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Events Ahoy! West Seattle Water Taxi is set for sailing to Mariners games, soccer matches and more this summer

You don’t need a soccer tournament to stay busy in Seattle this summer, and the King County Water Taxi wants to help you get to all of the events taking place downtown—as well as to that soccer tournament!  Weeknight trips after Mariners baseballWeeknight post-game sailings for the Seattle Mariners are returning this summer. The weekday…

A wrapped Waterfront Shuttle bus on Alaskan Way making its way south along the waterfront

SEA26: Getting around town—Metro launches Waterfront Shuttles for summertime fun

Cross posted from Metro Matters Metro’s new Waterfront Shuttle is now in service in downtown Seattle, connecting riders between the Seattle Center, the Seattle Aquarium and the Great Wheel on the downtown waterfront, historic Pioneer Square and our treasured Chinatown-International District. Rides are free thanks to a sponsorship from the Seattle FWC26 team, all part…

Hikers take to the trail after leaving Trailhead Direct bus

Trailhead Direct returns Memorial Day weekend with transit service to popular hiking destinations

Cross posted from Metro Matters Trailhead Direct, King County’s transit-to-trails service,  returns for its ninth season beginning Memorial Day weekend, making it easier for residents and visitors to explore the region’s outdoor spaces without the stress of driving or parking. Trailhead Direct is operated by King County Metro in partnership with King County Parks and…

Summer sunsets: Water Taxi’s summer sailing schedule starts Saturday, April 11, with the return of late-night weekend service to West Seattle

The world is coming to Seattle this summer, and the King County Water Taxi is ready to help visitors and  residents sail the Salish Sea with trips to West Seattle and Vashon. Both routes will see expanded  service: weekend and late-night runs on Fridays and Saturdays to West Seattle and “Summer Sundays” as part of…

Water Taxi Sally Fox sailing into the Vashon Ferry Terminal. King County Water Taxi logo in the top left and Ride in Style to Vashon across the bottom

“Vashon Summer Sundays” King County Metro Water Taxi Pilots Seven-Day Service to Vashon Island This Summer

King County Metro is launching a pilot program this summer that will bring Sunday Water Taxi service to Vashon Island, providing seven-day-a-week access between Seattle and Vashon Island. King County Metro is launching a pilot program that will bring Sunday Water Taxi service to Vashon Island, providing seven-day-a-week access between Seattle and Vashon Island. The…

Play ball! Ride transit to join the Mariners on their quest for the AL Crown!

Cross posted from Metro Matters The defending Western Division Champs are ready to storm the American League and take the 2026 AL Pennant! If you’re ready to join the Seattle Mariners on their quest, leave the car and home and let transit take you to T-Mobile Park this season. Home Run champ Cal Raleigh, Cy…

Recognizing those who keep transit moving every day! Transit Operator Appreciation Day and Transit Appreciation Week:

Wednesday, March 18, please thank our rolling and floating “ambassadors” as we celebrate Transit Operator Appreciation Day. Then next week we will celebrate March 22-28 as Transit Appreciation Week, which acknowledges and celebrates everyone who contributes to the operation of the best transit systems in America: King County Metro! These two holidays give you the…

Transit to NFC Championship Game Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks logos with bus and the words NFC Championship Game Game Day with Metro

Go Hawks! Transit will get you to Lumen Field for the NFC Championship Game

Cross posted from Metro Matters Our Seattle Seahawks play the biggest home game of the season on Sunday, Jan. 25, with a third and final game against the Los Angeles Rams to determine who goes to the Super Bowl! Bring your excitement to drown out Matthew Stafford, but let your car watch the game from…

Fan in Seahawks suit walking toward Lumen Field

Skip the playoff crush—use transit to get to Lumen Field

Cross posted from Metro Matters The road to the Super Bowl goes through Lumen Field! The Seahawks hold home field advantage throughout the playoffs, starting with a pivotal third game against the San Francisco 49ers Saturday night, Jan. 17. Bring your energy to make life miserable for Brock Purdy but leave your car at home.…

Big Game! Avoid the big crowds Thursday night and use transit to get to Lumen Field

Cross posted from Metro Matters Are you ready for a little Thursday Night football?? Rams… Seahawks… The battle for first place in the NFC West and possible home field throughout the playoffs comes to Lumen Field. Save your energy for yelling at Matthew Stafford, let Metro get you to the biggest game of the year!…