Redmond officially launched RedLink, a free, on-demand, all-electric ride service designed to help residents and visitors travel around the city easily and sustainably without using personal vehicles.
In partnership with Circuit Transit, Inc., the shuttle pilot program is available to all Redmond residents and visitors traveling within the service area, which includes parts of Downtown Redmond, Education Hill, and Southeast Redmond. The goal of the program is to connect the Redmond community to light rail without the use of personal vehicles.
“As a city we are committed to increasing transportation choices for residents and visitors,” said Mayor Angela Birney. “With RedLink’s service officially launching today, and the Crosslake Connection to Seattle opening later this month, we are improving connectivity to our neighborhoods, jobs, and vital businesses.”
RedLink service makes local trips simple with no car required, whether it’s visiting a local business, getting to or from light rail stations, or running errands. This is a pilot program expected to run through June 2027.
The launch comes as Redmond prepares for the opening of the Crosslake Connection, which will provide light rail service to Seattle later this month. The shuttle service aims to solve the last-mile problem by bridging the gap between neighborhoods and transit stations, making it easier for residents to leave cars at home.
The all-electric fleet aligns with Redmond’s sustainability goals while providing free transportation that removes cost barriers for residents. The two-year pilot will help the city determine whether to make the service permanent based on ridership and community feedback.
