Getting around Everett with Community Transit
Community Transit is here to get you where you want to go. We are proud to be a part of the Everett community — we live here, ride here, and drive here. Wherever you need to go in Everett, feel good about how you get there.
About Everett
Transit options in Everett
Sound Transit, Everett Transit, and Community Transit offer public transit options in Everett. Community Transit provides its bus rapid transit system, Swift, with two lines that travel through the city: the Blue Line from Downtown Everett to Shoreline via State Route 99; and the Green Line, which connects the Boeing plant to Mill Creek and northern Bothell.
Everett Station is a multimodal train and bus station that is served by its three major public transit providers including the Sounder Commuter Train. Everett Station is also served by intercity buses from Greyhound Lines, BoltBus, and Northwestern Trailways, which connect Everett to cities in the Pacific Northwest.
Sound Transit plans to extend its Link light rail service to Downtown Everett in 2036, as part of the Sound Transit 3 plan passed by voters in 2016.
Everett has more than 40 parks, with Forest Park serving as the largest. Many of these parks offer hiking, biking, and walking trails. The city also provides a seasonal ferry giving access to Jetty Island from its waterfront. Everett was connected with Seattle by an interurban railway from 1910 to 1939, with the right-of-way now serving as the Interurban Trail for bikers and pedestrians.
Regional destinations in Everett
Everett is the largest city in Snohomish County, Washington and the seventh-largest in the state by population. Everett's airport, Paine Field, serves as a major regional destination for travelers.
Everett Community College and Washington State University Everett, City University, Everest College, Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University, and Columbia College at Naval Station Everett are just some of the higher education options and campuses in the area.
Major employers in the area include Boeing, Providence Medical Center, Naval Station Everett, The Everett Clinic, Everett School District, Amazon, FedEx, the Everett Mall, Fluke Corporation (Fortive), and more.
Popular Destinations
Pumpkins, pies, and Halloween treats in Snohomish County
Note: Route information is accurate as of this article’s publication date. As our communities grow, Community Transit makes changes to stops and routes to best serve riders. For the most updated route information use our Plan My Trip tool.
The red and yellow maple and oak trees are putting on their annual show of color. Looking for something to do? Step aboard and let Community Transit do the driving while you enjoy the views. Youth 18 and under ride free! Plan your trip today.
If you’re looking for Halloween-season things to do, there are lots of local fun activities plus many cities collaborate with local businesses for safe trick-or-treating events. Here are five activities:
Fall crops kick off baking season
Country Farms Everett
1529 Broadway, Everett
8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily through Oct. 31
Accessible on Routes 201/202
Whether you’re hunting for something sweet or savory, local farms produce a great bounty. This local produce stand brings the farm into town and provides one-stop shopping for your fall baking needs.
Inside tip: The stand brings in fresh produce from local farms through the end of October. Then, they remain open for two more weeks to liquidate their fruit and vegetables at heavily discounted prices. Whatever remains is donated to an Everett foodbank to help local families experiencing food insecurity.
Kid-friendly Halloween fest in Mukilteo
Rosehill Community Center
304 Lincoln Ave., Mukilteo
Sunday, Oct. 29, 2-5 p.m.
Accessible on Route 113
Looking for a family-friendly Halloween experience? The Rosehill Community Center in Mukilteo is hosting an outdoor Halloween festival featuring a haunted house, a Boo-maze, a photo booth, a magician, sing-alongs, popcorn, cider, and, of course, lots of candy. Be sure to wear your favorite costume.
Trunk or Treat in the Candy Land Forest
Lynnwood Parks & Recreation
18900 44th Ave W, Lynnwood
Saturday, Oct. 28, 2-5 p.m.
Accessible by Route 112 or Zip (within the service zone)
Bring your family to the Halloween Candy Land Forest. Arrive in style with Community Transit. Instead of knocking on a house door, kids knock on a car!
Historic Downtown Snohomish First Street Halloween Festivities
Zombie Walk
105 Cedar Ave Snohomish
Saturday, Oct. 28, 12-4 p.m.
Accessible on Routes 109, 270 & 271
The Zombie Walk begins its loop around the downtown district at 4 p.m. Arrive at the Carnegie Building early for zombie face painting and the community market to enjoy the festive activities and music. Ghoulish costumes are encouraged.
Halloween Trick or Treat
105 Cedar Ave., Snohomish
Tuesday, Oct. 31, 3-5 p.m.
Accessible on Routes 109, 270 & 271
Storefront businesses in the Historic Downtown Snohomish area will be giving out candy to celebrate Halloween. Join the fun by sporting your favorite costume. Bring your kids for a safe, fun event.
Other events around Snohomish County
Edmonds: Country Farms
Located at 22800 Hwy 99 in Edmonds, you can get there on Routes 101 or 130.
Edmonds Halloween Trick-or-Treat Night
Monday, Oct. 31, 5-7 p.m.
Located at 111 5th Ave. in Edmonds, you can get there on Routes 116, 130 or 196.
Lynnwood: Sunshine Farmers Market
Located at 21126 44th Ave W #7705 in Lynnwood, you can get there on Route 112.
