RapidRide I Line construction updates (October 2026)
Share your voice on proposed transit changes in Renton
As downtown Renton grows and evolves, King County Metro is seeking public feedback on proposed changes to a dozen bus routes and their bus stops in the Renton area.
The Renton Area Mobility Project supports the City of Renton’s ongoing changes to its downtown and will focus on connecting Metro service to the future Renton Transit Center, located near the South Renton Park-and-Ride.
Opening in 2028, the new transit center will connect Metro bus routes and Metro Flex services with the future RapidRide I Line and Sound Transit’s Stride S1 Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line, creating a regional transit hub with connections between Burien, Renton, Bellevue and beyond.
Take our survey by November 30 to tell us what you think about the proposed service changes. Metro will use public input to help shape decisions about the proposed network that we will share with the community in mid-2027, when we’ll ask for one more round of input.
Moving Stories: Share your story
Calling all people and communities who take RapidRide! WE want to hear YOUR stories!
King County Metro and 4Culture are working in partnership to produce Moving Stories, a public art initiative that brings together six regional artists to create twelve original short-form graphic novels inspired by the people, places, and experiences that make Metro’s RapidRide network unique.
Share your story online by Oct. 31, 2026, or leave us a voice message at 425-952-8132.
RapidRide I Line is coming to Renton, Kent and Auburn
King County Metro is building 17 miles of new RapidRide service in Renton, Kent, and Auburn. Once I Line is in service it will provide connections to the Renton Transit Center, Kent Transit Center and Auburn Station. The I Line will also connect riders to the RapidRide F Line, Sound Transit buses; Sounder Train; and local bus service, making it easier for people to travel to and from regional destinations and access a network of local bus routes. Metro is building RapidRide I Line to meet a critical need for improved north-south transportation options in south King County. Visit our website to check out our interactive map and learn about the passenger stations, and other improvements this project will bring!
What to expect during construction
Construction activity, mainly along roads and sidewalks, is underway. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, with some nighttime and weekend work. Construction may cause temporary changes or disruptions to your usual access or travel patterns along the RapidRide I Line route. The contractor will work in designated construction zones with potential temporary local impacts over the course of the project.
During construction, you can expect:
- Temporary parking restrictions
- Periodic lane and driveway closures
- Large machinery and truck activity
- Construction staging and parking impacts near some construction sites
- Some sidewalk, intersection, and lane closures
- Detours for people walking, biking, and rolling
- Temporary bus detours and bus stop relocations for Route 160 and other area transit and bus routes.
- Flaggers to direct traffic around work areas
Businesses are open and safety reminders
Businesses remain open during RapidRide I Line construction. While the area may experience temporary changes in appearance and accessibility, businesses and services remain fully operational and ready to welcome customers. You will also see “Business Open During Construction” signs to help guide customers to nearby business locations.
When traveling near I Line construction areas, please stay alert to changing conditions. Work zones can shift daily, so it is important to watch for updated traffic patterns, signage, and the presence of drivers, pedestrians, and people biking or rolling. Construction along this corridor will continue through 2027, which means ongoing activity and potentially increased traffic.
Please follow all crew instructions, posted signs, and guidance from flaggers, whose role is to help keep both travelers and workers safe. Your attentiveness, patience, and courtesy help ensure that everyone in the public right‑of‑way can return home safely each day.
Talbot Rd S & S 32nd St
- Work occurring on the west side of Talbot Rd S from October 7th to the 8th
- Roadway shoulder paving
108th Ave SE & SE 180th St
- Work occurring on the north side of SE 180t St from October 13 to the 16th
- Install sidewalk panels
Talbot Rd S & S 37th St
- Work occurring on the west side of Talbot Rd S from October 12th to the 30th
- Directional drilling for utilities
- Remove curb, gutter, sidewalk
Talbot Rd S & Valley Medical Center
- Work occurring on the east side of Talbot Rd S from October 12th to the 30th
- Remove curb, gutter, sidewalk
- Underground electrical work
- Install storm sewer components
- Install sidewalk, curb, and gutter
S Grady Way & Talbot Rd S
- Work occurring on the north side of S Grady Way from October 12th to the 26th
- Install waterline
- Directional drilling work for utilities
KENT
Central Ave S & S 266th St
- Work occurring on the west and east sides of Central Ave S from October 9th to the 30th
- Remove ADA curb and ramp (west)
- Install new curb and ADA ramp (west)
- Install shelter foundation and electronic information signpost (west)
- Install sidewalk (west)
- Remove sidewalk, curb, and gutter (east)
- Install storm drainage
Central Ave S & S 259th St
- Work occurring on the west and east sides of Central Ave S from October 9th to the 12th
- Install shelter structure and electronic information signpost (west and east)
- Install sidewalk panel (west)
108th Ave SE & SE 204th St
- Work occurring on the west side of 104th Ave SE from October 7th to the 22nd
- Remove sidewalk, curb, and gutter
- Install temporary handrail
- Install underground electrical
- Install sidewalk, curb, and gutter
104th Ave SE & SE 228th St
- Work occurring on the east side of 104th Ave SE from October 7th to the 27th
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- Install shelter drainage
- Install underground electrical
- Install shelter footings and electronic information signpost
- Install electronic information signpost
- Install curb, gutter, sidewalk
108th Ave SE & SE 216th St
- Work occurring on the east and west sides of 108th Ave SE from October 7th to the 24th
- Roadway paving (east)
- Remove roadway pavement (west)
- Remove curb, gutter, and sidewalk (west)
- Install shelter electrical (west)
104th Ave SE & SE 248th St
- Work occurring on the east and west sides of 104th Ave SE from October 9th to the 28th
- Underground electrical work (west)
- Install shelter electronic information signpost (east)
- Install curb, gutter, sidewalk (west)
- Pave driveway (west)
104th Ave SE & SE 235th St
- Work occurring on the west side of 104th Ave SE on October 29th
- Install shelter and electronic information signpost
Central Ave S & E Meeker St
- Work occurring on the west and east sides of Central Ave S from October 12th to the 30th
- Install curb, gutter, sidewalk (west)
- Install shelter footings (west)
- Install storm sewer components
- Pave roadway (east)
Central Ave S & E Willis St
- Work occurring on the east side of Central Ave S from October 26th to the 30th
- Remove curb, sidewalk, and roadway
- Pave roadway
- Install shelter foundation
AUBURN
Auburn Way N & 22nd St NE
- Work occurring on the east and west sides of Auburn Way N from October 7th to the 22nd
- Install bus shelter structure and electronic information signpost
Auburn Way N & 2nd St NE
- Work occurring on the east and west sides of Auburn Way N from October 5th to the 20th
- Install bus shelter structure and electronic information signpost
Auburn Way N & 42nd St
- Work occurring on the east side of Auburn Way N from October 23rd to the 26th
- Install bus shelter structure and electronic information signpost
Auburn Way N & 10th St NE
- Work occurring on the west side of Auburn Way N south of 9th St NE from October 6th to the 12th
- Install shelter footings
- Install new sidewalk
- Landscape site
Auburn Way N & 49th
- Work occurring on the east and west sides of Auburn Way N from October 6th to the 30th
- Install shelter footings (east)
- Install electronic information post (east)
- Install new sidewalk, curb, gutter (east)
- Landscape site (east)
- Remove sidewalk (west)
- Prepare for installing shelter footings (west)
- Electrical underground work (west)
Community Highlights
Renton
Truck or Treat
October 30 | 5PM to 7:30PM | Renton Community Center
Explore Halloween stations hosted by City of Renton departments and community partners, collect treats, and get an up-close look at awesome trucks and specialty vehicles. Don’t miss the Halloween music and fun photo opportunities. Learn more.
Kent
Haunted Boo-Levard
October 31st | 4PM to 7PM | 438 Ramsay Way Kent, WA
Celebrate Halloween with Kent Station and the City of Kent at Haunted Boo-Levard! Families are invited to dress in costume and enjoy an evening of trunk-or-treating, decorated vehicles and pop-up booths, the Kent Station tenant Candy Crawl and family-friendly activities. Admission is free, and the event will take place rain or shine. Learn more.
Auburn
Halloween Harvest Festival & Trunk-or-Treat
October 24 | 1PM to 5PM | Les Gove Park
Join us at our Halloween Harvest Festival and Trunk-or-Treat for kids ages 2-10 and their families.
This fun-filled fall afternoon will include games, crafts, BOO-seum, food vendors, and a fun Trunk-or-Treat experience around Les Gove Park. Your little goblin will not want to miss this event! Learn more.
