March 2026
Light rail service from Seattle to the Eastside starts March 28!
Sound Transit will open the Crosslake Connection on March 28, completing the 2 Line! The connection across Lake Washington will bring the region closer together, linking Seattle and the east side.
Photo courtesy of Sound Transit.
Judkins Park Station
The connection includes Seattle’s newest light rail station: Judkins Park. With entrances on Rainer Avenue S and 23rd Avenue S, nearby bus stops, and trail access, Judkins Park station provides a great new option for people traveling across the city and region.
Graphic courtesy of Sound Transit.
Opening Day Celebrations
Come celebrate the opening of the connection with Sound Transit and the City of Seattle!
- 9 AM: Ribbon-cutting and street fair at Sam Smith Park
- 10 AM: First train leaves Judkins Park Station
- 10 AM - 2 PM: Community events along the new alignment
Visit Sound Transit’s website for more information.