATE (4/29): ST Express Route 522 is on a long term reroute in downtown Bothell.
ST Express 522 – Westbound to Seattle
Missed stops:
- None
ST Express 522 – Eastbound to Woodinville
Missed stops:
- Main St & 103rd Ave NE
Use stops:
- Old Bothell Way NE & 98th Ave NE
- Beardslee Boulevard & Sunrise Dr
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.
Reroute
Apr 28 - 6:12 p.m.
(updated: May 12 - 5:05 p.m.)
Redmond Technology Station | Service Revisions
Routes 545 & 566
ST Express routes 545 & 566 will be on a reroute beginning Wednesday, April 29th until further notice due to construction activity at the Redmond Technology Station.
Start and end times for this event are subject to change.
ST Express 545 – Westbound to Seattle
Missed stops:
- Redmond Technology Station – Bay 4
Use stops:
- SR-520 & NE 40th ST
ST Express 545 – Eastbound to Redmond
Missed stops:
- None
ST Express 566 – Northbound to Redmond Technology Station
Missed stops:
- None
ST Express 566 – Southbound to Auburn
Missed stops:
- 156th Ave NE & NE 40th St
- Redmond Technology Station - Bay 4
Use stops:
- Redmond Technology Station - Bay 8
*ST Express 567 remains suspended due to COVID-19 related service reductions.
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.
Announcement
May 16 - 6:39 a.m.
(updated: Aug 1 - 1:41 p.m.)
Several Routes, 1 Line, N Line, S Line & T Line
Starting May 16, 2022 through the end of September 2022, the ORCA system will be going through an upgrade. During the transition customers may experience value load delays at retail locations and card outages at vending machines. For the latest news and updates on ORCA visit myORCA.com
Vending machines may be temporarily sold out of ORCA cards during transition
- This issue only effects customers that do not already have an ORCA card. Vending machines will continue to reload all card types with money and passes
- Customers can also order a card at myORCA.com. Please note online orders may take longer than the typical 5-7 business day delivery time
- If you have a card already, please keep using it, it will continue to work indefinitely. The new card design is not being sold during transition
- In locations with more than one machine, customers who need a card are encouraged to try another machine
Customers can use other payment methods
Other options if a vending machine is sold out of cards include:
- Paying with cash
- Using the Transit GO Ticket app
- Purchasing a paper ticket (if you are using Sound Transit Link light rail or Sounder)
What you need to know
- You do not need a new card. All cards will work indefinitely. The new card design is not being sold during transition
- Retail stores will only load E-purse value and no longer sell passes. You can convert E-purse value to a pass at myORCA.com, with the mobile app, at vending machines or visiting customer service
- While technology is updated, all value loaded at a retail store location will experience a one-hour delay before it is available for use
- All customers who had an account at orcacard.com will need to set up a new account at myORCA.com or with the myORCA app. We encourage all riders to set up an account, however it is not required to use ORCA
- All ORCA Autoloads have expired. Set-up your Autoload again at myORCA.com
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.
Announcement
May 31 - 4:57 p.m.
Plan ahead for upcoming 1 Line maintenance
Routes 511, 512, 513, 522 & 1 Line
Sound Transit is getting ready for the 33 miles of Link extensions coming over the next three years! In addition to construction on the extensions, we are also making sure that our existing operations are in top condition as we prepare to tie the new extensions into our current Link system.
Starting in July 2022 through early 2023, 1 Line will be experiencing a series of construction and maintenance activities that will help us prepare for the transformative changes ahead.
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.
Stop closure
Mar 13 - 1:58 p.m.
(updated: May 12 - 5:04 p.m.)
Stop Closure | Central Ave N & 228th St
Route 566
ST Express routes 566 & 567* are unable to serve the stops at Central Ave N & 228th St in Kent until further notice.
*ST Express 567 remains suspended due to COVID-19 related service reductions.
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.
Link light rail
T Line will be shut down August 1 to September 16 due to construction activity.
The closure will begin at 5 a.m. on Monday, August 1, and continue until 10 p.m. on Friday, September 16. During this time, free shuttle buses will serve all T Line stations between the Tacoma Dome and Theater District at bus stops along Pacific Ave and S 25th St.
Please look for signs to the nearest T Line Shuttle bus stops and for “T Line Closure” on the bus destination signage. During busy times, T Line employees will be available at the T Line Shuttle stops to direct and assist riders.
Shuttle buses will run on the same schedule as the T Line.
- Weekdays: Every 12 minutes midday (6:36 a.m.-8 p.m.) and every 24 minutes early morning (5-6:36 a.m.) and evening (8-10 p.m.)
- Saturdays: Every 12 minutes all day (7:48 a.m.-10 p.m.)
- Sundays: Every 24 minutes all day (9:48 a.m.-6 p.m.)
T Line Shuttle stop locations are listed below:
- Theater District Station: S 9th St between Pacific Ave & Court A
- Commerce St Station: Pacific Ave & S 11th St
- Convention Center Station: Pacific Ave & S 14th St
- Union Station:
- northbound - Pacific Ave & S 19th St - Union Station
- southbound - Pacific Ave & S 19th - UW Steps
- S 25th St Station:
- northbound - S 25th St west of A St
- southbound - S 25th St east of A St
- Tacoma Dome Station: Tacoma Dome Station Zone G
Please plan ahead and allow extra time for trips.
For more information, please visit: SoundTransit.org/Changes
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.
Tukwila Int'l Blvd all elevators unavailable until further notice
If traveling toward Tukwila Int'l Blvd from Angle Lake or SeaTac/Airport stations, do not board the 1 Line. Instead, ride the Rapid Ride A Line from either Angle Lake Station (Int'l Blvd. & S. 200th St) or SeaTac/Airport Station (Int'l Blvd. And S. 176th St) to reach Tukwila Int'l Blvd. Station.
If already onboard a Northgate train, continue to Rainier Beach Station, transfer to an Angle Lake train, exit at SeaTac/Airport Station, use the skybridge across Int'l Blvd, and board the Rapid Ride A Line to return to Tukwila Int'l Blvd. Station.
If traveling toward Angle Lake, continue to SeaTac/Airport Station, use the skybridge across Int'l Blvd, and board the Rapid Ride A Line to return to Tukwila Int'l Blvd. Station. To board, ride the RapidRide A Line from Bay 1 to International Blvd & South 176th, cross International Blvd and then use the skybridge to get to the SeaTac/Airport Station to transfer to the 1 Line.
Last updated: Aug 15, 2022 11:04 PM
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.
Announcement
May 16 - 6:39 a.m.
(updated: Aug 1 - 1:41 p.m.)
Several Routes, 1 Line, N Line, S Line & T Line
Starting May 16, 2022 through the end of September 2022, the ORCA system will be going through an upgrade. During the transition customers may experience value load delays at retail locations and card outages at vending machines. For the latest news and updates on ORCA visit myORCA.com
Vending machines may be temporarily sold out of ORCA cards during transition
- This issue only effects customers that do not already have an ORCA card. Vending machines will continue to reload all card types with money and passes
- Customers can also order a card at myORCA.com. Please note online orders may take longer than the typical 5-7 business day delivery time
- If you have a card already, please keep using it, it will continue to work indefinitely. The new card design is not being sold during transition
- In locations with more than one machine, customers who need a card are encouraged to try another machine
Customers can use other payment methods
Other options if a vending machine is sold out of cards include:
- Paying with cash
- Using the Transit GO Ticket app
- Purchasing a paper ticket (if you are using Sound Transit Link light rail or Sounder)
What you need to know
- You do not need a new card. All cards will work indefinitely. The new card design is not being sold during transition
- Retail stores will only load E-purse value and no longer sell passes. You can convert E-purse value to a pass at myORCA.com, with the mobile app, at vending machines or visiting customer service
- While technology is updated, all value loaded at a retail store location will experience a one-hour delay before it is available for use
- All customers who had an account at orcacard.com will need to set up a new account at myORCA.com or with the myORCA app. We encourage all riders to set up an account, however it is not required to use ORCA
- All ORCA Autoloads have expired. Set-up your Autoload again at myORCA.com
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.
Announcement
May 31 - 4:57 p.m.
Plan ahead for upcoming 1 Line maintenance
Routes 511, 512, 513, 522 & 1 Line
Sound Transit is getting ready for the 33 miles of Link extensions coming over the next three years! In addition to construction on the extensions, we are also making sure that our existing operations are in top condition as we prepare to tie the new extensions into our current Link system.
Starting in July 2022 through early 2023, 1 Line will be experiencing a series of construction and maintenance activities that will help us prepare for the transformative changes ahead.
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.
Sounder train
Announcement
Jul 25 - 5:15 p.m.
(updated: Jul 25 - 5:52 p.m.)
The south facing stairwell at King Street Station is closed until further notice due construction activity.
Please use the north facing stairs on the pedestrian bridge or the entrance near 4th Ave & S Jackson St for access to and from the platform.
For further assistance, please contact a station agent or security officer.
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.
Announcement
May 16 - 6:39 a.m.
(updated: Aug 1 - 1:41 p.m.)
Several Routes, 1 Line, N Line, S Line & T Line
Starting May 16, 2022 through the end of September 2022, the ORCA system will be going through an upgrade. During the transition customers may experience value load delays at retail locations and card outages at vending machines. For the latest news and updates on ORCA visit myORCA.com
Vending machines may be temporarily sold out of ORCA cards during transition
- This issue only effects customers that do not already have an ORCA card. Vending machines will continue to reload all card types with money and passes
- Customers can also order a card at myORCA.com. Please note online orders may take longer than the typical 5-7 business day delivery time
- If you have a card already, please keep using it, it will continue to work indefinitely. The new card design is not being sold during transition
- In locations with more than one machine, customers who need a card are encouraged to try another machine
Customers can use other payment methods
Other options if a vending machine is sold out of cards include:
- Paying with cash
- Using the Transit GO Ticket app
- Purchasing a paper ticket (if you are using Sound Transit Link light rail or Sounder)
What you need to know
- You do not need a new card. All cards will work indefinitely. The new card design is not being sold during transition
- Retail stores will only load E-purse value and no longer sell passes. You can convert E-purse value to a pass at myORCA.com, with the mobile app, at vending machines or visiting customer service
- While technology is updated, all value loaded at a retail store location will experience a one-hour delay before it is available for use
- All customers who had an account at orcacard.com will need to set up a new account at myORCA.com or with the myORCA app. We encourage all riders to set up an account, however it is not required to use ORCA
- All ORCA Autoloads have expired. Set-up your Autoload again at myORCA.com
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.
Announcement
Jun 7 - 7:43 p.m.
(updated: Jul 27 - 5:19 p.m.)
The top two levels of the parking garage at Auburn Station are closed until further notice due to maintenance activities.
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.
Announcement
Aug 23 - 1:56 p.m.
(updated: May 12 - 4:59 p.m.)
Temporary Sounder Bike Restriction
N Line & S Line
Due to safety concerns, bicycles are restricted on certain Sounder cars until further notice. We have posted “No Bike” signs on these cars to identify them for passengers traveling with bikes.
Only one car per train is affected and all other cars will continue to accept up to four bicycles each. Should you approach a Sounder car that displays the “No Bike” signs, please proceed to the next car.
Thank you.
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.
Other
Elevator outage
Nov 2 - 1:59 p.m.
(updated: Aug 18 - 12:02 p.m.)
*This outage 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. Short-term outage alerts can be found on our Service alerts page. To receive real-time notifications of short-term outages, subscribe to Accessibility Transit Alerts.
Elevators Outages
| Service | Station | Location | Reason | Estimated Return | Alternate Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Link | University of Washington Station | #002 - Station Access | Mechanical | Tentative 8/18 | Use stairs or escalator |
| Link | University of Washington Station | #004 - Station Access | Entrapment / Misuse | Tentative 8/18 | Use stairs or escalator |
| Link | Westlake Station | #301 - Station Access | Misuse | TBD | Use stairs or escalator |
| Link | Westlake Station | #307 - Station Access | Mechanical | Tentative 8/24 | Use stairs or escalator |
| Link | University Street Station | #506 - Station Access | Mechanical | Tentative 1/15/23 | Use stairs or escalator |
| Link | Beacon Hill Station | #001 - Station Access | Mechanical | Tentative 8/23 | Use stairs or escalator |
| ST Express | South Bellevue Garage | #001 - Station Access | Mechanical | TBD | Use stairs or escalator |
Escalators Outages
| Station | Location | Reason | Estimated Return | Alternate Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westlake Station | #302 - Station Access | Scheduled Maintenance | Tentative 9/19 | Use stairs or elevator |
| Westlake Station | #304 - Station Access | Mechanical | Tentative 9/19 | Use stairs or elevator |
| Westlake Station | #305 - Station Access | TBD | TBD | Use stairs or elevator |
| Westlake Station | #307 - Station Access | Mechanical | Tentative 10/3 | Use stairs or elevator |
| Westlake Station | #309 - Station Access | Environmental | Tentative 8/17 | Use stairs or elevator |
| University Street Station | #504 - Station Access | Scheduled Maintenance | Tentative 8/17 | Use stairs or elevator |
| Pioneer Square Station | #705 - Station Access | Mechanical | Tentative 9/15 | Use stairs or elevator |
| Pioneer Square Station | #706 - Station Access | TBD | TBD | Use stairs or elevator |
| International District / Chinatown Station | #902 - Station Access | Environmental | Tentative 1/15/23 | Use stairs or elevator |
| International District / Chinatown Station | #904 - Station Access | Environmental | Tentative 1/15/23 | Use stairs or elevator |
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.
Beginning September 1st, youth 18 and younger can ride for free on all Sound Transit services.
Riders with an ORCA Youth Card should continue using their ORCA card when riding. Youth without an ORCA card can apply for a free card here. No youth will be turned away or penalized if they do not have an ORCA card.
Masks are recommended by public health authorities while on-board transit.