The newly inaugurated Crosslake Connection segment of Sound Transit’s Link light rail line offers a groundbreaking travel experience over Lake Washington, marking a first in engineering. This section enables passengers to glide at 55 mph above the lake, providing a smooth and quiet transit option across a 1.2-mile floating bridge.
On Thursday, media representatives, including GeekWire, previewed the route, which connects South Bellevue with new stops at Mercer Island and Judkins Park. Public services will commence on Saturday, enhancing accessibility between Seattle and its Eastside tech hubs.
Sound Transit CEO Dow Constantine expressed excitement during the ride, emphasizing the transformative impact this link will have on commuting patterns for thousands of tech professionals from companies like Microsoft and Amazon. He encouraged workers to prepare for improved travel options that eliminate the need for traffic planning.