SF Line 51B Adapts Route — Riders Find New Options
Line 51B buses to skip University Avenue at 4th Street stops starting January 26
Line 51B Skips University Avenue Stops
Line 51B buses won't stop at University Avenue at 4th Street starting January 26, transit officials said. The closure affects a key stop in the San Francisco-San Jose metro area and is classified as a high-severity disruption. Officials didn't say when service will resume at the location.
High-Severity Disruption Affects Daily Commuters
The temporary closure impacts regular riders who depend on the University Avenue stops for their daily commute, according to the transit agency. Officials said the disruption is significant enough to warrant advance planning by affected passengers. Specific reasons for the closure weren't available by publication time. Transit agencies typically close stops temporarily for construction, safety concerns, or infrastructure maintenance, though officials haven't specified which factor applies in this case.
Alternative Stop Options Available
Riders who normally use the University Avenue at 4th Street stops will need to board Line 51B at nearby locations, transit officials said. The agency didn't provide specific alternative stop locations or distances to the nearest available stops. Officials said passengers should allow extra time for their commutes while the closure remains in effect. The number of daily riders affected by the closure wasn't available from the transit agency.
No Timeline for Service Restoration
Officials haven't announced when Line 51B service will resume at the University Avenue stops. The agency classified the closure as temporary but didn't provide a specific reopening date or estimated duration. Transit officials said they'll announce service restoration details once they're available.
Riders Should Plan Ahead
Passengers who regularly use the affected stops should identify alternative boarding locations before January 26 to avoid delays. Officials said riders should check for updates on service restoration as the situation develops. Moovit provides real-time updates for Line 51B routes and can help riders locate the nearest available stops during the closure.
