ENSacRT commenced platform construction along the Blue Line to modernize the light rail system in preparation for the new low-floor light rail vehicles. This project is an essential step toward enhancing accessibility and improving the rider experience.
There are two more service disruptions at Globe and Alkali Flat/La Valentina stations.
- Saturday, May 3 and Sunday, May 4, 2025: A bus bridge will be in place between Globe and 11th & K stations for construction at Alkali Flat/La Valentina Station. K Street will be closed to vehicles from 8th Street to 12th Street.
- Saturday, May 31, 2025: A bus bridge will be in place between Alkali Flat/La Valentina and Marconi/Arcade stations for construction at Globe Station.
These closures are expected to be the last for this phase of construction on the Blue Line.
Looking ahead, SacRT is preparing to enter the next stage of construction, which will include modifications to the remaining Blue Line stations and further upgrades to Gold Line stations to accommodate three-car train operations. While the project timeline is still being developed, construction is anticipated to begin in early 2026.
The schedule may shift depending on weather and other factors, so we encourage riders to check SacRT’s website or download the free Alert SacRT app for the latest service updates.
SERVICE DISRUPTIONS
Saturday, May 3 and Sunday, May 4, 2025: Due to final construction at Alkali Flat/La Valentina Station to install detectable warning surfaces, a bus bridge (shuttle bus between stations) will be in place.
- Blue Line: A bus bridge between Globe and 11th & K stations.
Saturday, May 3, 2025:
- First Bus at 11th & K: 4:27 a.m.
- Last Bus at 11th & K: 10:54 p.m.
- First Bus at Globe: 6:08 a.m.
- Last Bus at Globe: 12:38 a.m.
Sunday, May 4, 2025:
- First Bus at 11th & K: 4:57 a.m.
- Last Bus at 11th & K: 6:54 p.m.
- First Bus at Globe: 6:38 a.m.
- Last Bus at Globe: 6:53 p.m.
Bus Bridge Locations:
11th & K Street Bus Service
- Travel toward Watt/I-80: at platform
- Travel toward CRC: light rail service available
12th & I Street Bus Service
- Travel toward Watt/I-80: Westbound I Street just before 12th
- Travel toward CRC: Southbound 12th Street just before I St at corner
Alkali Flat/La Valentina Bus Service
- Travel toward Watt/I-80: Westbound E St at 33 bus stop
- Travel toward CRC: Light rail service available.
Globe Bus Service
- Travel toward Watt/I-80: Eastbound Del Paso just past Baxter
- Travel toward CRC: just after crosswalk at Acoma St
Saturday, May 31, 2025: Due to roadway stripping at Globe Station a bus bridge (shuttle bus between stations) will be in place.
- Blue Line: A bus bridge between Alkali Flat/La Valentina and Marconi/Arcade stations.
Saturday, May 31, 2025:
- First Bus at Maconi/Arcade: 4:27 a.m.
- Last Bus at Maconi/Arcade: 10:54 p.m.
- First Bus at Alkali Flat/La Valentina: 6:08 a.m.
- Last Bus at Alkali Flat/La Valentina: 12:38 a.m.
Bus Bridge Locations:
Alkali Flat/La Valentina Bus Service
- Travel toward Watt/I-80: Westbound E St at 33 bus stop
- Travel toward CRC: Light rail service available.
Globe Bus Service
- Travel toward Watt/I-80: Eastbound Del Paso just past Baxter
- Travel toward CRC: just after crosswalk at Acoma St
Arden/Del Paso Bus Service
- Travel toward Watt/I-80: at platform
- Travel toward CRC: at platform
Royal Oaks Bus Service
- Travel toward Watt/I-80: E/B Arden at 23 Bus Stop
- Travel toward CRC: W/B Arden just past Beaumont
Swanston Bus Service
- Travel toward Watt/I-80: at Light Rail Station Platform
- Travel toward CRC: at Light Rail Station Platform
Marconi/Arcade Bus Service
- Travel toward Watt/I-80: Light Rail service available
- Travel toward CRC: at Station platform
Rider Reminder! Riders are reminded to watch their step when traveling in Gold and Blue Line stations as the platform areas have been raised eight inches to meet the height requirement of the new low-floor light rail trains. For safety reasons riders are urged to cross the stations at the ends of each platform and not in the middle of the station to avoid the raised curb.
Note: The Arden/Del Paso Station park-and-ride lot is currently closed through the end of the year, however there is still train and bus service at the station.
Learn more about the Light Rail Modernization project at sacrt.com/modernization.
Blue Line Riders Reminder:
SacRT will continue to operate the high-floor trains on the Blue Line. The transition to low-floor vehicles on this line is anticipated in 2027, once the station platform construction is completed and additional light rail vehicles are purchased.
A look at the Gold Line station platform construction from February 2023 through June 2024.
Plan your Trip on SacRT
For trip planning assistance, visit sacrt.com/planyourtrip or call 916-321-BUSS (2877).