What is King County Metro Access?
Metro Access provides origin-to-destination paratransit service in King County for people who cannot get to, or ride the regular Metro bus or light rail, some or all of the time, due to a disability. Riding the bus or rail isn’t always possible when you have a disability.
Is King County Metro still free?
After suspending fare collection in March, Metro riders will once again be charged for taking the bus in King County. Metro and Sound Transit stopped collecting fares in March in an effort to protect drivers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Who can use Metro Access?
To be eligible for MetroAccess service, an applicant must: Have a disability as defined by the ADA, and be unable to utilize the Metrobus and Metrorail system some or all of the time as a result of their disability.
Is Seattle metro still free?
While Metro buses (and the Seattle Streetcar) will continue to be free, Sound Transit resumed fares on light rail on June 1st and on express buses on July 1st.
What is Metro monthly access pass?
A regional monthly pass lets you travel on all transit services in the region for a specified period of time. Passes are valid on Community Transit, Everett Transit, King County Metro, King County Water Taxi, Kitsap Transit, Monorail, Pierce Transit, Seattle Streetcar, and Sound Transit.
How do I pay my King County Metro bus?
You can pay to ride Metro buses with cash, a Metro transfer, a Metro ticket, or an ORCA card. You will need to tap your ORCA card, deposit exact fare or ticket in the farebox at the front of the bus or show the driver your transfer. Drivers do not carry money.
Is public transportation open in Seattle?
The iconic Seattle Center Monorail travels between Westlake Center in downtown and Seattle Center at the base of Queen Anne hill. Regular operating hours are between 7:30am and 11pm, Monday-Friday, and from 8:30am to 11pm, Saturday & Sunday.
Who qualifies for Access Link?
Your ride qualifies for Access Link service if your pick-up and drop-off points are within a 3/4 mile radius of an eligible bus route or light rail station. This is known as the Access Link service area. Access Link shadows local fixed route buses and light rail stations.
