What time does King County Metro open?

Open 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM for fare/pass information and customer comments.

Where is King County Metro located?

Seattle
King County Metro

A King County Metro coach operating on Route 157 in Downtown Seattle.
Headquarters 201 S. Jackson St., Seattle, Washington, U.S.
Locale King County, Washington
Service area King County, Washington
Service type Transit bus, Vanpool, Paratransit

Are buses still free in Seattle?

SEATTLE — Metro Transit is once again collecting fares Thursday after they were suspended as the coronavirus pandemic took hold. Fare enforcement remains suspended through the end of this year. Metro suspended fares on March 21 to protect passengers and drivers from the risk of spreading COVID-19.

Does Seattle have a metro?

Two public transportation agencies serve the city of Seattle: King County Metro Transit and Sound Transit. The Sounder commuter rail system consists of two lines, linking Seattle with Lakewood along its Southern run and Seattle with Everett along its Northern run.

Is Seattle public transportation good?

Seattle has the best public transportation in the nation, ahead of cities like Boston, Washington, D.C and New York that are known for their mass transit systems, according to a WalletHub study. Seattle was the sixth-most congested city in the United States in 2018, according to a study by Inrix.

Who is in charge of King County Metro?

King County Executive Dow Constantine announced the appointment of Terry White to be General Manager of King County Metro. A 33-year Metro veteran, White currently serves as Interim General Manager and previously served as Deputy General Manager.

How much does it cost to ride the light rail in Seattle?

One-way adult fares range between $3.25 and $5.75, depending on how far you travel. Day passes (good for round-trip or multi-trip rides) are also available from ticket machines.

Is the light rail free Seattle?

Ideal for the car-free traveler and one of the most popular forms of transit for visitors to Seattle Southside, the light rail can take you from the airport to downtown Seattle in just 30 minutes. Three conveniently located stations connect Seattle Southside to Seattle’s popular attractions.

Is the Seattle Light Rail Safe?

The rail was clean, safe and easy to locate.

Is the Seattle Light Rail 24 hours?

Link light rail travels between UW Station and Sea-Tac Airport, making 13 stops along the way, including downtown Seattle. Link trains run every 6, 10 or 15 minutes depending on the time of day. Service is available from 5 a.m. to 1 a.m. Monday through Saturday and from 6 a.m. to midnight on Sunday and holidays.

How to find the next King County Metro stop?

Find the next departure times of transit service at your stop by texting your stop ID to 62550. Guided by Public Health – Seattle & King County and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), we’re doing everything we can to keep you as safe as possible, including:

Why was Route 5 cut in King County?

This route may have fewer trips and/or reduced hours of operation in response to COVID-19. This route may have fewer trips and/or reduced hours of operation in response to COVID-19. This route has been cut in response to COVID-19. Expect Delays.

Is the King County Metro still hiring employees?

King County Metro has a lot of work ahead and we are gearing up with people and plans to stay on track. Not only are we settling into our new structure (shifting from a division to a department), we are hiring more employees, increasing service, working on base expansion, and continuing to create innovative mobility services for our customers.

Which is the leading public transit agency of King County?

Metro is the leading public transit agency of King County. With our belief in mobility as a human right, we focus first on safety, equity, and sustainability. Metro’s award-winning commitment to innovation means more green, accessible options for everyone.

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