Seattle light rail hits record 280K riders during Friday’s World Cup, Mariners game Seattle’s light rail hit a record high with 280,000 riders during a FIFA World Cup match and Mariners game.Share this: Sound Transit urges riders to plan ahead for Seattle’s U.S.-Australia World Cup matchDateJune 18, 2026In relation toKing 5 News‘Tap to pay’ finally arrives for Seattle’s light rail trains and busesDateFebruary 23, 2026In relation toCapitol Hill SeattleLight rail service between Eastside and Seattle to begin nearly 20 years after initial approvalDateMarch 27, 2026In relation toKing 5 News