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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:

Wednesday, April 1 – Friday, April 10, 2026 

  • Bus bridge between Watt/I-80 and Roseville Road stations. 
  • Platform construction at Watt/I-80 and Watt/I-80 West stations. 
    Note: No shuttle bus service will be available at Watt/I-80 West Station.

Monday, April 13 – Wednesday, April 15, 2026 

  • Bus bridge between Roseville Road and Swanston stations, trains will pass through Marconi/Arcade station but not stop at the station. 
  • Note: On Friday, April 17, 2026 the train won’t pass through the station.
  • Platform construction at Marconi/Arcade Station.

Thursday, April 16 One-day Service Disruption

  • Bus Bridge between Watt/I-80 and Alkali Flat/La Valentina
  • Platform construction at Marconi

Friday, April 17 – Saturday, April 18, 2026 Two-Day Service Disruption

  • Bus Bridge from Watt/I-80 to Alkali Flat
  • Continued platform construction at Marconi

Sunday, April 19 – 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. 
  • Note: The train will not pass through the station on Friday, April 24.
  • Continued platform construction at Marconi/Arcade Station.

Friday, April 24 – Saturday, April 25, 2026 Two-Day Service Disruption

  • Bus Bridge from Watt/I-80 to Alkali Flat
  • Continued platform construction at Marconi

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

Watt/I-80 Station and Watt/I-80 West Closures 

  • Dates: Wednesday, April 1 – Friday, April 10, 2026
  • Impact: Blue Line service will be interrupted between Watt/I-80 and Roseville Road stations. 
  • Bus Bridge: Shuttle buses will operate between Watt/I-80 and Roseville Road stations, however, there will be no shuttle bus available at Watt/I-80 West Station. 
  • Stations Closed: Watt/I-80 and Watt/I-80 West stations.
  • Train Service: Blue Line light rail service will operate between Roseville Road and Cosumnes River College stations. 


Important Note: During construction efforts between April 1 – 10, 2026 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. 

Map Watt I-80 to Roseville Road

Shuttle Bus Pick-Up Locations (April 1 - 10, 2026)

  • Travel toward CRC: Board at Watt/I-80 (upstairs) southbound side
    Note: the Northbound side is closed for construction  

No Shuttle Bus Service  
Park-and-ride lot users should use Roseville Road Station. 

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

Shuttle Bus Times

Wednesday, April 1 – Monday, April 10, 2026

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

  • First bus at Watt/I-80 Station: 5:03 a.m. 
  • Last bus at Watt/I-80 Station: 10:48 p.m. 
  • First bus at Roseville Road Station: 5:56 a.m. 
  • Last bus at Roseville Road Station: 12:56 a.m. 
  • First bus at Watt/I-80 Station: 5:18 a.m. 
  • Last bus at Watt/I-80 Station: 10:48 p.m. 
  • First bus at Roseville Road Station: 6:26 a.m. 
  • Last bus at Roseville Road Station: 12:56 a.m. 
  • First bus at Watt/I-80 Station: 5:18 a.m. 
  • Last bus at Watt/I-80 Station: 8:48 p.m. 
  • First bus at Roseville Road Station: 6:56 a.m. 
  • Last bus at Roseville Road Station: 10:56 p.m. 

Roseville Road and Swanston station Closures 

  • Dates: Tuesday, April 14 – Friday, April 17, 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 13 - 15, 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 Alkali Flat/La Valentina Closures 

  • Date: Thursday, April 16, 2026
     
  • Impact: Blue Line service will be interrupted between Watt/I-80 and Alkali Flat/La Valentina station.

 

  • Bus Bridge: Shuttle buses will operate between Watt/I-80 and Alkali Flat/La Valentina stations.

 

  • Station Closed: Marconi/Arcade

 

  • Dates: Friday, April 17, – Saturday, April 18, 2026
     
  • Impact: Blue Line service will be interrupted between Watt/I-80 and Alkali Flat/La Valentina station.
  • Bus Bridge: Shuttle buses will operate between Watt/I-80 and Alkali Flat/La Valentina stations.
  • Station Closed: Marconi/Arcade

Roseville Road and Swanston station Closures 

  • Dates: Sunday, April 19 – 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 19 - 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 Alkali Flat/La Valentina Closures 

  • Dates: Friday, April 24 and Saturday, April 26, 2026
     
  • Impact: Blue Line service will be interrupted between Watt/I-80 and Alkali Flat/La Valentina station.
  • Bus Bridge: Shuttle buses will operate between Watt/I-80 and Alkali Flat/La Valentina stations.
  • Station Closed: Marconi/Arcade Paso station

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.

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