Last Updated: September 2024

The Transportation Services Division is responsible for addressing and enhancing traffic and pedestrian safety, as well as planning for long-term transportation improvements.

Public Transportation

Lime e-Scooters and e-Bikes now in Shoreline!

Shoreline is excited to announce a two-year pilot program with Lime for scooter and bike share, supporting our commitment to sustainable transportation. Devices will be able to travel between Shoreline and Seattle. For more information on the program and how to download the mobile app, visit the Scooter/Bike webpage.  

If you have questions or issues with the service or devices (including any device parked inappropriately), call or text Lime at 1-888-546-3345 or email Support @li.me.

Sound Transit Light Rail has Launched in Shoreline!

Sound Transit began its light rail Lynnwood Link Extension service on August 30, 2024!  This extends the light rail line from the Northgate Station all the way to Lynnwood with two new stations in Shoreline.  Visit the Sound Transit project page for additional information and maps.

King County Metro Bus Route Changes – Stay Informed

King County Metro completed an updated bus service network in Shoreline effective September 14, 2024. This network update was designed to roughly coincide with the new light rail service in Shoreline (Northgate to Lynnwood) launching on August 30, 2024. There are significant changes to service in Shoreline.  Please visit the King County Metro Lynnwood Link Connections web page to view the new transit network.  

Metro route and schedule information can provide current bus route information with connections to the Northgate light rail station.

Sound Transit SR-522/NE 145th Street Stride Bus Rapid Transit Project

Sound Transit is currently designing bus rapid transit (BRT) for frequent service connecting SR 522 (Bothell Way) to SR 523 (145th Street) and the future Shoreline South/145th light rail station. Follow the project timeline and sign up for email updates on the Sound Transit project page

King County Metro Community Van

Community Van - Join a ride or propose a trip - just need one other party to participate.
King County Metro has partnered with Hopelink Mobility Management and participating cities to provide residents with customized options for getting around when bus service cannot meet their needs.  All trips are driven by Metro approved volunteer drivers and are dependent on volunteer availability.  Trips are scheduled in advance through a local coordinator (this is not an on-demand service, so prepare in advance).  Visit the Hopelink Community Van website for more information.  

Community Transit - Swift Blue Line Expansion 2024

Community Transit, which services mainly Snohomish County, has conducted a review of their Swift Blue Line which currently terminates at the Aurora Village Transit Center (AVTC).  Part of the review was to determine how to connect with future Sound Transit light rail in Shoreline which is scheduled to begin service in late 2024.  Community Transit will be extending the Swift Blue Line from the AVTC to the Shoreline North/185th light rail station via N 200th Street, Meridian Avenue, and N 185th Street. This will be an express route with no stops between the AVTC and Shoreline North/185th Station.  Some minor roadway improvements (mostly striping) will be installed in late spring/early summer 2024.  Updates can be followed on the Swift Blue Line webpage.  

Traveling in Downtown Seattle

Seattle is finishing up major construction in the downtown/waterfront area.  More information for navigating downtown can be found at Seattle Traffic.

Questions regarding regional transportation

For questions regarding regional transportation in Shoreline and central Puget Sound, please contact these transportation service providers:

Long Term Transportation Planning

  • Transportation Master Plan (TMP) - Long range plan for the transportation network in Shoreline.
    An update to the 2011 TMP is now underway!
    •  TMP Update webpage
    • Mobility Hubs - The City was fortunate to have a UW Evans School team complete a capstone project to research Mobility Hubs and how they may be utilized in Shoreline.  A final report and presentation video are both available for viewing.
  • 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) -  State required 6-year transportation plan

    • Current Studies, Plans, Programs, and Projects

    Traffic Services

    • Traffic Services Webpage  -  This page contains information and links to street lights, traffic signals, traffic signs, speed limits, driver education, and traffic counts and reports.  

    Additional Links

    Please visit Administrative Services for questions regarding the Transportation Benefit District.