REDMOND, Wash. — King County Metro has rolled out a major update to its bus system, changing routes and pickup times—particularly in the eastern part of the county—as part of a broader plan to modernize transit and improve connections to Sound Transit’s expanding 2 Line light rail.

Riders may notice new signage at bus stops alerting them to discontinued or revised routes. The changes include the launch of four new bus lines and increased service frequency on five others. Metro officials said this is the first phase of a two-part plan, with additional updates expected next spring.

The goal, according to Metro, is to strengthen the county’s transportation network and streamline access to the 2 Line.

But for some riders, the transition has been confusing.

“I just don’t understand why they

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