SF Muni Adapts Routes for Golden Gate Park Race

Muni lines 18 and 44 will reroute Sunday morning starting at 7:20 a.m. for Hot Chocolate Run

Muni Reroutes Lines 18, 44 for Golden Gate Race

San Francisco's Muni will reroute lines 18 and 44 on Sunday morning for the Hot Chocolate Run in Golden Gate Park, transit officials said. The changes take effect at 7:20 a.m. January 11 when the first race begins, though officials haven't said when normal service will resume. Riders who use these lines should plan for delays or alternative routes.

The temporary reroutes are part of standard coordination between SFMTA and event organizers for races in Golden Gate Park, according to the transit agency. Officials said the changes help ensure public safety while maintaining transit service during the event. SFMTA regularly implements similar adjustments for park events including races, festivals, and concerts. Specific details about which streets the buses will use during the reroutes weren't available by publication time.

The 18-46th Avenue and 44-O'Shaughnessy lines serve neighborhoods west of the park and connect to downtown San Francisco. Officials didn't specify which stops will be affected or how many riders typically use these routes on Sunday mornings. The agency announced the reroutes via social media but hasn't released a detailed service advisory. Transit officials said riders should expect the changes to last several hours Sunday morning.

The reroutes begin when the race starts at 7:20 a.m. Sunday, officials confirmed. The agency hasn't provided a specific time when normal service will resume, though such changes typically last until race courses are cleared and streets reopen. Officials said they'll update riders as the event progresses. SFMTA typically publishes detailed service alerts closer to event dates for park activities.

Riders who regularly use lines 18 or 44 on Sunday mornings should plan extra travel time or consider alternative routes. Officials said passengers can check for real-time updates about service changes and when normal routes resume. Moovit provides current information about Muni reroutes and alternative routing options for affected lines. The agency said it coordinates with event organizers to minimize disruptions while accommodating community events in Golden Gate Park.