2021 will be a big year in transit. The link light rail extension to Northgate will open, forever changing how we get to, through and from the neighborhood. More exciting additions to our neighborhood is the Roosevelt RapidRide opening the same year. RapidRide buses come so often you don’t need a time table. Unlike your standard Metro uses, RapidRide buses comes every 10 minutes and operate seven days a week. RapidRide bus stops also boost large user friendly way finding maps and real time data on bus arrival times.  

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RapidRides are those red and yellow buses you see around Seattle. They follow specific routes and operate much like a train; meaning they make less stops and make extensive use of transit signal priority to preempt traffic lights. One thing that helps these buses stick to their schedule is that you can tap your ORCA before boarding the bus. Taping on before you get in the bus means, you can board the bus using any of the doors. Don’t worry, you can also still use cash (or your ORCA card) like you would on a regular bus using the front door. Another cool amenity included in RapidRide buses is that they come equipped with free on board WiFi, so you can listen to that podcast, catch up on emails or maybe stream a movie.

Check out the proposed route here. Get involved in what’s happening in your area and what new changes that may be occurring. Adding more buses means less congestion and crowding on buses. Want to know more information on the changes happening in your area? Make sure to sign up for our newsletter.