COVID Recovery Resources

Have questions about getting around and staying healthy? We've got you covered
Redmond Commuter?
Staying Healthy on Transit
King County Metro’s safety guidelines are in place to keep us safe. Here are things you need to know before you go:
- It is required to wear a mask or face covering at transit stops and on buses
- Do not travel if you are sick.
- Maintain at least 6 feet of distance from other passengers and Metro staff.
- Be aware of service reductions and coach capacity guidelines.
- Board and exit by the rear door if you are able to.
- Allow plenty of time for your transit trip.
- Cover coughs and sneezes.
Fares
Metro fares have been reinstated on all buses. All Sound Transit Express bus service – including ST Express bus routes operated by Metro – requires a $3.25 flat fare. Link and Sounder trains are charging full fares.
‘Reduced Schedule’ operation in Redmond
Buses in Redmond are running less often. In September 2020, Metro adjusted service on bus routes in Redmond. The impact to Redmond routes are:
Full Service:
B Line, 224, 930
Coming less often:
221, 225, 226, 245, 250, 269
Cut:
216, 219, 232, 249, 268, 931
Learn more about these changes on Metro's website
Is my bus coming?
To identify whether a specific trip is operating or canceled, the following tools are available:
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Visit the check canceled trips tool on the Reduced Schedule page.This page will list each canceled trip.
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In real time, text your stop ID to 62550 to find the next few departure times at your stop with Text for Departures.
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Use the ‘Next Departures’ feature in Metro’s Trip Planner website or apps.
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Call 206-553-3000 on weekdays, 6 AM-8 PM.
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Ask @kcmetrobus on Twitter weekdays, between 6 AM-8 PM
Additional Transportation Options:
Hopelink Medicaid Transportation
continues normal operations to transport riders to medical appointments. COVID-19 positive clients will be served for life sustaining trips only.
Trip reservations can be made at (800) 923-7433.
GoGoGrandparent,
A ride service for older adults ages 50 and above. In addition to their ride services, they provide food and prescription access. As a safety precaution they have discontinued shared rides.
More information can be found at their website or by calling (855) 464-6872.
RARET Newsletter
Sign up for the Regional Alliance of Reliable and Equitable Transportation (RARET) COVID-19 Weekly Transportation Newsletter for a general resource list which has food resources, funding opportunities, providers who are able to transport COVID-19 positive patients and more.
Redmond Employer?
Get your Workplace Ready!
Go Redmond grants can help get your worksite ready.
With transit service running less frequently, employees under fiscal strain, teleworking becoming a norm, and a boom of interest in biking, making investments now is critical to help retain and support your staff.
You can apply for up to 2 - $5,000 grants per year. Applying for a grant is easy!
Be creative! Grants can fund programs that meet your tailored needs. Great questions to, you may want to consider:
- What will the new normal be when employees return to work?
- Will we have a high demand for bicycle accommodations? Do we have enough bike racks?
- Will employees continue to telework? What tools do we need to make teleworking easy for the long run?
Potential grant checklist: What would help your employees?
- Transit Passes for employees
- Bike racks
- Bicycle Jerseys
- Bike Education Classes
- Bike Fleet
- Bike Helmets
- Bike Lockers
- Bike Tune Ups
- Commuter Boards
- Carpool Parking Signs
- Lockers & Locks
- Onsite Bike Tools or Repair Station
- Funding Vanpools
Pre-made Go Redmond Grants available:
APPLY FOR A BIKE RACK GRANT
APPLY FOR A VIDEO CONFERENCE GRANT
APPLY FOR A COLLABORATION TOOL GRANT
For more information, visit our Grants page