News release
First powered light rail vehicle crosses I-90 floating bridge
The first Link light rail vehicle crossed the I-90 floating bridge under its own power Monday night, enabling the start of a series of tests to prepare for the opening of the full 2 Line in early…
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Introducing our new series: Crosslake Update
In our May blog on the 2 Line’s Crosslake Connection across Lake Washington, we shared an update on remaining construction activities and video of a thrilling testing milestone: the first light rail…
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Spring construction update: The 2 Line’s crosslake connection
On May 10, thousands of eager riders turned out to celebrate opening day of the new 2 Line extension to Downtown Redmond. It was a great moment for the city and the entire Eastside, and throughout…
Project update
Work to begin on Mercer Island East Link Traffic Mitigation Project
As part of the Environmental Impact Study and Record of Decision for the East Link Light Rail project, Sound Transit will make traffic mitigation efforts around the Mercer Island station. The…
News release
Light rail opens on the Eastside
Starting this morning, passengers on the Eastside will be able to use Link light rail to travel quickly and safely to destinations throughout Bellevue and Redmond. The 6.6-mile initial segment of the…
Project update
2 Line Fire Alarm Testing in Bellevue Tunnel
As part of 2 Line simulated service, crews will be running drills to test fire alarm equipment at the Downtown Bellevue Station and Bellevue Tunnel.
Project update
Simulated 2 Line service to begin — Expect to see trains every 10-15 minutes, including at street crossings
Since civil construction has finished, test trains will begin running on the 2 Line between South Bellevue Station and Redmond Technology Station every 10–15 minutes as part of preparation for…
Project update
Ongoing construction at South Bellevue Station and Spring District Station
As we prepare to open 2 Line service between eight East Link Extension stations in early 2024, Sound Transit crews will be operating on a 24-hour basis.
Project update
Ongoing construction at South Bellevue Station
Sound Transit crews will be working expanded hours at South Bellevue Station to complete waterproofing, tile work, and site furnishings in preparation for the 2 Line service opening between eight…
Project update
Closure of westbound I-90 HOV ramp at 80th Ave SE
Starting as soon as Thursday, Oct. 12, Sound Transit crews will close the westbound I-90 HOV ramp between SE 27th Ave and 80th Ave SE. The closure will take place from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. the following…