Everett Link Extension

Connecting Snohomish County jobs and housing

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Map of proposed Everett Link Extension and alternatives
Map of proposed Everett Link Extension and alternatives

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Overview

The Everett Link Extension will add 16 miles of light rail and six new stations connecting Snohomish County residents to the regional light rail network. We are also studying an additional provisional station in the planning process (provisional stations are funded for planning, but not currently for design or construction). This project will also include Operations and Maintenance Facility (OMF) North, a facility to support Link light rail operations. The project will connect the communities of Lynnwood, unincorporated Snohomish County, and Everett.  

Since this is both the longest and northernmost project in the Sound Transit system, Sound Transit and partner agencies are laying groundwork together now. 

Everett Link Extension features

  • Opening: 2037 - 2041 Learn more
  • Length: 16 miles.
    • Stations: West Alderwood, Ash Way, Mariner, SW Everett Industrial Center, SR 526/Evergreen, Everett Station, and one provisional (unfunded) station at SR 99/Airport Road.
  • Service: Every 4-6 minutes during peak commuting hours, 10-15 minutes midday, weekends, and evenings.
  • Estimated travel times:
    • Everett to Lynnwood City Center in 33 minutes.
    • Everett to downtown Seattle in 60 minutes.

Operations and Maintenance Facility North features

The project includes the essential OMF North, which would support overall system operation and have the capacity to receive, store and service a larger train fleet to support Link extensions. To build this new facility, we need 80+ acres of property near the light rail line. 

Current project status

The Everett Link Extension Project is just getting started. We are currently in the environmental review phase of planning. As part of this phase, we develop conceptual design and prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) that evaluates the potential effects of the project. 

In spring 2023, the Community Advisory Group and the Elected Leadership Group made their recommendations for alternatives to study in environmental review.  In July 2023, the Sound Transit Board decided on the final set of alternatives to include in the EIS. We anticipate that the draft EIS will be available for review and comment in early 2026.  

We will continue to engage with the public, Tribes and agencies, and commit to conducting equitable community engagement throughout the project. Please contact us if you have any questions or would like to request a project briefing.  

 

West Alderwood station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impacts Statement. The station alternatives are labeled B, D and F. Alternative D is the current preferred alternative.

West Alderwood station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impact Statement. The station alternatives are labeled B, D and F. Alternative D is the current preferred alternative.

Ash Way station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impacts Statement. The station alternatives are labeled A and D. There is no current preferred alternative at this station area.

Ash Way station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impact Statement. The station alternatives are labeled A and D. There is no current preferred alternative at this station area.

Mariner station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impacts Statement. The station alternatives are labeled B and D. There is no current preferred alternative at this station area.

Mariner station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impact Statement. The station alternatives are labeled B and D. There is no current preferred alternative at this station area.

SR 99/Airport Rd station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impact Statement. The station alternatives are labeled A and B. There is no current preferred alternative at this station area.
SR 99/Airport Rd station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impact

SR 99/Airport Rd station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impact Statement. The station alternatives are labeled A and B. There is no current preferred alternative at this station area.

Southwest Everett Industrial Center station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impact Statement. The station alternatives are labeled A, B, and C. Alternative A is the current preferred alternative.
Southwest Everett Industrial Center station alternatives being studied in the En

Southwest Everett Industrial Center station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impact Statement. The station alternatives are labeled A, B, and C. Alternative A is the current preferred alternative.

SR 526/Evergreen station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impacts Statement. The station alternatives are labeled A, B, and E. There is no current preferred alternative at this station area.

SR 526/Evergreen station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impact Statement. The station alternatives are labeled A, B, and E. There is no current preferred alternative at this station area.

I-5/Broadway alignment alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impact Statement. The alternatives are labeled BI-1 and BI-2. Alternative BI-1 is the current preferred alternative. Note: North is to the right on this map. December 2023
I-5/Broadway alignment alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impact St

I-5/Broadway alignment alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impact Statement. The alternatives are labeled BI-1 and BI-2. Alternative BI-1 is the current preferred alternative. Note: North is to the right on this map. December 2023

Everett Station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impacts Statement. The station alternatives are labeled A, C, and D. Alternatives C and D are the current preferred alternatives.

Everett Station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impact Statement. The station alternatives are labeled A, C, and D. Alternatives C and D are the current preferred alternatives.

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West Alderwood station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impacts Statement. The station alternatives are labeled B, D and F. Alternative D is the current preferred alternative.
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Ash Way station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impacts Statement. The station alternatives are labeled A and D. There is no current preferred alternative at this station area.
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Mariner station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impacts Statement. The station alternatives are labeled B and D. There is no current preferred alternative at this station area.
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SR 99/Airport Rd station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impact Statement. The station alternatives are labeled A and B. There is no current preferred alternative at this station area.
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Southwest Everett Industrial Center station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impact Statement. The station alternatives are labeled A, B, and C. Alternative A is the current preferred alternative.
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SR 526/Evergreen station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impacts Statement. The station alternatives are labeled A, B, and E. There is no current preferred alternative at this station area.
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I-5/Broadway alignment alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impact Statement. The alternatives are labeled BI-1 and BI-2. Alternative BI-1 is the current preferred alternative. Note: North is to the right on this map. December 2023
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Everett Station alternatives being studied in the Environmental Impacts Statement. The station alternatives are labeled A, C, and D. Alternatives C and D are the current preferred alternatives.