Seattle just built the world's first light rail on a floating bridge
Seattle's Crosslake connection works thanks to solutions like βtrack bridges,β which let the bridge move freely while keeping the rail steady.
Fast Company spotlighted how Sound Transit added the worldβs first light rail to a floating bridge. Engineering innovation + reliable, sustainable mobility for the region. The views won't be bad either. #SoundTransit #2Line #CrosslakeConnection" https://bit.ly/404SoRe
20.02.2026 15:58 β
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A construction worker in high-visibility clothing is adjusting equipment on a concrete surface. The scene is outdoors, featuring a series of rectangular metal components aligned in rows. A concrete barrier runs alongside, and there are trees and houses visible in the distant background under a cloudy sky.
A construction site at Judkins Park Station with scaffolding and equipment, featuring a partially built structure in the center. A crane is visible on the left, and trees are in the background.
Aerial view of the Mercer Island light rail station surrounded by trees and greenery. The station features modern glass structures and a large concrete platform. In the background, there are roads and parking areas, with hills visible in the distance under a partly cloudy sky.
Aerial view of a light rail train traveling across the I-90 floating bridge. Multiple cars are visible on an adjacent road. The background shows a city skyline with buildings surrounded by trees. The sky is overcast.
How it started: early construction taking shape. How itβs going: a fully connected 2 Line.
Years of planning, precision, and teamwork are leading to one historic connection, opening March 28. See more photos: https://www.soundtransit.org/blog/platform/then-now-crosslake-connection-journey-photos
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Two cartoon trains with smiling faces are side by side, set on a bridge with a city skyline, including the Space Needle, in the background. The headline reads, "Half the wait, twice the love!" Text below states, "Increased Service Between Lynnwood & International District!" with "Happy Valentines Day" at the bottom, surrounded by hearts.
Roses are red, violets are blueβ¦ the 1 Line + 2 Line are finally meeting too! πΉπ
Learn more about simulated service (the final phase of testing before we open the Crosslake Connection) here: https://www.soundtransit.org/blog/platform/crosslake-update-welcome-aboard-link-test-trains-starting-feb-14
14.02.2026 17:15 β
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This Valentines Day, we're doubling the number of trains between Lynnwood+IDS.
Snohomish County Executive/Sound Transit Board Chair Dave Somers and King County Executive/Sound Transit Boardmember Girmay Zahilay are counting down the days until Feb. 14!
Details: www.soundtransit.org/blog/platfor...
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AcompÑñanos mañana en una sesión informative virtual para concoer los cambios propuestos al servicio de autobuses ST Express que entrarÑn en vigor este otoño: soundtransit-org.zoom.us/j/83137968690
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A photo of a 560 ST Express bus. Text above reads "Join us! 2026 Service Plan Virtual Information Session. Tuesday, February 3, 2026. 6-7 p.m. Agenda: Welcome/overview, Service planning - proposed changes, questions and answers"
Join us tomorrow for a virtual information session to learn about the proposed changes to the ST Express bus service coming this fall: soundtransit-org.zoom.us/j/83137968690
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AcompÑñanos maΓ±ana en una sesiΓ³n informative virtual para concoer los cambios propuestos al servicio de autobuses ST Express que entrarΓ‘n en vigor este otoΓ±o. !El enlace al semanario web de Zoom esta aqui! soundtransit-org.zoom.us/j/82703639554β―)
29.01.2026 22:38 β
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Text reads: Join us! 2026 service plan virtual information session. Friday, January 30, 2026 noon to 1 p.m. Agenda: welcome/overview, service planning - proposed changes, questions/answers" with a picture of a 574 bus on the bottom of the graphic.
Join us tomorrow for a virtual information session to learn about the proposed changes to the ST Express bus service coming this fall!
Learn more: soundtransit-org.zoom.us/j/82703639554
29.01.2026 22:36 β
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Itβs official: the Crosslake Connection opens March 28! ππ
This milestone reflects the vision, hard work, and perseverance of so many people. From past and present board members and agency staff to our WSDOT, federal, and local partnersβthank you for helping get us here.
24.01.2026 00:52 β
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Crosslake Connection | Sound Transit
Say hello to a truly connected region on March 28! The Crosslake Connection is opening two new stations and a world of new possibilities for the Eastside, Seattle and beyond. πβ¨
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Explore this highly anticipated new connection and get ready to ride! π
www.soundtransit.org/crosslake
23.01.2026 18:35 β
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Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting
Zoom is the leader in modern enterprise cloud communications.
Sound Transit is hosting 2 virtual information sessions to discuss ST Express service changes proposed as part of the 2026 Service Plan.Β Bring your questions!
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Fri, Jan 30 // 12PM - 2PM
soundtransit-org.zoom.us/j/8935292930...
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Tue, Feb 3 // 6PM - 8PM
soundtransit-org.zoom.us/j/8866546783...
16.01.2026 20:50 β
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Two Link seats side by side, one with fabric and the other with a vinyl seat insert.
Rider feedback β real changes.
2,300+ passengers helped inform our decision to replace cloth seats with vinyl on Link trainsβrated higher for cleanliness, comfort, and satisfaction. More vinyl seats are rolling out over the coming months. π
Read more: https://ow.ly/cr9B50XWgB4
13.01.2026 17:10 β
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Looking back. Moving forward.
Sound Transit CEO Dow Constantine reflects on how we connected more people to more opportunities in 2025 β and whatβs ahead in 2026!
Read more in the first post in our new blog series, The Download: www.soundtransit.org/blog/platfor...
31.12.2025 20:25 β
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Clear ice sculpture shaped like a modern train displayed on a white table at an indoor event.
Wherever the holidays take you, weβre here to help you plan the ride.
Sound Transit will operate on holiday schedules for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, the day after Christmas, New Yearβs Eve, and New Yearβs Day. Learn more: https://ow.ly/cOpC50XO3bW
24.12.2025 18:20 β
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Ready to start seeing more trains on the I-90 floating bridge?
Weβre starting pre-revenue operations on the 2 Lineβs Crosslake Connection π
Head to The Platform blog to find out what that means for passengers and for the region: www.soundtransit.org/blog/platfor...
22.12.2025 23:04 β
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Commuters waiting on a platform as a Sound Transit Link light rail train is stopped at the station.
Itβs been one week since the 1 Line extension to Federal Way opened!
If you joined us for opening day β or even if you couldnβt make it β youβre invited to take our post-event survey. Weβd love your feedback on how we did, and how we can make the next opening even better. https://ow.ly/zjre50XIFTU
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Two Seattle Seahawks fans dressed in team colors and apparel at a busy train station with large windows and overhead signs.
Three people wearing Seattle Seahawks gear stand together on a subway platform with station signs overhead.
Crowd of football fans wearing team jerseys and hats walking along a train platform beside a Sounder train on a sunny day.
Person wearing a Seattle Seahawks Super Bowl XLVIII champions jacket and matching green beanie at an outdoor event.
Bring the noise, weβll bring the ride. ππ New 1 Line stations, ST Express routes, and special Sounder service make getting to the Seahawks game easier than ever. Plan your trip: https://www.soundtransit.org/seahawks
#SoundTransit #Seahawks
11.12.2025 23:28 β
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With the 1 Line extension to Federal Way open, all eyes are now on the 2 Line and Crosslake Connection!
With the major milestone of pre-revenue operations around the corner, hereβs an update of all the things weβve been working on.
#1Line #2Line
10.12.2025 21:36 β
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A graphic showing a purple screen in a transit station. Text reads "Let's Play SEA 26. Arrivals: June 15 Belgium v Egypt, June 19 USA v Australia, June 24 Qatar v TBD, June 26 Egypt v Iran, July 1 TBD and July 6 TBD."
Seattle welcomes the world! β½ With the FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule set, our region will host Belgium, Egypt, Iran, Qatar, Australia, and the U.S., with one more team to be named in March.
More details will be announced soon. Follow along for updates or check our website: https://ow.ly/Fpzy50XG17t
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Hello, South King County! The ribbon has been cut, the confetti
has flown, and three new Link light rail stations are open for travel. The celebration isnβt over. Follow for more at Federal Way Downtown, Star Lake and Kent Des Moines stationsπ
#1Line #SoundTransit #SouthKingLink
06.12.2025 19:08 β
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People walk up stairs at Federal Way Downtown Station
Big milestone tomorrow: the 1 Line extends to Kent Des Moines, Star Lake, and Federal Way Downtown!
Donβt miss a beat β sign up for rider alerts for real-time updates and opening day info: https://ow.ly/qN4B50XEnAj
#SouthKingLink #1Line
05.12.2025 22:47 β
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3 people stand side by side dressed in the new ST Shop Holiday Collection. First person is holding a sled, second person is holding snow shoes and the third person is holding a gift.
Two people stand next to each other, one holding a gift and the other holding a plate of cookies. Both are dressed in the gingerbread collection.
A person holding limited edition plush trains and wearing the matching snowflake sweater and pajama pants.
An infant is show popping through custom ST Shop snowflake wrapping paper, wearing a gingerbread onesie.
The ST Shop Holiday Collection is here! πβοΈ Time to sleigh your gift list in true transit style. πβ¨
Shop the limited-edition collection! πποΈ
soundtransitshop.com/collections/...
10.11.2025 18:46 β
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Light rail train traveling on an elevated track framed by vibrant orange autumn leaves under a partly cloudy sky.
A passenger train curves along a track beside a large body of water with autumn-colored trees on the hillside under a partly cloudy sky.
Sound Transit bus 574 parked on a tree-lined street with vibrant autumn foliage in red and orange hues.
Light rail train crossing a bridge surrounded by lush green trees under bright sunlight.
Fall plans? Leaf it to us to get you there π
Plan your trip: https://ow.ly/U8pv50XoWqp
08.11.2025 22:52 β
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Starting Nov. 8, weβll have a series of strategic closures on the 1 Line to support repairs, maintenance, and critical 2 Line integration work.
Learn more here: www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us...
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No pierdas la oportunidad de informarte y dar tu opiniΓ³n sobre los cambios propuestos al servicio de autobuses ST Express π Comparte tus comentarios hoy mismo: engage.soundtransit.org/serviceplan/...
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People wearing dark colored coats stand next to an ST Express bus
Donβt miss the opportunity to learn and provide feedback about the proposed ST Express bus service changes π Provide your feedback today: ow.ly/Y8tP50Xnj4p
05.11.2025 18:25 β
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Three workers stand near a steel cage on a construction site in Kent
Before the 1 Line officially extends to Kent Des Moines, Star Lake, and Federal Way Downtown on Dec. 6, weβre reflecting on the years of progress that made it possible.
Explore our photo look-back highlighting major milestones, art + train testing: https://ow.ly/J0W950XhgwX
#SouthKingLink #1Line
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