AC Transit Adjusts Six Lines for Oakland Project

Six AC Transit lines rerouted April 5 due to Webster Tube closures, adding 15 minutes

AC Transit Adds Stops, Reroutes Six Lines April 5

AC Transit riders on six bus lines will see route changes and new stops starting Sunday, April 5, transit officials said. The modifications affect lines 19, 30, 51A, 96, O, and 851, with some trips adding approximately 15 minutes to travel times during nighttime hours. The changes accommodate the Oakland Alameda Access Project's Webster Tube closures and reinstate stops along newly reconstructed roadways.

Context & Background

The service modifications stem from the Oakland Alameda Access Project, which requires Webster Tube closures Sunday through Thursday nights between 10pm and 5am, according to AC Transit. During these closures, Alameda-bound trips will use the Park Street bridge as an alternate route. The agency is also updating stop locations to reflect completed streetscape improvements in Oakland and consolidating stops at Richmond BART to improve operational efficiency. Transit agencies typically adjust routes and stops when infrastructure projects affect regular service corridors or when roadway reconstruction creates opportunities to restore previously relocated stops.

Key Details

Six lines will use the Park Street bridge instead of the Webster Tube during nighttime closures, adding about 15 minutes to Alameda-bound trips. Drop-off only stops will be added on Park St. at Buena Vista Ave. for lines 51A and 851 to provide alternatives during detours. New stops will be added on Fruitvale Ave. at Alameda Ave. in both directions for lines 19, 51A, O, and 851. Line 96 will see updated stop spacing along 14th Ave. following completion of Oakland's streetscape project. At Richmond BART, stops for lines 74, 76, 607, 667, and 675 will relocate to share a stop with Line 71. A new stop will be added on Hearst Ave. at Arch St. for lines 52, 65, and F.

Timeline & Implementation

All changes take effect Sunday, April 5, 2026, AC Transit confirmed. The Webster Tube closures will occur Sunday through Thursday nights between 10pm and 5am, requiring the Park Street bridge detours during those hours. Friday and Saturday night service will continue using the Webster Tube as usual. Officials said the stop additions and relocations will be permanent changes that remain in effect after the Oakland Alameda Access Project work is completed.

Rider Impact & Moovit

Riders traveling to Alameda on affected lines during nighttime hours should plan for approximately 15 additional minutes of travel time Sunday through Thursday nights. Those using stops at Richmond BART or along the affected corridors should check for new stop locations before their trips. Riders can contact AC Transit at (510) 891-4777 with specific questions about the changes. Moovit provides real-time updates and trip planning for AC Transit routes, helping riders navigate service changes and find the most efficient routes.