RapidRide - Schedules and Tickets
RapidRide is a network of limited-stop bus routes in King County, Washington, operated by King County Metro. It offers faster service with fewer stops, bus priority at traffic lights, and special lanes to bypass traffic. Services run at least every 10 minutes during peak hours and every 15 minutes during off-peak and weekends, with some lines offering night owl service.
RapidRide Routes and Schedules
Line | Route | Start Date | Schedules Monday to Friday | Saturday and Sunday schedules |
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A Line | Tukwila – Sea–Tac Airport – SeaTac – Des Moines – Kent – Federal Way | October 2010 | Daily and every 10 minutes | Daily and every 15 minutes |
B Line | Redmond – Overlake – Crossroads – Bellevue | October 2011 | Daily and every 10 minutes | Daily and every 15 minutes |
C Line | West Seattle – Downtown Seattle – South Lake Union | September 2012 | Daily and every 10 minutes | Daily and every 15 minutes |
D Line | Crown Hill – Ballard – Interbay – Uptown – Downtown Seattle | September 2012 | Daily and every 10 minutes | Daily and every 15 minutes |
E Line | Shoreline – Bitter Lake – West Green Lake – Downtown Seattle | February 2014 | Daily and every 10 minutes | Daily and every 15 minutes |
F Line | Burien – SeaTac – Tukwila – Renton | June 2014 | Daily and every 10 minutes | Daily and every 15 minutes |
H Line | Downtown Seattle – Delridge – White Center – Burien | March 2023 | Daily and every 10 minutes | Daily and every 15 minutes |
See all schedules here.
Map with Lines
How to Purchase RapidRide Tickets?
- Mobile Ticketing Apps: King County Metro offers mobile ticketing apps such as Transit GO Ticket and ORCA card app. You can download these apps to your smartphone, create an account, and purchase tickets directly from the app. Once purchased, simply activate your ticket when boarding the RapidRide bus.
- Ticket Vending Machines: Many Rapid.
- Onboard Purchase: While onboard RapidRide buses, you can also purchase tickets
History
The RapidRide system emerged from King County's "Transit Now" initiative in 2006, which garnered voter approval and financial support through a sales tax increase and grants. This initiative aimed to revolutionize public transit by introducing high-frequency service with quicker travel times, facilitated by dedicated lanes and signal priority.
The initial phase saw the launch of the A Line in 2010, leveraging existing HOV lanes. Subsequently, the B Line commenced operations in 2011, serving the Eastside region. Seattle's RapidRide corridors were introduced in 2012, marking a significant milestone in the network's expansion. Over time, further lines were added, complemented by enhancements and extensions to existing routes.
In response to evolving transportation needs and to optimize service, adjustments were made, including route restructurings and frequency enhancements. Notably, the H Line's inauguration in 2023, replacing Route 120, underscored the ongoing commitment to advancing public transit accessibility and efficiency in the region.
Contact
Customer service and Phone Numbers for RapidRide
- Website: https://kingcounty.gov/
- Adress: King Street Center 201 South Jackson Street Seattle, WA 98104-3856
- Email: rapidride@kingcounty.gov
- Phone: 206-263-9768
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