ENBlue Line Service Disruptions
Blue Line Service Disruptions Planned for November 2026
SacRT will conduct platform construction work at Broadway Station and install permanent detectable warning tiles at three Blue Line stations in November 2026. The work will require temporary station closures and service disruptions, with shuttle buses available to help riders reach affected stations.
Riders are encouraged to plan ahead and check back for updates as additional details become available.
Detectable Warning Tile Installation: November 5 – 8
SacRT will be grinding the platforms to install permanent detectable warning tiles on the station platforms at Watt/I-80, 47th Avenue and Fruitridge stations between Thursday, November 5 and Sunday, November 8, 2026.
The work will require temporary service disruptions at each of the three stations. On the day work occurs at a station, Blue Line trains will not be able to pass through the station.
Shuttle buses will be available to transport riders between affected stations while the work is underway.
Thursday, November 5: Watt/I-80 Station
A bus bridge will be in place on the Blue Line starting at 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. between Watt/I-80 Station and Roseville Road Station during construction. A shuttle bus will not be available at Watt/I-80 West Station.
Friday, November 6: Fruitridge Station
A bus bridge will be in place on the Blue Line starting at 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. between Florin and City College stations.
Saturday, November 7 to Sunday, November 8: 47th Ave Station
A bus bridge will be in place on the Blue Line starting at Saturday, November 7th 6 a.m. to Sunday, November 8th 6 p.m. between Florin and City College stations.
Broadway Station Platform Construction: November 9–22
SacRT will begin construction to raise the platform at Broadway Station on Monday, November 9, through Sunday, November 22, 2026. The work will require different areas to have temporary service disruptions on the Blue Line.
November 9 – 10: Blue Line Bus Bridge between 16th and 4th Ave/Wayne Hultgren Stations
Broadway Station will be closed to passengers on Monday, November 9, and Tuesday, November 10 between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m. for preliminary concrete work.
A bus bridge will operate on the Blue Line between 16th Street and 4th Avenue/Wayne Hultgren stations.
November 11 – 14: Blue Line Bus Bridge Between 13th Street and City College Stations
Starting on Wednesday, November 11 at 6 a.m. the bus bridge on the Blue Line will be between 13th Street and City College stations. The service disruption limits will change on Saturday, November 14 at 6 p.m.
Note: During this service disruption, the 16th Street Station is still available for Gold Line riders.
November 14 – 16: Blue Line Bus Bridge between 16th and 4th Ave/Wayne Hultgren Stations
Starting on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 6 p.m. the bus bridge on the Blue Line will shorten to between 16th Street and 4th Ave/Wayne Hultgren stations through Monday, November 16, 2026 at 6 a.m.
November 16 – 22: Blue Line Bus Bridge Between 13th Street and City College Stations
Starting on Monday, November 16 at 6 a.m., the bus bridge will be between 13th Street and City College stations. This service disruption will end on Sunday, November 22 at 3 p.m.
Note: During this service disruption, the 16th Street Station is still available for Gold Line riders.
What Is a Bus Bridge?
A bus bridge is a temporary shuttle bus service used when light rail trains cannot operate on a portion of the light rail line.
Bus bridge buses help riders travel to their destination station around the affected segment of the light rail system when there is no train service.
Riders may need to exit the station and go to a designated nearby location to board a shuttle bus.
Shuttle Bus Times
Shuttle bus operate every 20 – 30 minutes.
*Note: The service disruption is expected to end at 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 22, 2026.
First bus at Watt/I-80 Station:
Last bus at Watt/I-80 Station:
First bus at Roseville Road Station:
Last bus at Roseville Road Station:
*Note: No service at Watt/I-80 West Station.
Last bus at City College Station:
*Note: The contractor might not need this day.
Last bus at 4th Ave/Wayne Hultgren Station:
Last bus at City College Station:
*Note: This bus bridge limit will end at 6 p.m. on Saturday, November 14 and change to between 16th Street and 4th Ave/Wayne Hultgren stations.
Last bus at 4th Ave/Wayne Hultgren Station:
*Note: This bus bridge limit ends at 6 a.m. on Monday, November 16th the bus bridge limits change to between 13th Street and City College stations.
Last bus at City College Station:
*Note: This bus bridge limit will end at 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 22.
Bus Bridge Locations Nov 5
Toward Cosumnes River College: Watt Ave Upstairs at the northbound bus stop
*Note: No bus bridge available at Watt/I-80 West
No bus bridge available at Watt/I-80 West Station.
Toward Watt/I-80 Station: At the station platform
Toward Cosumnes River College Station: Light rail service available
Bus Bridge Locations Nov 6 - 8
Toward Watt/I-80 Station: Light Rail service available
Toward Cosumnes River College Station: Shuttle at bus loop.
Toward Watt/I-80 Station: On westbound Fruitridge at the bus stop in front of the light rail station
Toward Cosumnes River College Station: On eastbound Fruitridge at the bus stop across from the light rail station
Toward Watt/I-80 Station: At the station bus loop
Toward Cosumnes River College Station: At the station bus loop
Toward Watt/I-80 Station: At the station bus loop
Toward Cosumnes River College: Light Rail service available
Bus Bridge Locations Nov 9 - 22
Toward Watt/I-80 Station: Light Rail is operating.
Toward Cosumnes River College: On R Street after 13th Street in front of the SacRT Customer Service and Sales Center.
*Note: The bus bridge extends to 13th Street Station on certain dates (Nov 11 – 14 and Nov 16 – 22).
Toward Watt/I-80 Station: At northbound 16th Street at bus stop just past tracks
Toward Cosumnes River College Station: At northbound 16th Street at bus stop just past tracks
Toward Watt/I-80 Station: Westbound on Broadway at bus route 51 bus stop, across from the station.
Toward Cosumnes River College Station: On eastbound Broadway at Light Rail Station curb
Toward Watt/I-80 Station: Northbound Freeport Blvd at bus route 62 bus stop.
Toward Cosumnes River College Station: Southbound Freeport Blvd just past Vallejo
Toward Watt/I-80 Station: At the station bus loop
Toward Cosumnes River College Station: Light Rail service available
*Note: The bus bridge extends to City College Station on certain dates (Nov 11 – 14 and Nov 16 – 22).
Why the Blue Line Needs This Construction Work
SacRT is raising station platforms by eight inches along the Blue Line so they meet the height requirements for the new low-floor trains. These upgrades will make boarding significantly easier for all riders, particularly seniors, individuals with disabilities, families with strollers, and passengers using mobility devices. This work requires temporarily shutting down the track segment so crews have safe access to the platform areas. Unlike many Gold Line stations, Blue Line stations are bordered by active Union Pacific Railroad tracks or nearby buildings, leaving no space to safely stage heavy equipment while trains continue operating. As a result, this work can only be completed when trains are not in service.
Why Closures Are Short and Targeted
Even with the complexity of Blue Line construction, SacRT is using one of the fastest turnaround schedules in the transit industry:
- Multiple stations completed within 15 to 21 day construction windows
- Shorter closures than those used by comparable agencies
- In contrast, when Los Angeles Metro modernized its Blue Line, the system experienced nine months of closures across two segments
SacRT deliberately designed the construction schedule to minimize long-term disruptions while completing the required upgrades quickly and safely.
Safety Reminder
Many station platforms have been raised eight inches to meet the height requirements of the new low-floor trains. Riders are reminded to watch their step when traveling through stations and to cross at the ends of platforms rather than in the middle for safety.
Thank you for your patience as we work to make the system more accessible, reliable, and ready for the future.
Stay Informed
Thank you for your patience as we make improvements to the Blue Line to provide a more accessible, reliable, and modern transit experience. For real-time updates, download the free Alert SacRT app or visit sacrt.com/alerts.
The AlertSacRT app is an essential tool for Sacramento transit users, offering real-time rider alerts and a discreet, effective way to report safety and security concerns directly to Regional Transit Police Services (RTPS). Users can send anonymous messages, including text, photos, or six-second videos, to report suspicious activities.
By downloading AlertSacRT, passengers not only stay updated on service disruptions but also play a pivotal role in maintaining the safety and security of the transit system.
