TransLink says people travelling on the Expo Line over the Easter long weekend should add extra time into their commutes.
The Expo line's SkyTrain service will be temporarily reduced and travel patterns adjusted for a full day on Saturday, March 30 for essential upgrades.
Two switch machines will be replaced at Waterfront Station, allowing trains to change tracks and directions more reliably at the major transit station. The new machines will reduce service gaps for customers and ensure efficient service.
The work is part of the SkyTrain Maintenance and Upgrade Program, which includes other key safety upgrades including escalator replacement, stairwell renovations, roof replacements, and more.
TransLink says customers should check out the digital signs at station entrances and on platforms, to ensure the train they are boarding is travelling towards their destination.
The Millennium Line and Canada Line will operate as normal. Expo Line service will return to normal from the start of service on Sunday, March 31.
How much longer will it take me to get to my destination?
Locals should prepare for temporary service reductions on Saturday and allow 20 minutes of extra time to get to their destination.
"Trains travelling through downtown Vancouver will arrive at stations approximately every eight to 15 minutes on the Expo Line, as opposed to their regular schedule of every three to four minutes," according to TransLink.
Additional SkyTrain staff will be on-site to assist customers.
People commuting into downtown Vancouver on the Expo Line "will also see trains terminating at different stations and may need to transfer trains to reach their destination."
Some trains travelling toward Waterfront Station will terminate early at one of the following stations:
- Stadium–Chinatown
- Granville
- Burrard
Waterfront Station will have the least train service, with one train arriving and departing that station every 15 minutes.
Travel pattern adjustments
TransLink advises travellers of the following travel pattern adjustments:
- Travelling to Waterfront from King George Station:
Customers will be able to take a single train to reach Waterfront from King George Station. - Travelling to Waterfront from Production Way–University Station:
Customers should board the first available train at Production Way–University Station, and are encouraged to transfer at Stadium–Chinatown Station to complete their trip to Waterfront Station. - Travelling to King George from Waterfront Station:
Customers will be able to take a single train to reach King George from Waterfront Station. - Travelling to Production Way–University from Waterfront Station:
Customers should board the first available train at Waterfront Station, and are encouraged to transfer at Stadium–Chinatown Station to complete their trip to Production Way–University Station.
Customers are encouraged to plan their commute using Trip Planner. Customers can also sign up for Transit Alerts, follow TransLink on X (Twitter) @TransLink, or call customer service at 604-953-3333.
