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S Line - Seattle – Lakewood/Tacoma
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Announcement
Ongoing
New Variable Messaging Signs will be installed at Sounder S Line Stations beginning Wednesday, Dec 11 through Dec 23. This work will take place from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. on weekdays.
In effect: Dec. 2, 8:00 a.m.
Routes: S Line
Installation of this equipment is needed to provide real-time train arrival information made possible through Sound Transit’s new Passenger Information Management System (PIMS). Information displayed on signs at the stations may not be viewable during installation and testing. There should be minimal impact on how a passenger navigates through the platform.
Dec 11-13: Tukwila Station
Dec 16-18: Sumner Station
Dec 19-23: Kent Station
This schedule may be subject to change and updates will be provided when available.
Dec 11-13: Tukwila Station
Dec 16-18: Sumner Station
Dec 19-23: Kent Station
This schedule may be subject to change and updates will be provided when available.
Announcement
Ongoing
Sumner parking closure starts Feb. 19 to make room for garage construction. 190 stalls to be closed.
In effect: Feb. 19, 3:00 a.m.
Routes: S Line
On Monday, Feb. 19, Sound Transit's contractor will close approximately 190 parking stalls at Sumner Station, to make room for garage construction. We expect the closure to last about two years. At least 110 stalls will always be available, including the 68 stalls in the lot north of Maple Street.
The work will be done in phases. During Phase 1, which may last several months, approximately 40 stalls will remain open in the station’s southwest triangle lot. This includes ADA stalls, motorcycle stalls and pick-up and drop-off stalls will be in this area. (There are also pick-up and drop-off spaces on Traffic Avenue.) During Phase 1, Narrow Street will be closed to through traffic at Maple Ave, and Academy Street will be closed to through traffic at Cherry Street.
We recommend passengers make alternate plans for getting to a Sounder station as detailed in earlier alerts, including driving to Puyallup Station, Bonney Lake Park-and-Ride Lot, walking or bicycling, or applying for a carpool permit. One new option for east Sumner residents to get to the station is the City's Commuter Connector residential loop shuttle that travels between East Sumner and the station.
Affected lines:
S Line
The work will be done in phases. During Phase 1, which may last several months, approximately 40 stalls will remain open in the station’s southwest triangle lot. This includes ADA stalls, motorcycle stalls and pick-up and drop-off stalls will be in this area. (There are also pick-up and drop-off spaces on Traffic Avenue.) During Phase 1, Narrow Street will be closed to through traffic at Maple Ave, and Academy Street will be closed to through traffic at Cherry Street.
We recommend passengers make alternate plans for getting to a Sounder station as detailed in earlier alerts, including driving to Puyallup Station, Bonney Lake Park-and-Ride Lot, walking or bicycling, or applying for a carpool permit. One new option for east Sumner residents to get to the station is the City's Commuter Connector residential loop shuttle that travels between East Sumner and the station.
Affected lines:
S Line
Extra service
Upcoming
Extra service on N Line and S Line will be available on Sunday, Dec 22 due to special event
In effect: Dec. 22, 9:51 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.
Routes: N Line & S Line
Seahawks vs. Minnesota Vikings
-S Line trains will depart Lakewood at 9:51 a.m. and 10:11 a.m. and depart King Street Sta 20 and 45 minutes after the game ends.
-N Line train will depart Everett at 10:45 a.m. and depart King Street Sta 45 minutes after the game ends.
Want to spread out a bit on your Sounder S Line ride to the game? Head for the northernmost train cars—they're usually a lot less crowded! For even more breathing room, try catching the second S line train in and out of Seattle; it’s generally a bit roomier than the first one. Enjoy the extra space!
-S Line trains will depart Lakewood at 9:51 a.m. and 10:11 a.m. and depart King Street Sta 20 and 45 minutes after the game ends.
-N Line train will depart Everett at 10:45 a.m. and depart King Street Sta 45 minutes after the game ends.
Want to spread out a bit on your Sounder S Line ride to the game? Head for the northernmost train cars—they're usually a lot less crowded! For even more breathing room, try catching the second S line train in and out of Seattle; it’s generally a bit roomier than the first one. Enjoy the extra space!
Announcement
Upcoming
Sound Transit will operate on modified service schedules Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25, due to Christmas Holiday.
In effect: Dec. 24-26
Operating hours
Weekday Only
Southbound
First trip (to Tacoma Dome): 6:05 a.m.
First trip (to Lakewood): 7:55 a.m.
Last trip (to Lakewood): 6:30 p.m.
Northbound
First trip (from Lakewood): 4:36 a.m.
Last trip (from Lakewood): 10:11 a.m.
Last trip (from Tacoma Dome): 5:15 p.m.
Platform assignments
While S Line trains do not have assigned platforms, they generally use the same platforms each day. Below is a summary of the typical platform usage:
- AM service:
- Northbound: Trains typically arrive on Track 2 (East platform).
- Southbound: Trains typically arrive on Track 1 (West platform).
- PM service:
- Southbound: Trains typically arrive on Track 2 (East platform).
- Northbound: Trains typically arrive on Track 1 (West platform).
Fares
- Adult (age 19-64)
One-way fares range between $3.25 and $5.75 depending on how far you travel. Visit our Fares page to see fares by distance. - Low-income adult (ORCA LIFT)
One-way fares are $1.00 regardless of distance traveled. - Senior/disabled (age 65+ or qualifying disability)
One-way fares are $1.00 regardless of distance traveled. - Youth (18 and under)
Youth 18 and under ride for free on all Sound Transit services. Learn more and apply for a Free Youth Transit Pass here.
Day passes
Day passes (good for round-trip or multi-trip rides) are also available from ticket machines. They are twice the one-way fare and are valid for travel only on the date purchased, between the stations printed on the ticket.
For more information about fares and to see if you qualify for reduced fare programs, visit our Fares page.
How to pay
Pay before you board the train with the following options:
- ORCA card - Tap your card on the card reader before you enter the Fare Paid Zone.
- Ticket purchased with cash or credit card - Ticket machines are available at all Sounder stations.
- Transit GO Ticket app - Tickets may be purchased with credit card in the app. Activate your purchased ticket prior to boarding. Show your activated ticket to the fare enforcement officer onboard if requested.
Holiday schedule
- Thanksgiving Day - No service
- Day after Thanksgiving - No service
- Christmas Eve - Reduced weekday
- Christmas Day - No service
- New Year's Eve - Reduced weekday
- New Year's Day - No service
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day - Weekday
- President's Day - Weekday
Lost and found
Sound Transit will hold lost and found items for 10 business days in Sound Transit's Security Office at Union Station.
You may find out if the Security Office has your item by:
- Calling customer service at 888-889-6368, select option 7, then option 1; weekdays, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Visiting the Security Office in Union Station, 401 S. Jackson St., Seattle.; weekdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.