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Blue Line Service Disruptions

Construction Work Impacts North Area Blue Line Service

Service disruptions on the Blue Line are underway for station platform modifications to meet the height requirement of the new low-floor light rail vehicles to begin operation on the Blue Line.

To keep riders moving, bus bridges (shuttle buses between stations) are in place during disruptions.

Service Disruption Schedule:

Saturday, April 18, 2026  – Thursday, April 23, 2026
  • Bus bridge between Roseville Road and Swanston stations, trains will pass through Marconi/Arcade station but not stop at the station.
  • Platform construction at Marconi/Arcade Station.

Friday, April 24 – Saturday, April 25, 2026 

  • Bus Bridge from Watt/I-80 to Cathedral Square (10th & K and 11th & K).
  • Continued platform construction at Marconi/Arcade Station

Note: During April construction, buses will not serve the Watt/I-80 West Station. Riders who normally use the park-and-ride lot are encouraged to park at Roseville Road Station instead.

 

Please check the website often for possible date changes due to weather and other factors.   

Roseville Road and Swanston station Closures 

  • Dates: Saturday, April 18 – Thursday, April 23, 2026
     
  • Impact: Blue Line service will be interrupted between Roseville Road and Swanston stations.

  • Bus Bridge: Shuttle buses will operate between Roseville Road and Swanston stations.

  • Station Closed: Marconi/Arcade

  • Train Service: Blue Line light rail service will operate to the north between Roseville Road and Watt/I-80 and to the south between Swanston  Cosumnes River College stations.
Roseville road to Swanston station map

Shuttle Bus Pick-Up Locations (April 18 - 23, 2026)

  • Travel toward CRC: Board bus near station platform
  • Travel toward Watt/I-80: Light Rail service available (no shuttle needed)
  • Travel toward Watt/I-80: Light Rail Station Platform 
  • Travel toward CRC: Light Rail Station Platform 
  • Travel toward Watt/I-80: Board bus near station platform 
  • Travel toward CRC: Light rail service available (no shuttle needed) 

Shuttle Bus Times

Shuttle buses rotate between the impacted stations about every 20 – 30 minutes. 

  • First bus at Roseville Road Station: 5:05 a.m. 
  • Last bus at Roseville Road Station: 10:50 p.m. 
  • First bus at Swanston Station: 5:46 a.m. 
  • Last bus at Swanston Station: 12:46 a.m. 

Watt/I-80 and Cathedral Square Closures 

  • Dates: Friday, April 24 and Saturday, April 25, 2026
  • Impact: Blue Line service will be interrupted between Watt/I-80 and Cathedral Square (10th & K and 11th & K) stations.
  • Bus Bridge: Shuttle buses will operate between Watt/I-80 and 11th & K stations.
    Note: No shuttle bus service will be available at Watt/I-80 West Station.
  • Station Closed: Marconi/Arcade Station
Map Watt I-80 to Alkali Flat

Shuttle Bus Pick-Up Locations (April 24 - 25, 2026)

  • Travel toward CRC: Board bus at Watt Ave on street above station. 

No shuttle bus service available. Park and ride users should use Roseville Road. 

  • Travel toward Watt/I-80: Light Rail Station Platform 
  • Travel toward CRC: Light Rail Station Platform 
  • Travel toward Watt/I-80: Light Rail Station Platform 
  • Travel toward CRC: Light Rail Station Platform 
  • Travel toward Watt/I-80: Light Rail Station Platform 
  • Travel toward CRC: Light Rail Station Platform 
  • Travel toward Watt/I-80: E/B Arden at 23 Bus Stop 
  • Travel toward CRC: W/B Arden just past Beaumont 
  • Travel toward Watt/I-80: Board bus near station platform 
  • Travel toward CRC: Board bus near station platform
  • Travel toward Watt/I-80: Eastbound Del Paso just past Baxter 
  • Travel toward CRC: just after crosswalk at Acoma St 
  • Travel toward Watt/I-80: Board bus near station platform 
  • Travel toward CRC: Board bus near station platform
  • Travel toward Watt/I-80: On H Street, just past 12th Street on the southwest corner
  • Travel toward CRC: On 12th Street, just before I Street
  • Travel toward Watt/I-80: Board shuttle bus at 9th & K Station
  • Travel toward CRC: Light rail service available at 10th and K Station (no shuttle needed) 
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Shuttle Bus Times

Shuttle buses rotate between the impacted stations about every 20 – 30 minutes. 

*First five buses on April 24 and the first two on the 25 start at Swanston Station. 

Note: No shuttle bus service will be available at Watt/I-80 West Station.

  • First bus at Watt/I-80: 3:53 a.m.* 
  • Last bus at Watt/I-80: 10:48 p.m. 
  • First bus at Cathedral Square 5:38 a.m. 
  • Last bus at Cathedral Square: 12:38 a.m. 
  • First bus at Watt/I-80: 4:27 a.m.*
  • Last bus at Watt/I-80: 6:03 p.m. 
  • First bus at Cathedral Square: 6:08 a.m. 
  • Last bus at Cathedral Square: 6:08 p.m. 

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. 

Map Cathedral Square to Watt-I80 - Blue Line

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: Next to light rail platform 
  • Headed toward CRC: Next to light rail platform 

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.

photo of a light rail station

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.

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