SF Bay Transit Adapts Service at Key Oakland Hub
AC Transit Line 12 bypasses two Embarcadero stops near Jack London Square Amtrak hub
AC Transit Line 12 Skips Two Embarcadero Stops
AC Transit's Line 12 buses are skipping two stops near Jack London Square, affecting riders connecting to Amtrak service. Transit officials announced January 3 that buses won't stop at Embarcadero W & Broadway and Embarcadero W & Franklin St. The agency didn't provide a timeline for how long the service change will remain in effect.
Alternative Stops Available for Affected Riders
Jack London Square serves as a major transit hub in Oakland, connecting AC Transit's bus network with Amtrak rail service and ferry operations. The affected stops provide access to this multimodal transportation center, which serves commuters and travelers throughout the East Bay. AC Transit operates over 100 bus routes serving approximately 1.4 million residents across Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Officials haven't said why the two stops are being skipped or provided ridership data for the affected locations.
Riders Directed to Nearby Boarding Points
The transit agency's directing passengers to use Broadway & 3rd St or 2nd St & Oakland Amtrak as alternative boarding and alighting points. Officials said riders should plan extra travel time to account for the modified route and potential walking distance to their final destinations. Specific details about how many daily trips or passengers are affected by the change weren't available. The number of affected riders hasn't been disclosed by the agency.
Duration of Service Change Unclear
AC Transit hasn't announced when regular service to the two Embarcadero stops will resume. The agency issued the service alert January 3 but didn't specify whether the change is temporary or permanent. Officials haven't released information about what's causing the service disruption or when riders can expect normal operations to return.
Riders Can Check for Updates
Passengers who regularly use Line 12 to access Jack London Square should verify current stop locations before traveling. The service change particularly affects commuters connecting to Amtrak trains and travelers using the waterfront transit hub. Moovit provides real-time updates for AC Transit routes, including Line 12 service changes and alternative stop information throughout the Oakland area.
