King County Metro will launch the free waterfront shuttle service on May 21 with expanded routes serving the Chinatown-International District (CID) as Seattle prepares for a busy summer of soccer events ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Free Shuttle returns to Seattle’s waterfront
Starting Friday, May 2, the free Downtown Waterfront Shuttle will resume service, offering accessible transportation for both locals and visitors looking to explore Seattle’s downtown waterfront.