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Rail Closures

ATTENTION: Starting with first trains on Friday, Sept. 25, buses will replace trains on the METRO Green Line between Raymond Ave. and Union Depot stations to allow for needed maintenance.

Please plan extra time for your trip. Replacement bus timing can vary and trips may take longer.

Train service will resume Monday, Sept. 28.

Alternate service also available to Snelling Ave. and downtown Minneapolis via Route 94.

Click on station name below for replacement bus map:
Raymond Ave. - eastbound trips only via replacement bus
Fairview Ave. 
Snelling Ave. 
Hamline Ave.
Lexington Pkwy.
Victoria St.
Dale St.
Western Ave.
Capitol/Rice St.
Robert St.
10th St.
Central 
Union Depot

Replacement bus service for shutdowns on the METRO Blue and Green lines

When rail maintenance, construction or other disruptions prevent light rail trains from operating, buses are used to replace rail service. Buses run on similar schedules as trains but can take more time. Customers are urged to plan accordingly. The maps below show where to board replacement buses on the Blue and Green lines.

Customers can receive additional information by calling 612-373-3333. When an unscheduled disruption occurs, real-time information is posted on Metro Transit's X and Facebook accounts. Customers may also sign up to receive alerts by text and email using Rider Alerts.


Downtown Minneapolis shared METRO station replacement bus maps

Click on a map to see a detailed view of where to catch your replacement bus


METRO Blue Line replacement bus maps

Click on a map to see a detailed view of where to catch your replacement bus


METRO Green Line replacement bus maps

Click on a map to see a detailed view of where to catch your replacement bus