ENBlue Line Service Disruptions
May 2026 Light Rail Service Disruptions
SacRT continues important station platform construction work along the Blue Line as part of the systemwide upgrade for new low-floor light rail vehicles in May 2026.
Please plan ahead and allow extra time when traveling on the Blue Line south between Franklin and 47th Avenue stations between Thursday, May 7 – Friday, May 22, 2026, due to station platform modifications at Meadowview and Florin stations.
Blue Line Service Disruption:
- Both Meadowview and Florin stations will be closed to passengers for three weeks.
- A bus bridge will be in place between 47th Avenue and Franklin Station.
- Blue Line light rail service will be available between Watt/I-80 and 47th Avenue stations and Franklin and Cosumnes River College stations.
These improvements are an essential step toward launching SacRT’s new fleet of low-floor light rail vehicles, which will offer faster boarding, platform boarding access, and a better experience for all riders.
Shuttle Bus Pick-Up Locations (May 7 - 22, 2026)
- Headed toward Watt/I-80: Light rail service available (no shuttle needed)
- Headed toward CRC: In bus loop
- Headed toward Watt/I-80: In bus loop
- Headed toward CRC: In bus loop
- Headed toward Watt/I-80: Bus loop at station.
- Headed toward CRC: Bus loop at station.
No bus service, Morrison Creek Station will be closed.
- Headed toward Watt/I-80: In bus loop
- Headed toward CRC: Light rail service available (no shuttle needed)
Shuttle Bus Times
- First bus at 47th Avenue Station: 4:28 a.m.
- Last bus at 47th Avenue Station: 11:33 p.m.
- First bus at Franklin Station: 5:01 a.m.
- Last bus at Franklin Station: 12:01 a.m.
- First bus at 47th Avenue Station: 5:03 a.m.
- Last bus at 47th Avenue Station: 11:33 p.m.
- First bus at Franklin Station: 5:31 a.m.
- Last bus at Franklin Station: 12:01 a.m.
- First bus at 47th Avenue Station: 5:33 a.m.
- Last bus at 47th Avenue Station: 9:33 p.m.
- First bus at Franklin Station: 6:01 a.m.
- Last bus at Franklin Station: 10:01 p.m.
How to Ride
- Traveling south from downtown to CRC:
Take Blue Line to 47th Avenue Station, transfer to the shuttle bus (bus bridge) at 47th Avenue Station. Buses will stop at Florin and Meadowview stations. Exit at Franklin Station and board the Blue Line train toward CRC Station.
- Starting at CRC and going north toward downtown:
Take Blue Line north to Franklin Station, transfer to the shuttle bus (bus bridge) to 47th Avenue Station. Buses will stop at Meadowview and Florin stations. Exit at 47th Avenue Station and board the Blue Line train toward Watt/I80 Station.
Rider Tips
- All bus bridge shuttles are accessible, with ramp deployment and priority seating.
- Shuttle buses operate every 20 – 30 minutes. They are not able to follow the train schedule due to surface street impacts such as traffic.
- Allow extra travel time for transfers.
Light Rail Modernization Project
SacRT’s light rail system first opened in 1987 and is now aging, with train cars reaching the end of their useful life and stations in need of upgrades. This modernization project will improve accessibility and reliability for all riders. Historically, ADA access was limited to the front train car, requiring most passengers to climb stairs to board. The modernization will allow boarding from any car for riders of all abilities.
Progress so far: All stations along the Gold Line have been modified to support two-car low-floor trains, and in 2026, additional work will begin to prepare for future three-car train operations on the Gold Line. On the Blue Line, four stations have been completed, and the remaining fifteen stations are scheduled for upgrades.
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.
