AC Transit Adapts Line 31 Service Around Alameda Work

AC Transit Line 31 bypasses Alameda stops due to construction work on Mecartney Road

AC Transit Line 31 Detours Around Alameda Work

AC Transit's Line 31 buses are bypassing several stops in Alameda due to construction, transit officials said. The detour affects service between Robert Davey Jr Dr & Packet Landing Rd and Aughinbaugh Way & Mecartney Rd, though officials haven't said how many riders typically use the affected stops. Passengers should use alternative stops at Mecartney Rd & Sharon Rd or Mecartney Rd & Auburn Dr instead.

Construction Details Remain Unclear

Transit agencies routinely adjust routes when road work blocks regular service, according to AC Transit. The detour allows Line 31 to maintain service while construction proceeds in the affected area. Officials didn't provide details about the construction project causing the detour or which agency is responsible for the work. AC Transit operates over 100 bus lines serving approximately 200,000 passengers daily across Alameda and Contra Costa counties, making Line 31 one route within a large regional system.

Alternative Stop Locations Available

Riders who normally board or exit between the two affected intersections will need to walk to nearby stops, officials said. The transit agency recommends Mecartney Rd & Sharon Rd and Mecartney Rd & Auburn Dr as alternative boarding locations. Officials haven't released information about how many stops are bypassed by the detour or how far passengers might need to walk to reach alternative stops. The agency announced the service change December 16 through social media.

Duration of Detour Not Announced

AC Transit hasn't said when the detour began or how long it will remain in effect. The duration depends on construction progress, though officials didn't provide a timeline for when work will be completed. Transit agencies typically post service advisories on their websites when detours are expected to last more than a few days, but specific timeline information wasn't available.

Riders Should Plan for Changes

Passengers who use Line 31 in the affected area should allow extra time for their trips and plan to use the alternative stop locations. Officials said riders should check for updates as construction continues, though they didn't specify how frequently service information will be updated. Moovit provides real-time updates for AC Transit routes including Line 31 detour information.