SF Bay Area Lines 57, NL Back on Track
Line 57 and NL buses resume normal routes after MacArthur Boulevard detour ends
Line 57, NL Resume Normal Routes in Bay Area
Bay Area transit riders can return to their regular bus stops after Line 57 and NL service resumed normal operations February 2. The buses had been on detour, bypassing the MacArthur Blvd & Athol Av stop in both directions, transit officials said. Riders who depend on the affected stop for daily commutes now have access to their usual boarding location.
Detour Required Temporary Stop Changes
During the detour period, buses couldn't serve the MacArthur Boulevard stop, forcing riders to use alternative locations. The transit agency provided temporary stops at Chatham Rd & Park Blvd and Lake Park Av & Lakeshore Av to accommodate affected passengers. Officials didn't specify what caused the original detour or how long it lasted. Transit agencies typically implement detours for construction, street repairs, or safety concerns that make regular routes temporarily impassable.
Two Routes Affected by Service Change
Both Line 57 and NL buses were affected by the detour, which impacted service in both directions along the route. The MacArthur Boulevard corridor serves residential neighborhoods in Oakland's Dimond District area. Officials didn't release ridership figures for the affected stop or say how many passengers had to use alternative stops during the detour. The transit agency confirmed the return to normal service through official communications but didn't provide details about whether any riders experienced significant delays during the detour period.
Service Restored on February 2
Normal operations resumed February 2, transit officials confirmed. The agency didn't announce the restoration date in advance or say whether riders received notification before service returned to the regular route. Officials typically post service alerts through multiple channels when detours begin and end, though specific notification methods for this change weren't detailed.
Riders Can Access Regular Stops Again
Commuters who rely on Line 57 and NL buses can now board at the MacArthur Blvd & Athol Av stop as usual. The return to normal service eliminates the need for riders to walk to temporary stop locations. Moovit provides real-time updates for AC Transit routes, helping riders track bus arrivals and plan trips throughout the Bay Area system.
