SF Bay Area Bus Detour Keeps Riders Moving

Railroad crossing blockage forces bus detours at 98th Ave with two alternative stops

Bus Detour at 98th Ave Due to Rail Blockage

Bus riders near 98th Avenue in the San Francisco Bay Area face service changes after a railroad crossing blockage forced route detours, transit officials said. Buses can't stop at the 98th Ave & Railroad Ave station, and passengers must use alternative stops at 98th Av & San Leandro St and 98th Av & Edes Ave. Officials haven't said which specific bus routes are affected or how many daily riders face the disruption.

Alternative Stops Designated for Affected Riders

The transit agency designated two nearby stops to accommodate passengers who typically board at the blocked location, according to officials. The alternative boarding points are within walking distance of the original stop on the 98th Avenue corridor. Transit agencies typically implement temporary stop relocations during infrastructure blockages to maintain service continuity while minimizing rider inconvenience. Officials didn't provide details about the distance between the original stop and the alternative locations or estimated additional travel time for affected passengers.

Blockage Details and Duration Unclear

The railroad crossing blockage began affecting service on November 26, transit officials said. The agency hasn't specified what caused the crossing to become blocked or whether the obstruction involves stalled equipment, track maintenance, or another issue. Officials didn't announce when normal service at the 98th Ave & Railroad Ave stop is expected to resume. The transit system confirmed the disruption through official communication channels but hasn't released a timeline for resolving the blockage.

Service Expected to Resume After Blockage Clears

Buses will return to the 98th Ave & Railroad Ave stop once the railroad crossing blockage is cleared, according to the transit agency. Officials said they'll provide updates through official channels but haven't specified how frequently information will be released. The agency typically notifies riders when temporary service disruptions are resolved, though a specific communication timeline for this incident wasn't provided.

Riders Advised to Plan for Detour

Passengers who regularly use the 98th Ave & Railroad Ave stop should allow extra time to reach the alternative boarding locations until normal service resumes. Transit officials advised riders to check for updates before traveling, though specific details about affected routes and ridership numbers weren't immediately available. Moovit provides real-time bus location information and service alerts to help riders navigate temporary detours and find alternative stops in the Bay Area.