Metro Transit

09/03/2026

Last week at SouthWest Station in Eden Prairie, Metro Transit worked with firefighters testing our systems and infrastructure to ensure the extended METRO Green Line will be ready to go in 2027!

Teams simulated a fire on one of our light rail trains and conducted a fire drill in the station. Great work from all teams involved, more testing to come as we prepare for opening day in 2027.

09/03/2026

Join us as we announce the 2027 opening day for the extension of METRO Green Line and celebrate the progress toward building a tremendous new community asset.

When: Sept. 26, 2026 – 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where: Louisiana Avenue Station in St. Louis Park

Visit metrotransit.org/green-line-opening-date for more information.

09/02/2026

Join us Saturday, Sept. 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Huntington® Bank Rotunda at Mall of America® for transit fun! Come see how we roll.

Metro Transit will host a hands-on day featuring a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run a transit system. Take part in our Stamp Book Experience: collect stamps from different areas and receive a free Go-To Card*!

Take a photo sitting in a bus driver's seat, meet our mascot Skip Traffic, see a K9 officer from Metro Transit Police Department up close, and so much more!

Get there on the METRO Blue Line, D Line, or several other routes that serve Mall of America.

Plan your trip today or call 612-373-3333 to have a friendly transit expert help by phone.

Details at https://www.metrotransit.org/transit-at-the-mall

*While supplies last

09/02/2026

We want to hear from you about proposed service enhancements!

Attend an upcoming community meeting and let us know what you think, or fill out this comment form:
https://www.metrotransit.org/network-now/network-now/

Review the proposed changes and comment by Oct. 4.

We will host community meetings in September to discuss the proposed service enhancements and answer your questions.

Meeting details:
• Wednesday, Sept. 16: 6 – 7 p.m.
Hopkins Center for the Arts (1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins )
Get there on routes 38 or 615

• Monday, Sept. 21: 6 – 7 p.m.
Linden Hills Recreation Center (3100 W. 43rd St., Minneapolis )
Get there on METRO E Line or Route 36

• Wednesday, Sept. 23: 6 – 7 p.m.
Golden Valley City Hall (7800 Golden Valley Rd., Golden Valley )
Get there on Route 755

• Thursday, Sept. 24: Noon – 1 p.m.
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/250387103531641?p=A6fOpU8UKXVF6QWBfi

Learn more about Network Now:
https://www.metrotransit.org/network-now/network-now/

09/01/2026

We hope you’ll visit us at the Minnesota State Fair! We’re right at the Southwest corner entrance of the Grandstand. Visitors can learn more, and give feedback, about the future of transit in the Twin Cities. We're also giving away fans!

In partnership with MnDOT, we’ve helped curate an Eco Experience exhibit "Rolling in Green", which features a replica bus that kids can play in, demo bus bike rack that visitors can try out, and information about sustainable transportation options.

Have a great Fair and don’t forget, “Let us do the driving!”

More info at https://www.metrotransit.org/statefair

09/01/2026

Heading to Target Field tonight for Twins vs. Tigers? ⚾

Skip the traffic and parking hassles by taking Metro Transit.
• Ride the METRO Blue Line, Green Line, D Line, or connecting bus routes directly to Target Field.
• Park free at any METRO Blue Line Park & Ride and ride the train downtown.
• An All-Day Pass lets you ride as often as needed through 2 a.m. and can be purchased in the Metro Transit app or at light rail and BRT stations.

Plan your trip: metrotransit.org/twins

08/31/2026

Transit has always been the best way to get to the Minnesota State Fair!

From 1891 to 1952, streetcars brought riders in from Minneapolis and St. Paul to the State Fairgrounds. A complex streetcar network ran in and out of the fairgrounds bringing thousands of visitors every day. You can still see the historic arch that trolleys would pass under as you walk into the fair from the State Fair Express bus area.

Will you be a part of history taking transit to the fair this year?

08/28/2026

James Slegers rides light rail for fun, baseball and to connect with history by riding light rail to Target Field and CHS Field in the same day for two baseball games.

This trip is a throwback to when the Twin Cities had Streetcar Doubleheaders, where fans watched the Minneapolis Millers play, then hopped on a streetcar to catch the St. Paul Saints.

Tomorrow, you can join other fans like James and bring that tradition back with your own Light Rail Doubleheader.

On Aug. 29, catch the Twins versus White Sox at 2:10 p.m. the the Saints versus Toledo Mud Hens at 6:37 p.m.

An All-Day Pass costs just $4.00 for adults and $2.00 for youth, seniors, Medicare holders, or persons with disabilities.

Plan your trip at metrotransit.org

08/28/2026

State Fair Express Park & Ride update: All lots have space available. More information at: https://www.metrotransit.org/statefair. -RN

Instead of driving, park your car for free and take a stress-free, non-stop air-conditioned ride straight to the fairgrounds. Take a State Fair Express bus and you'll save on gas and parking costs. Plus, we'll drop you off and pick you up right outside the gates!

08/27/2026

Who’s riding? Enjoy the ride and let us do the driving to the Minnesota State Fair!

Skip the traffic and ride right to the gates on the METRO A Line, Route 3 or Route 61. Pay with cash, the Metro Transit app or a transit pass—and consider an All-Day Pass for unlimited local rides through 2 a.m. the next day.

Coming from the suburbs? 🚌 State Fair Express buses offer nonstop service from many locations for one low round-trip price. (Sorry, passes and coupons are not accepted on State Fair Express buses.)

Buy your ticket in the Metro Transit app or with Apple Pay/Google Pay and save:

🎟️ Single: $5 ($6 cash)
👥 Group of 2: $10 ($12 cash)
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Group of 4: $20 ($24 cash)
🧒 Kids 4 and under: FREE!

Save time, save money and leave the driving to us. 🙌

More info at metrotransit.org/statefair