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4 Alerts
Announcement
Ongoing
PAUSED: From Monday, August 11 through Monday, September 30, construction at Pinehurst Station will require 1 Line trains to share one track at Shoreline South/148th Station.
In effect: Sep. 12-14
Routes: 1 Line
Work will resume as follows:
September 15-18: Platform to Lynnwood City Center - 7 p.m. - start of service
September 22-26: Platform to Lynnwood City Center - 7 p.m. - start of service
September 29-30: Platform to Lynnwood City Center - 7 p.m. - start of service
September 15-18: Platform to Lynnwood City Center - 7 p.m. - start of service
September 22-26: Platform to Lynnwood City Center - 7 p.m. - start of service
September 29-30: Platform to Lynnwood City Center - 7 p.m. - start of service
Announcement
Ongoing
Starting on September 11 through November 14, the south parking lot at Lynnwood Transit Center will be closed to vehicles. This is to allow for construction of a new trash enclosure.
In effect: Sep. 11 - Nov. 15
Routes: 1 Line
The ONLY vehicles allowed access during the construction will be those using the ADA parking spaces and paratransit bus service. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
To get information about other transit parking lots and garages, please click the link below.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
To get information about other transit parking lots and garages, please click the link below.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
Announcement
Upcoming
On Saturday, September 13 the Angle Lake Station Garage main entrance will be closed for expansion joint repair starting at 6 a.m. until 2 p.m.
In effect: Sep. 13, 6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Routes: 1 Line
The gate on level 2 will be closed, however there will directional signs on both sides of the gate for alternate entrances and exits that are available during the closure. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
To get information about other transit parking lots and garages, please click the link below.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
Affected lines:
1 Line
To get information about other transit parking lots and garages, please click the link below.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
Affected lines:
1 Line
Announcement
Upcoming
Between Sept. 15-19, 14 parking spaces at Tukwila International Blvd Station will be blocked off to support landscaping work.
In effect: Sep. 15-20
Routes: 1 Line
About 14 parking spaces will be used to mobilize and park equipment for landscaping maintenance.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
Affected lines:
1 Line
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
Affected lines:
1 Line
1 Alert
Announcement
Ongoing
East stairwell at South Bellevue Station Garage is closed
In effect: May 20, 5:17 a.m.
Routes: 2 Line
The east stairwell in the center of the South Bellevue Station Garage is closed until further notice due to needed maintenance. To exit the garage, please use the stairwells located along the perimeters of the north and south ends.
Affected lines:
2 Line
Affected lines:
2 Line
Sounder train
1 Alert
Extra service
Upcoming
Ride Sounder to the Washington State Fair in Puyallup! Special event service on N Line and S Line from 8:45 AM through 8:45 PM on Sept.13 for the state fair. See below for trip times.
In effect: Sep. 13, 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Routes: N Line & S Line
Train departures to Puyallup:
- From Everett: 8:45 am & 9:45 am
- From King St: 9:55 am & 10:55 am
Train departures from Puyallup:
- To King Street: 5:50 pm & 6:50 pm
- To Everett from King St: 6:45 pm & 7:45 pm
Click the link below for specific scheduled stops and times of service for the State Fair.
- From Everett: 8:45 am & 9:45 am
- From King St: 9:55 am & 10:55 am
Train departures from Puyallup:
- To King Street: 5:50 pm & 6:50 pm
- To Everett from King St: 6:45 pm & 7:45 pm
Click the link below for specific scheduled stops and times of service for the State Fair.
1 Alert
Extra service
Upcoming
Ride Sounder to the Washington State Fair in Puyallup! Special event service on N Line and S Line from 8:45 AM through 8:45 PM on Sept.13 for the state fair. See below for trip times.
In effect: Sep. 13, 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Routes: N Line & S Line
Train departures to Puyallup:
- From Everett: 8:45 am & 9:45 am
- From King St: 9:55 am & 10:55 am
Train departures from Puyallup:
- To King Street: 5:50 pm & 6:50 pm
- To Everett from King St: 6:45 pm & 7:45 pm
Click the link below for specific scheduled stops and times of service for the State Fair.
- From Everett: 8:45 am & 9:45 am
- From King St: 9:55 am & 10:55 am
Train departures from Puyallup:
- To King Street: 5:50 pm & 6:50 pm
- To Everett from King St: 6:45 pm & 7:45 pm
Click the link below for specific scheduled stops and times of service for the State Fair.
ST Express bus
1 Alert
1 Alert
Stop revision
Ongoing
The SR 520 Evergreen and Yarrow Point Freeway Station Platform Stops have Limited Accessibility for Ramp or Lift Deployment.
In effect: May 5, 4:00 a.m.
Routes: 545 & 542
Affected routes:
255
982
986
ST 542
ST 545
Affected stops:
Stop #71348 SR 520 & Evergreen Point Rd (EB)
Stop #71359 Clyde Hill/Yarrow & Clyde Hill/Yarrow (EB)
Stop #71356 Clyde Hill/Yarrow & Clyde Hill/Yarrow (WB)
Stop #71355 SR 520 & Evergreen Point Rd (WB)
Effective now, and until further notice, this bus stop is inaccessible for customers requiring a ramp or lift on routes 255, 982 and 986 operating coach numbers 7200-7399, 6800-6899, and ST Express routes 542 and 545 operating coach numbers 9500-9659 due to safety concerns.
Alternative ramp and lift service is available at the following locations:
Routes 255 & 986 to Kirkland, the University District or Haller Lake: east of here at the South Kirkland Park and Ride.
Route 982 to Haller Lake or Bear Creek Park and Ride: east of here at the Redmond Technology Station.
255
982
986
ST 542
ST 545
Affected stops:
Stop #71348 SR 520 & Evergreen Point Rd (EB)
Stop #71359 Clyde Hill/Yarrow & Clyde Hill/Yarrow (EB)
Stop #71356 Clyde Hill/Yarrow & Clyde Hill/Yarrow (WB)
Stop #71355 SR 520 & Evergreen Point Rd (WB)
Effective now, and until further notice, this bus stop is inaccessible for customers requiring a ramp or lift on routes 255, 982 and 986 operating coach numbers 7200-7399, 6800-6899, and ST Express routes 542 and 545 operating coach numbers 9500-9659 due to safety concerns.
Alternative ramp and lift service is available at the following locations:
Routes 255 & 986 to Kirkland, the University District or Haller Lake: east of here at the South Kirkland Park and Ride.
Route 982 to Haller Lake or Bear Creek Park and Ride: east of here at the Redmond Technology Station.
1 Alert
Stop revision
Ongoing
The SR 520 Evergreen and Yarrow Point Freeway Station Platform Stops have Limited Accessibility for Ramp or Lift Deployment.
In effect: May 5, 4:00 a.m.
Routes: 545 & 542
Affected routes:
255
982
986
ST 542
ST 545
Affected stops:
Stop #71348 SR 520 & Evergreen Point Rd (EB)
Stop #71359 Clyde Hill/Yarrow & Clyde Hill/Yarrow (EB)
Stop #71356 Clyde Hill/Yarrow & Clyde Hill/Yarrow (WB)
Stop #71355 SR 520 & Evergreen Point Rd (WB)
Effective now, and until further notice, this bus stop is inaccessible for customers requiring a ramp or lift on routes 255, 982 and 986 operating coach numbers 7200-7399, 6800-6899, and ST Express routes 542 and 545 operating coach numbers 9500-9659 due to safety concerns.
Alternative ramp and lift service is available at the following locations:
Routes 255 & 986 to Kirkland, the University District or Haller Lake: east of here at the South Kirkland Park and Ride.
Route 982 to Haller Lake or Bear Creek Park and Ride: east of here at the Redmond Technology Station.
255
982
986
ST 542
ST 545
Affected stops:
Stop #71348 SR 520 & Evergreen Point Rd (EB)
Stop #71359 Clyde Hill/Yarrow & Clyde Hill/Yarrow (EB)
Stop #71356 Clyde Hill/Yarrow & Clyde Hill/Yarrow (WB)
Stop #71355 SR 520 & Evergreen Point Rd (WB)
Effective now, and until further notice, this bus stop is inaccessible for customers requiring a ramp or lift on routes 255, 982 and 986 operating coach numbers 7200-7399, 6800-6899, and ST Express routes 542 and 545 operating coach numbers 9500-9659 due to safety concerns.
Alternative ramp and lift service is available at the following locations:
Routes 255 & 986 to Kirkland, the University District or Haller Lake: east of here at the South Kirkland Park and Ride.
Route 982 to Haller Lake or Bear Creek Park and Ride: east of here at the Redmond Technology Station.
1 Alert
Multi route reroute
Ongoing
ST 554 to Issaquah Highlands Park and Ride are rerouted off of I90 between Seattle and Mercer Island from Fri Sep 12 at 10:00 PM to Sat Sep 13 at 6:00 AM due to construction.
In effect: Sep. 12-13
Routes: 554
Affected stops:
Stop #8590 Rainier Ave S & S Charles St (SB)
Get on/off at:
Stop #1480 S Jackson St & Maynard Ave S (EB)
Stop #8590 Rainier Ave S & S Charles St (SB)
Get on/off at:
Stop #1480 S Jackson St & Maynard Ave S (EB)
1 Alert
Reroute
Ongoing
ST Express 560 is rerouted from 11:00 PM today through Mon Sep 15 at 4:00 AM due to construction.
In effect: Sep. 12-15
Routes: 560
Affected direction: Westbound
Affected stops will not be served:
Newport Hills Fwy Station
Kennydale Fwy Station
Click the link below to get more information about alternative transportation options.
Affected stops will not be served:
Newport Hills Fwy Station
Kennydale Fwy Station
Click the link below to get more information about alternative transportation options.
3 Alerts
Stop closure
Ongoing
ST Express 574 is experiencing a stop closure at the I-5 South Off-ramp at S 272nd Street due to construction until further notice.
In effect: Aug. 29, 6:00 p.m.
Routes: 574
ST Express 574 is experiencing a stop closure at the I-5 South Off-ramp at S 272nd Street due to construction until further notice.
Stop closure at the I-5 South Off-ramp at S 272nd Street
During this time, customers can board or exit Southbound Route 574 to Lakewood at the Kent-Des Moines freeway stop at S. Kent-Des Moines Rd and Military Rd S.
Stop closure at the I-5 South Off-ramp at S 272nd Street
During this time, customers can board or exit Southbound Route 574 to Lakewood at the Kent-Des Moines freeway stop at S. Kent-Des Moines Rd and Military Rd S.
Announcement
Ongoing
Federal Way Transit Center pedestrian path will be impacted Sept. 1-16 due to construction work.
In effect: Sep. 1-16
Routes: 574, 577, 578, 580, 586, 590, 592, 594, 595 & 596
Sound Transit is closing part of the current pedestrian path in the Federal Way Transit Center area for construction work, affecting the pedestrian path to the bus loop. This work will happen for approximately two weeks. Work will take place September 1-16, from 8 am - 5 pm.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
2 Alerts
Announcement
Ongoing
Federal Way Transit Center pedestrian path will be impacted Sept. 1-16 due to construction work.
In effect: Sep. 1-16
Routes: 574, 577, 578, 580, 586, 590, 592, 594, 595 & 596
Sound Transit is closing part of the current pedestrian path in the Federal Way Transit Center area for construction work, affecting the pedestrian path to the bus loop. This work will happen for approximately two weeks. Work will take place September 1-16, from 8 am - 5 pm.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
2 Alerts
Announcement
Ongoing
Federal Way Transit Center pedestrian path will be impacted Sept. 1-16 due to construction work.
In effect: Sep. 1-16
Routes: 574, 577, 578, 580, 586, 590, 592, 594, 595 & 596
Sound Transit is closing part of the current pedestrian path in the Federal Way Transit Center area for construction work, affecting the pedestrian path to the bus loop. This work will happen for approximately two weeks. Work will take place September 1-16, from 8 am - 5 pm.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
1 Alert
Announcement
Ongoing
Federal Way Transit Center pedestrian path will be impacted Sept. 1-16 due to construction work.
In effect: Sep. 1-16
Routes: 574, 577, 578, 580, 586, 590, 592, 594, 595 & 596
Sound Transit is closing part of the current pedestrian path in the Federal Way Transit Center area for construction work, affecting the pedestrian path to the bus loop. This work will happen for approximately two weeks. Work will take place September 1-16, from 8 am - 5 pm.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
2 Alerts
Announcement
Ongoing
Federal Way Transit Center pedestrian path will be impacted Sept. 1-16 due to construction work.
In effect: Sep. 1-16
Routes: 574, 577, 578, 580, 586, 590, 592, 594, 595 & 596
Sound Transit is closing part of the current pedestrian path in the Federal Way Transit Center area for construction work, affecting the pedestrian path to the bus loop. This work will happen for approximately two weeks. Work will take place September 1-16, from 8 am - 5 pm.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
1 Alert
Announcement
Ongoing
Federal Way Transit Center pedestrian path will be impacted Sept. 1-16 due to construction work.
In effect: Sep. 1-16
Routes: 574, 577, 578, 580, 586, 590, 592, 594, 595 & 596
Sound Transit is closing part of the current pedestrian path in the Federal Way Transit Center area for construction work, affecting the pedestrian path to the bus loop. This work will happen for approximately two weeks. Work will take place September 1-16, from 8 am - 5 pm.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
1 Alert
Announcement
Ongoing
Federal Way Transit Center pedestrian path will be impacted Sept. 1-16 due to construction work.
In effect: Sep. 1-16
Routes: 574, 577, 578, 580, 586, 590, 592, 594, 595 & 596
Sound Transit is closing part of the current pedestrian path in the Federal Way Transit Center area for construction work, affecting the pedestrian path to the bus loop. This work will happen for approximately two weeks. Work will take place September 1-16, from 8 am - 5 pm.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
1 Alert
Announcement
Ongoing
Federal Way Transit Center pedestrian path will be impacted Sept. 1-16 due to construction work.
In effect: Sep. 1-16
Routes: 574, 577, 578, 580, 586, 590, 592, 594, 595 & 596
Sound Transit is closing part of the current pedestrian path in the Federal Way Transit Center area for construction work, affecting the pedestrian path to the bus loop. This work will happen for approximately two weeks. Work will take place September 1-16, from 8 am - 5 pm.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
1 Alert
Announcement
Ongoing
Federal Way Transit Center pedestrian path will be impacted Sept. 1-16 due to construction work.
In effect: Sep. 1-16
Routes: 574, 577, 578, 580, 586, 590, 592, 594, 595 & 596
Sound Transit is closing part of the current pedestrian path in the Federal Way Transit Center area for construction work, affecting the pedestrian path to the bus loop. This work will happen for approximately two weeks. Work will take place September 1-16, from 8 am - 5 pm.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
1 Alert
Announcement
Ongoing
Federal Way Transit Center pedestrian path will be impacted Sept. 1-16 due to construction work.
In effect: Sep. 1-16
Routes: 574, 577, 578, 580, 586, 590, 592, 594, 595 & 596
Sound Transit is closing part of the current pedestrian path in the Federal Way Transit Center area for construction work, affecting the pedestrian path to the bus loop. This work will happen for approximately two weeks. Work will take place September 1-16, from 8 am - 5 pm.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
Stations
1 Alert
Announcement
Upcoming
On Saturday, September 13 the Angle Lake Station Garage main entrance will be closed for expansion joint repair starting at 6 a.m. until 2 p.m.
In effect: Sep. 13, 6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Routes: 1 Line
The gate on level 2 will be closed, however there will directional signs on both sides of the gate for alternate entrances and exits that are available during the closure. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
To get information about other transit parking lots and garages, please click the link below.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
Affected lines:
1 Line
To get information about other transit parking lots and garages, please click the link below.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
Affected lines:
1 Line
1 Alert
Announcement
Ongoing
Elevator and Escalator upgrades at Int'l Dist/Chinatown Station
In effect: May 24, 3:59 a.m.
Routes: 1 Line
Sound Transit continues to upgrade elevators and escalators at International District/Chinatown Station. See below for current service status during the improvement process.
Exit A - to 5th Ave S & S Jackson St:
• Elevator 901 to Lynnwood platform – in service
• Elevator 902 to Angle Lake platform – in service
• Escalator 901 from Lynnwood platform – out of service
• Escalator 902 from Angle Lake platform – out of service
Exit B – to 5th Ave S & King St:
• Elevator 904 to Angle Lake platform – in service
• Escalator 903 from Lynnwood platform – in service
• Escalator 904 from Angle Lake platform – in service
• Elevator 903 to Lynnwood platform – out of service
• Southeast stairwell to/from Lynnwood platform – closed
Passengers who need assistance while at a Sound Transit station, can call or text Security at (206) 398-5268.
Exit A - to 5th Ave S & S Jackson St:
• Elevator 901 to Lynnwood platform – in service
• Elevator 902 to Angle Lake platform – in service
• Escalator 901 from Lynnwood platform – out of service
• Escalator 902 from Angle Lake platform – out of service
Exit B – to 5th Ave S & King St:
• Elevator 904 to Angle Lake platform – in service
• Escalator 903 from Lynnwood platform – in service
• Escalator 904 from Angle Lake platform – in service
• Elevator 903 to Lynnwood platform – out of service
• Southeast stairwell to/from Lynnwood platform – closed
Passengers who need assistance while at a Sound Transit station, can call or text Security at (206) 398-5268.
1 Alert
Announcement
Ongoing
SeaTac Airport Station 2nd pedestrian bridge elevator construction begins January 8, 2025.
In effect: Jan. 8, 3:00 a.m.
Routes: 1 Line
Beginning January 8, 2025, through 2026, construction will take place at SeaTac Airport Station to add a new elevator to the pedestrian bridge. The new elevator will provide an additional option for passengers to travel from the pedestrian bridge to the pickup/drop off parking lot adjacent to the station. During construction, passengers can expect pedestrian walkways to occasionally be blocked or narrowed, and access to the current elevator periodically interrupted.
During times where pedestrian walkways are blocked and elevator access is unavailable, passengers may catch the Rapid Ride A Line bus from SeaTac Airport Station to Tukwila International Boulevard Station in order to use the 1 Line.
The pedestrian bridge from the station to the airport will be unaffected and available throughout the duration of this project.
Beginning February 10, 2025 half of the passenger pick up/drop off area will be closed, as will some parts of the plaza near the stairs and existing elevator as equipment begins to come in for construction of the new elevator.
Additional information about changes in elevator accessibility will be provided as it comes available.
During times where pedestrian walkways are blocked and elevator access is unavailable, passengers may catch the Rapid Ride A Line bus from SeaTac Airport Station to Tukwila International Boulevard Station in order to use the 1 Line.
The pedestrian bridge from the station to the airport will be unaffected and available throughout the duration of this project.
Beginning February 10, 2025 half of the passenger pick up/drop off area will be closed, as will some parts of the plaza near the stairs and existing elevator as equipment begins to come in for construction of the new elevator.
Additional information about changes in elevator accessibility will be provided as it comes available.
1 Alert
Announcement
Ongoing
East stairwell at South Bellevue Station Garage is closed
In effect: May 20, 5:17 a.m.
Routes: 2 Line
The east stairwell in the center of the South Bellevue Station Garage is closed until further notice due to needed maintenance. To exit the garage, please use the stairwells located along the perimeters of the north and south ends.
Affected lines:
2 Line
Affected lines:
2 Line
1 Alert
Announcement
Upcoming
Between Sept. 15-19, 14 parking spaces at Tukwila International Blvd Station will be blocked off to support landscaping work.
In effect: Sep. 15-20
Routes: 1 Line
About 14 parking spaces will be used to mobilize and park equipment for landscaping maintenance.
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
Affected lines:
1 Line
The work schedule is subject to change. For updates, please subscribe to service alerts. Visit the service alerts web page to sign up for alerts and current information on service disruptions.
Affected lines:
1 Line
1 Alert
Elevator closure
Ongoing
Elevator outage at University of Washington Station. The elevator at the Husky Stadium exit serving the street (Montlake Blvd NE), pedestrian bridge, and platform is out of service.
In effect: Sep. 9, 3:06 p.m.
Routes: 1 Line
To ride the 1 Line:
1. Take the elevator located directly across from the out of service unit down to the platform.
To exit the station:
1. Take the nearby elevator located directly across from the out of service unit up to the street or pedestrian bridge to Montlake Blvd NE.
1. Take the elevator located directly across from the out of service unit down to the platform.
To exit the station:
1. Take the nearby elevator located directly across from the out of service unit up to the street or pedestrian bridge to Montlake Blvd NE.
Announcements
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