Seattle Seahawks fans heading to Sunday’s NFC Championship game against the Rams may find a less congested route to Lumen Field thanks to expanded public transit options. With ongoing highway construction in the region, Sound Transit is offering special Sounder train service in addition to its regular Link light rail, ST Express, and King County Metro services.
Expanded Transit Options for Game Day
The special Sounder service will operate on Sunday, January 25, for the 3:30 p.m. game. Two S Line trains will depart Lakewood for King Street Station, arriving at 1:07 p.m. and 1:27 p.m. respectively. An N Line train will also depart Everett at 12:45 p.m., arriving at King Street Station at 1:44 p.m.
Following the game, return Sounder trains will depart King Street Station approximately 10 and 45 minutes after the game’s conclusion. Parking is available at all Sounder stations, though early arrival is recommended, as facilities often fill up during major events.
Navigating the System
Link’s 1 Line runs every 10 minutes on weekends and serves 23 stations. Passengers traveling from the Eastside can connect to bus routes serving the stadium via the Link 2 Line. Schedules for Link, ST Express, and King County Metro are available online: soundtransit.org/schedule and kingcounty.gov/metro/schedules.
To streamline the post-game experience, riders can purchase a Day Pass at their originating station or utilize the Transit GO Ticket app. An ORCA card, available for $3, offers another convenient payment method and is valid on trains, buses, and ferries throughout the region. ORCA LIFT fares are available for low-income adult passengers, and reduced fares are offered to seniors and riders with disabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the first Sounder train depart Lakewood?
The first inbound Sounder S Line train departs Lakewood at 11:51 a.m.
How often does the Link 1 Line run on weekends?
Link’s 1 Line light rail service runs every 10 minutes on weekends.
Where can I find schedules for King County Metro buses?
King County Metro bus schedules can be found at kingcounty.gov/metro/schedules.
As fans prepare to cheer on the Seahawks, will utilizing these expanded transit options become a regular part of the game day experience?