SF Muni Routes 9, 9R Disrupted — Crews Working to Restore Service

SF Muni Routes 9, 9R blocked at Potrero and 25th after non-Muni collision

SF Muni Routes 9, 9R Blocked at Potrero, 25th

San Francisco's outbound Routes 9 and 9R are blocked at Potrero and 25th Street following a collision that doesn't involve Muni vehicles, transit officials said Tuesday. The incident has disrupted service on two major north-south corridors serving the Bayview neighborhood and downtown. Passengers should expect delays, though officials haven't said when normal service will resume.

Medium Severity Incident Affects Major Corridor

The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency classified the disruption as medium severity, indicating significant but not critical impact to service. Routes 9 and 9R run along San Bruno Avenue from the Bayview neighborhood to downtown, serving as key transit links for southeastern San Francisco. The 9R is a rapid variant with limited stops designed to speed travel times. Details about the collision that caused the blockage weren't provided in the transit alert.

Two Routes Affected by Street Blockage

The blockage at Potrero and 25th Street affects both the standard Route 9 and the rapid Route 9R service. Officials reported the incident on December 24, 2024, via the agency's alert system. The number of affected passengers wasn't immediately available, and typical ridership data for these routes wasn't included in the alert. Transit officials advised riders to consider alternative routes but didn't specify recommended detours or rerouting options.

Resolution Timeline Not Specified

The exact time the incident began and expected resolution time weren't specified in the initial alert. Officials said the situation was being resolved but didn't provide a timeline for when Routes 9 and 9R would return to normal service. Transit agencies typically work with emergency services to clear traffic incidents as quickly as possible.

Riders Advised to Expect Delays

Passengers using Routes 9 and 9R should expect delays and plan extra travel time. Officials recommended considering alternative routes while the blockage remains in effect. Riders can check Moovit for real-time updates on Route 9 and 9R service status and alternative routing options during the disruption.