ATTENTION: Starting at 10 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 22 until Saturday, Oct. 4: Replacement bus service will be available for the entire METRO Blue Line. Replacement bus timing varies and trips take longer. Please plan extra time for your trip.
The full Blue Line will be unavailable due to Phase 1 of the Track & Signals project.
NOTE: There will be no service on Blue or Green lines between U.S. Bank and Target Field stations during this closure. The Green Line will serve U.S. Bank Stadium station, allowing customers to catch a return eastbound train to the University of MN and St. Paul or transfer to a replacement bus further into downtown or southbound to Mall of America.
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Work being completed during this phase includes:
- Replacement of worn track along the entire corridor.
- Rail switch replacement in Cedar-Riverside area.
Learn more about the work being done during the Track & Signals project along with a helpful FAQ and alternate route information.
Find replacement bus location maps here.
Please plan extra time for your trip. Replacement bus timing can vary and trips may take longer.
- Replacement bus schedules will be available.
- Track replacement buses with NexTrip.
Paying your fare:
Unlike prior closures, customers will be required to pay their fare upon boarding replacement buses.
- Board through front door and pay the farebox with cash or use your Go-To Card or pass on the card reader.
- Our app makes paying your way easy – learn more.
Give us feedback! Using our partner app Transit during the closure gives you the opportunity to give us real-time feedback about your experience. Hit “Go” when riding a Blue Line replacement bus!
The Track & Signals project is part of the Renew the Blue system restoration initiative and will help it remain a safe, reliable, and affordable transit option for many years to come!
