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Sound Transit Announces 2 Line Opening for March 2026

3/27/2026

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Sound Transit will officially open the 2 Line across Lake Washington on March 28, 2026, connecting Redmond to Seattle's Chinatown International District.
2 Line adds 14 miles and 10 stations, bringing the network to 63 miles.
Delays stemmed from construction issues.
Expansions include Lynnwood extension in August 2024 and Federal Way extension in December 2025, and Sound Transit Police are increasing staffing to address copper wire thefts.

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Story summary

Sound Transit will officially open the 2 Line across Lake Washington on March 28, 2026, connecting Redmond to Seattle's Chinatown International District.
2 Line adds 14 miles and 10 stations, bringing the network to 63 miles.
Delays stemmed from construction issues.
Expansions include Lynnwood extension in August 2024 and Federal Way extension in December 2025, and Sound Transit Police are increasing staffing to address copper wire thefts.