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.
NOTE: The service disruption between Florin and City College ended early and no disruption is in place on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
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 for preliminary concrete work.
Trains will still pass through the station, but riders needing to access Broadway Station will need to use the bus bridge 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 full service disruption is expected to end at 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 22, 2026.
*Note: Only Broadway Station is Closed. Trains will pass through the station.
First bus at 16th Street Station: 6:08 a.m.
Last bus at 4th Ave/Wayne Hultgren Station: 12:16 a.m.
*Note: Only Broadway Station is Closed. Trains will pass through the station.
First bus at 16th Street Station: 4:19 a.m.
Last bus at 4th Ave/Wayne Hultgren Station: 12:16 a.m.
Last bus at City College Station: 12:16 a.m.
*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 City College Station: 6:01 p.m.
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Last bus at 4th Ave/Wayne Hultgren Station: 12:16 a.m.
Last bus at 4th Ave/Wayne Hultgren Station: 10:16 p.m.
*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.
*Note: Bus bridge limits change to below at 6 a.m. on November 16. The limits are between 16th Street and 4th Ave/Wayne Hultgren until 6 a.m.
First bus at 13th Street Station: 6:22 a.m.
Last bus at City College Station: 12:16 a.m.
Last bus at City College Station: 12:16 a.m.
*Note: This bus bridge limit will end at 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 22.
Last bus at City College Station: 3:08 p.m.
*Note: This bus bridge limit will end at 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 22.
Bus Bridge Locations Nov 9 - 10
Note: Light Rail service is available toward CRC, only Broadway Station is closed.
Toward Watt/I-80 Station: Light Rail service available.
To Broadway Station: Take shuttle bus at northbound 16th Street at bus stop just past tracks
Toward Cosumnes River College Station: Light Rail service available.
NOTE: Only Broadway Station is closed. Trains will pass through the station.
To 16th Street Station: Board shuttle bus on eastbound Broadway at Light Rail Station curb.
To 4th Ave/Wayne Hultgren Station: Board shuttle bus on eastbound Broadway at Light Rail Station curb.
Note: Light Rail service is available toward Watt/I-80 only Broadway Station is closed.
Toward Watt/I-80 Station: Light Rail service available.
To Broadway Station: Take shuttle bus at northbound Freeport Blvd at bus route 62 bus stop.
Toward Cosumnes River College Station: Light Rail service available.
Bus Bridge Locations Nov 11 - 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: Board shuttle bus on eastbound Broadway at Light Rail Station curb.
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).
Alternative Bus Routes During the Blue Line Service Disruption
During the Blue Line service disruption between 13th Street and City College stations through November 22, riders can use existing SacRT fixed-route bus service as an alternative to light rail.
Depending on your destination, there are several bus options available. Review the routes below and choose the option that best fits your travel needs.
Traveling from 13th Street to City College
Riders traveling from the 13th Street area to City College have two bus options:
Option 1: Route 62 – Shorter Travel Time, More Walking
Estimated travel time: 35 minutes
This option offers a shorter overall travel time but requires approximately 12 minutes of walking to reach City College Station.
- Walk to the bus stop at 19th Street and Q Street. Alternatively, take the Gold Line to 16th Street Station and walk to 19th Street and Q Street.
- Board bus route 62 toward Pocket Transit Center.
- Exit the bus at Freeport Boulevard and 11th Avenue.
- Walk approximately 12 minutes to City College Station.
Please note: Bus route 62 drops off on the Freeport Boulevard side of City College, not directly at the light rail station.
Option 2: Routes 51 and 11 – Less Walking, Direct Drop-Off at City College
Estimated travel time: 48 minutes
This option takes approximately 10–15 minutes longer but involves significantly less walking and drops you off directly at City College Station. A bus transfer is required.
- Walk to the bus stop at 9th Street and Q Street.
- Board bus route 51 toward Florin Town Centre.
- Exit the bus at Broadway and 10th Street.
- Transfer to bus route 11 at the same bus stop.
- Exit the bus at City College Light Rail Station.
Traveling from 16th Street to 4th Avenue/Wayne Hultgren Station
Riders traveling from the 16th Street area to 4th Avenue/Wayne Hultgren Station can use bus route 62.
- Walk to the bus stop at 19th Street and Q Street.
- Board bus route 62 toward Pocket Transit Center.
- Exit the bus at 21st Street and 2nd Avenue.
- Walk approximately 8 minutes to 4th Avenue/Wayne Hultgren Station.
Plan Your Trip
For additional trip-planning assistance call SacRT Customer Service at 916-321-BUSS (2877).
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.
