King County Metro service change is upcoming on August 29
Starting August 29, riders across King County will see one of King County Metro’s largest service expansions in recent years, including nine new bus routes and more than 3,000 additional bus trips each week. In response to feedback from riders, Metro is boosting frequency and expanding service earlier in the morning, later in the evening and on weekends, making transit more convenient, reliable and better connected to the region’s expanding Link light rail network.
Metro service improvements by the numbers
- Nine new routes: 72, 77, 121, 164, 166, 215, 220, 270, 902
- More frequent service on 13 routes: 8, 75, 111, 156, 168, 181, 182, 183, 187, 218, 269, 903, RapidRide A Line
- Expanded service hours on 10 routes: 111, 156, 181, 182, 183, 187, 218, 269, 631, 903.
- New weekend service on four routes: 111, 183, 269, 631
- More daily trips: 441 more trips each weekday, 400 more trips each Saturday, 507 more trips on Sundays.
- Total daily trips: 12,406 weekday trips; 9,117 Saturday trips; 8,813 Sunday trips.
Metro Flex expanding in South King County
Metro also will pilot Metro Flex service in Auburn and Federal Way, providing on-demand rides that connect people with neighborhoods, transit hubs and other local destinations. Riders can download the app in the Apple App Store, Google Play Store or call 206-258-7739 to book a ride when service launches on Monday, August 31.
Have questions? Metro to host online public information sessions
Riders can learn more about the upcoming service changes during Metro’s online information sessions on August 19, 24 and 26. Metro staff will answer questions and provide additional details about the changes.
To request language services or other accommodations, please contact community.relations@kingcounty.gov at least two weeks prior to the meeting.
For more details about the upcoming Service Change check out the Metro Matters blog.
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