Getting around Snohomish with Community Transit
Community Transit is here to get you where you want to go. We are proud to be a part of the Snohomish community — we live here, ride here, and drive here. Wherever you need to go in Snohomish, feel good about how you get there.
About Snohomish
Snohomish is located on the Snohomish River, southeast of Everett and northwest of Monroe. Snohomish lies at the intersection of U.S. Route 2 and State Route 9.As of the 2020 U.S. census, there were 10,126 people, and 4,221 households in the city.
Key destinations in Snohomish include its historic business and residential center in its downtown district, Harvey Airfield, the Snohomish Aquatic Center, its local Boys and Girls Club and senior center, Snohomish's public library, and its many parks and nature preserves. These include Ferguson Park and Hill Park on Blackmans Lake; Morgantown Park and Pilchuck Park on the Pilchuck River; and Cady Park and KlaHaYa Park in downtown on the Snohomish River.
Community Transit provides bus, DART Paratransit, and Vanpool service to Snohomish from surrounding cities. Two of these routes travel from Everett Station (with limited service to the Boeing Everett Factory) to Snohomish and continue east along US 2 to Monroe, Sultan, and Gold Bar. Another route travels from Lynnwood and Mill Creek to Snohomish and follows the State Route 9 corridor north to Lake Stevens. Community Transit also operates a commuter bus route that connects Snohomish and Monroe to Downtown Seattle with intermediate stops on Interstate 405 and State Route 520. The city also has one park and ride lot, located near Avenue D and State Route 9, that is owned by the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).
Snohomish is also the southern terminus of the Centennial Trail, an intercity multi-use path for pedestrians, cyclists, and equestrians.
Popular Destinations
Discover the Fun at the Community Transit Swift Orange Line Block Party
Get ready to immerse yourself in a day of excitement and community spirit at the Community Transit Swift Orange Line Block Party. Swift Orange Line is Community Transit's third bus rapid transit (BRT) line, connecting south county communities with fast, frequent bus service.
Join our family-friendly celebration on Saturday, March 30, from 12 to 3 p.m. at Edmonds College. How to get there? By (Swift) bus, of course!
Whether you're a transit enthusiast, foodie, or just looking for a fun day out, mark your calendars because you won't want to miss this!
Let's talk about the food first because- let's be honest—who doesn't love delicious eats? Picture this: Triton Taste, Flyin Taco, GoodBelly, and Dreamy Drinks food trucks—all serving their mouthwatering specialties just for you. From savory to sweet, we've got your cravings covered.
- The party offers a busload (pun intended) of free activities lined up to keep the whole family entertained:
- Dive into a world of creativity with face painting, balloon art, and temporary Henna tattoos.
- Challenge your friends to yard games or simply relax and enjoy the live bands.
- Capture memories with hand-drawn portraits.
- Watch for characters and superheroes from your favorite books and movies.
Join us in welcoming a diverse lineup of esteemed organizations at the Swift Orange Line Block Party! This is your chance to learn about and engage with community partners while enjoying the festivities. We'll also have a special passport activity where you can gather stickers and earn a prize at the end of your journey!
Connect with representatives from:
- Edmonds College
- Boys and Girls Club of Snohomish County
- City of Lynnwood
- Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC)
- Latino Educational Training Institute (LETI)
- ORCA
- Snohomish County Transportation Coalition (Snotrac)
- Sno-Isle Libraries
- Sound Transit
- Transportation Choices Coalition
- Verdant Health Commission
Plus, all attendees will receive a commemorative ORCA card as a token of the day's festivities. In addition to being a keepsake, this ORCA card is good wherever the ORCA card is accepted for fare payment (the Washington Ferry system is not included). Enjoy unlimited rides through April 30, 2024! We suggest registering your card at MyORCA.com so you can load the card after April 30 to use anytime.
So, gather your friends and family, and join us for a day of fun, food, and community spirit at the Swift Orange Line Block Party. We can't wait to see you there!
How to get there:
Edmonds College: 20000 68th Ave. W Lynnwood, WA 98036
The block party is near Brier Hall, just west of the Edmonds College Transit Center on 68th Ave W.
- Take the Swift Orange Line! Preview the March 30 schedule here and use Plan My Trip from your starting location.
- Take the Swift Blue Line
- Northbound Swift Blue: Deboard at Heron Station at 200th St SW (Stop 2761) and walk 0.6 miles to Edmonds College
- Other Routes serving Edmonds College:
- Southbound Swift Blue: Deboard at College Station (Stop #2760) at 204th St SW and walk 0.5 miles to Edmonds College.
