Plan your trip to Seattle this week

The West Seattle Bridge leads north to the stadiums and downtown Seattle. Photo: SDOT

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It’s been a busy week in Seattle for emergency repairs, planned construction and major events. If you’re traveling to or from the city this week, read more below to start planning ahead and prepare for traffic impacts.

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Disruption of light rail services continues.

Light rail will continue to use a single track between Westlake Station and Stadium Station. All trains from Angle Lake and Northgate currently terminate at Pioneer Square. Riders proceeding beyond Pioneer Square must transfer between trains.

Trains run every 15 to 20 minutes to all stations.

For the latest information on light rail service, check out Sound Transit’s Service alert page Or Follow them on Twitter.

General information about alternative transportation options can be found in this blog post. Read below for ways to get to or from the stadiums during this disruption.

Northbound SR 99 on-ramp is closed until further notice.

Northbound SR 99 from the eastbound West Seattle Bridge is now closed to allow WSDOT crews to repair a large pothole. Drivers heading into downtown Seattle should use a detour and expect travel delays.

Find location:

• The Spokane St. Lowe Bridge remains open for driving or bicycling.
• Eastbound drivers on the West Seattle Bridge may use northbound I-5.
• The First Avenue South and Fourth Avenue South exits will remain open for detours around the closure.

do you go by bus Buses to downtown West Seattle High Bridge to NB 99 are detoured, including Rapid Ride C.

Weekend work at 3rd Ave and Pike Street

Due to construction planned for the Waterfront Seattle program, 3rd Ave between Union and Pine Streets near Pike Place Market will be completely closed to traffic on Saturday, May 6th and Sunday, May 7th.

King County Metro Bus Lines Affected: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 7(49), 13, 21, 24, 27, 33, 40, 62, 124, 131, 132, & 678 (H Line) .

Get service alerts and get bus route information on King County Metro website.

This work is part of the Pike Pine Streetscape and Bike Improvement Project, which will provide a vibrant pedestrian experience along Pike and Pine Streets between Capitol Hill and Pike Place Market, connected to the new waterfront. We highly recommend signing up for Pike Pine’s weekly construction email to stay up-to-date on ongoing work activity and potential construction impacts.

For updates on Waterfront Seattle projects, Follow them on Twitter Or check Construction page Their website.

Major events in Seattle

Several Seattle sports teams are scheduled to play home games this week. Traveling to, to or around stadiums? Don’t get stuck in traffic!

We encourage you to think ahead, vary your travel times and avoid driving alone during events. You may also want to use different modes of transportation to or from these events in the area, such as biking or scootering, taking the bus, riding the streetcar, or using light rail.

Upcoming games: Thursday May 4th to Wednesday May 10th

Getting there:

Lumen field

Due to the impact of light rail service, those traveling north of Pioneer Square to Lumen will need to transfer to another train, bus or other transportation option. The best transfer options available at Pioneer Square Station for onward travel to Lumen Field include:

• Bus to Jackson and 4th: Routes 7, 14, 36
• Bus to 3^rd & main/4^Th Island and Jackson: Routes 21, 131, 132
• Bikeshare, scooter sharing: 5-10 minutes ride in Yesler/Accident [map]
• Walking distance: 10-15 minutes along Occidental Ave.
• Riders prefer to transfer to the First Hill Streetcar at the Capitol Hill station and take the 5^Th & Jackson or Spontaneous Mall.

T-Mobile Park

Due to the impact of light rail service, those arriving from areas north of Pioneer Square Station will need to transfer to a different train, bus or walking/biking connection. The best transfer options for your next trip to T-Mobile Park in Pioneer Square include:

• 15-20 minutes walk from Pioneer Square Station on Occidental or 1^St Ave S
• 10-15 minute bike or scooter from Pioneer Square Station in Yesler/Casual/1^St Ave S

Climate Promise Arena

Due to light rail service impacts, those arriving from areas south of Pioneer Square Station will have to transfer. The best bus transfer options in Pioneer Square include:

• West of Arena/Seattle Center (Queen Anne and 1^St Aves N): D Line, Route 1

• East of downtown Seattle (5^Th Ave N): Avenues 3, 4

Other tools to help you plan your trip:

Wherever you go, know before you go! Check our real-time commuter map for the latest traffic conditions in the city.

Travel safe this week and beyond, Seattle!