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How To Ride

ST Express Regional Bus

  • Check bus route times and stop locations on the timetable and map
  • Arrive five minutes early at your bus stop.
  • Have your fare ready.
  • If paying a reduced fare, show valid Regional Reduced Fare Permit.
  • If riding more than one bus, ask for a transfer when you pay.
  • Ask the driver which bus stop is closest to your destination.
  • Pull the cord or press the bell bar to notify the driver a block before your stop.

Sounder Commuter Rail

  • Check station locations
  • Check current weekday schedule
  • Use your PugetPass or purchase a ticket from the ticket vending machine on the station platform.
  • Arrive at least 15 minutes early if you need to purchase a pass or ticket upgrade.
  • Purchase pass or upgrade ticket from the ticket vending machine.
  • Fare is inspected at random. Be prepared to show your pass, ticket and/or transfer to the conductor upon request.
  • Persons paying reduced fare may be required to show their Regional Reduced Fare Permit.
  • Passengers without a valid ticket or pass are subject to a citation and fine.

Tacoma Link Light Rail

  • Tacoma Link is fare free - no fare required.
  • Check train operating times and station locations.
  • Stand behind yellow tactile warning strip at station platform.
  • Link trains will stop at every station.
  • Doors open automatically. If the doors do not open, push the button next to the doors to open them.
  • Do not hold the doors open once they've started to close.
  • Use handrails, when standing; do not stand on the stairs.
  • Allow persons with disabilities and senior citizens priority seats.
  • Do not disturb the train operator while the train is in motion.
  • Use the emergency intercom on the train to alert the train operator of any emergency situation.
  • Take your personal belongings when you leave.
  • All passengers must leave at the end of the line.
 

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