Struggling to find parking at the new Lynnwood City Center light rail station? You’re not alone. Parking fills up fast, but there’s a stress-free alternative: the bus.
“Taking the bus to light rail is easier than you think,” says Annmarie Gibson, assistant manager of Customer Care at Community Transit.
Interest in riding light rail means limited parking at light rail stations. Lynnwood City Center Station, which is managed by Sound Transit, has 1,900 parking spaces — 1,670 spots in its new five-story lot and 226 stalls in adjacent surface lots. About 500 stalls were added before the light rail opened.
Community Transit’s Ride Store is conveniently located near the bus bays at the new station. Gibson sees the daily frustration.
“The garage has been full nearly every day. With many of the spaces blocked off due to construction, there is less parking for light rail riders. People are frustrated.”
Gibson says she’s also seen the lots fill up when there are major athletic events and concerts at venues near light rail stations.
“If you’re going to a big event, the light rail is a great way to get there and can help you save on parking. But don’t count on finding an open parking spot at the station. At the Ride Store, we can help you find the best way to connect by bus.”
Riders can pay both for their bus and light rail fare with an ORCA card. Your ORCA fare is transferred when you switch between rides. With an ORCA card, pay just $2.50 for adult bus fares, $1.25 for discounted fares, and ride for free if you’re 18 or younger.
“You can get an ORCA card at the Ride Store. If you’re driving to the Ride Store, look for parking spots that are reserved for Ride Store customers. We’ve also helped customers find the best options to connect to light rail from their homes and other park & rides.”
“Our ADA-accessible parking spaces at Lynnwood City Center have also been at capacity and some are blocked off due to construction,” says Gibson. “At the Ride Store, we can help you find options for connecting to light rail that meet your unique needs.”
All Community Transit buses are accessible, with ramps and wheelchair lifts, low floors, and kneeling features to assist in boarding. Riders who are unable to ride fixed-route buses may qualify for Community Transit’s DART paratransit service. And for people who want to connect to transit by bike, every bus has a bike rack. Bike lockers are also available to rent at select transit centers, including Lynnwood City Center.
Getting to the light rail platform from your bus is easy. Just follow the signs at the station. Escalators and an elevator are available to help you get to the platform quickly.
Ready to plan your trip and learn more about connecting to light rail? Visit communitytransit.org/lightrail to get started.
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2 Responses
There are no bus stops near my house.
No parking? No problem! We’re taking away spots so that you have to take the Bus to Light Rail