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People wait on the platform at IDS as a Link train pulls in

More ways to get Sound Transit rider alerts

By Corrie Adams

Sound Transit is making exciting strides by tapping into technology to enhance the passenger experience. A recent big imp… Read more
A graphic showing a Fare Paid Zone at Roosevelt Station, near the entrance.

Saying goodbye to card readers on platforms at downtown Link stations

By Sound Transit

As part of Sound Transit’s broader fare engagement reforms, we're making the Fare Paid Zones where riders are expected to ha… Read more
Carlos Trujillo stands on the platform in Pioneer Square Station

Inside Sound Transit: Keeping passengers moving

By Katie Metzger

When passengers think about their experience with transit, it’s not just about if their bus was on time or if their train wa… Read more
A Sounder train rolls through fields with Mt. Rainier in the background

Envisioning a new future for Sounder South

By Sagar Ramachandra

Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, Sounder South (S Line) trips had high ridership during peak commuting periods - northbound t… Read more
Passengers walk along the mezzanine at Pioneer Square Station

An update on the Link service disruption

By Sound Transit

We’re a week into the unplanned service disruption on Link, and we want to provide you with an update on where things stand… Read more