Express buses to replace Northstar at two stops
Metro Transit will replace Northstar commuter rail service at the Big Lake and Elk River stations with new express bus service, affecting riders who use those stations to reach Minneapolis and other Twin Cities stops. The change shifts how Sherburne County commuters access the Northstar corridor and downtown, with officials outlining the replacement service to maintain connectivity.
📌 Key Facts
- Northstar rail service at Big Lake and Elk River will be replaced by express buses
- The change involves Metro Transit’s Northstar commuter rail corridor serving Minneapolis
- Shift impacts Sherburne County riders commuting into the Twin Cities