Sound Transit Recommends Fare Gates at 14 Stations for Initial Pilot

The Sound Transit board got an initial look at a proposal to add fare gates at a select number of light rail stations Thursday, as the agency looks to catch up with other transit systems in implementing the technology. The proposal comes after a board motion last year to study how an initial fare gate pilot would work.

Adding fare gates to all Link stations is unlikely, at least over the near to medium term. The staff recommendation shown to board members would add gates at up to 14 stations, including every single stop between Northgate and Chinatown International District.

The busiest stops outside that segment, including Lynnwood City Center, SeaTac Airport, and Federal Way would also be targeted for gates, along with the stations in downtown Bellevue and Redmond.

The board isn't expected to formally approve such a pilot until later this year.



The 14 stations being eyed for fare gates include highly used stations through Seattle and on the Eastside and terminal stations at the end of lines. (Sound Transit)

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