Long Beach Transit Adapts Service for Ximeno Work
Long Beach Transit closes Ximeno Avenue stops for five days affecting 14 routes
Long Beach Transit Closes Ximeno Stops Oct 20-28
Long Beach Transit riders will need to use alternative bus stops on Ximeno Avenue during five days of construction work in late October, transit officials said. The closures affect stops between Anaheim Street and Pacific Coast Highway in both directions from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. on October 20, 21, 25, 27, and 28. Fourteen routes will be impacted by the temporary closures.
Construction Work Prompts Service Adjustments
The closures are necessary to accommodate construction work along the Ximeno Avenue corridor, according to Long Beach Transit. Ximeno Avenue serves as a major north-south arterial in Long Beach, which explains why 14 different bus routes use stops along this stretch. The specific nature of the construction work wasn't disclosed in the transit agency's announcement. Transit officials said riders should plan for extra travel time during the affected days.
14 Routes Affected by Temporary Closures
Lines 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 171, 172, 173, 174, and 176 will all be affected by the Ximeno Avenue closures, officials said. Alternative stops are available on nearby streets for both northbound and southbound service. The agency didn't specify how many individual bus stops would be closed along the corridor or provide estimates of how many riders would be affected. Each closure day will last 11 hours, from early morning through late afternoon.
Five-Day Closure Schedule Spans Two Weeks
The first closures take effect Monday, October 20, followed by Tuesday, October 21, transit officials said. After a midweek break, closures resume Saturday, October 25, then continue Monday, October 27, and Tuesday, October 28. The staggered schedule suggests the construction work requires specific conditions or staging periods. Officials said detailed information about alternative stop locations is available through the transit agency.
Riders Advised to Plan Ahead for Detours
Long Beach Transit riders who regularly use Ximeno Avenue stops should identify alternative boarding locations before the October 20 start date, officials said. The agency recommends allowing extra time for commutes on affected days. Riders can find specific alternative stop locations and real-time service information through Moovit, which provides updates for all Long Beach Transit routes during the temporary closures.
