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The Greater St. Louis Marathon is bringing energy and excitement to St. Louis this Saturday, April 26. From scenic courses and competition, to live music and celebration, this race weekend promises to be unforgettable.

And to enjoy the weekend stress-free while navigating street closures, heavy traffic, and limited parking, Metro Transit has you covered.

Leave the hassle of navigating road closures and downtown congestion behind. Metro makes it easy to access all the excitement with affordable, hassle-free options:

• Free Park-and-Ride Lots: Park at any of the 21 free Metro Park-Ride lots located at MetroLink stations in Missouri and Illinois.

• $5 Day Passes: Enjoy unlimited rides on MetroLink and MetroBus with a $5 Day Pass, available via the Transit app or at Ticket Vending Machines located at all MetroLink stations and Transit Centers.

• Easy Trip Planning: Download the Transit app to plan your trip, purchase mobile tickets, and even track your MetroBus or MetroLink train in real-time.

Getting to the Starting Line

All Greater St. Louis races start on Market Street near Union Station and Stifel Theatre. Give your feet a break and take a ride on MetroLink to either the Union Station or Civic Center MetroLink Stations, both just a short walk from the starting line.

Plan Ahead for Road Closures  

With over 30 city roads and interstate exits closed to accommodate the marathon and other events, using Metro Transit is the smart choice to avoid dealing with these traffic headaches. Click here to view the complete list of street closures and plan your trip accordingly.

MetroBus Reroutes on April 26

Due to these road closures, 12 MetroBus routes and the Convention Center Station Shuttle will operate modified routes starting at 5 a.m. on Saturday, April 26. They will resume their normal routing once the races conclude later that afternoon. Please allow extra time for your trips during the races.

Impacted MetroBus routes include: #4 Natural Bridge | #10 Gravois-Lindell | #19 St. Louis Ave. | #30 Arsenal | #32 Dr. ML King | #40 Broadway-Halls Ferry | #41 Lee | #70 Grand | #73 Carondelet | #74 Florissant | #94 Page | #97 Delmar

Beyond the Marathon – Explore Downtown’s Weekend Buzz

The city-wide marathon is just the beginning of an action-packed weekend in St. Louis! With downtown brimming with festivals, concerts, Cardinals, Battlehawks and Blues playoff hockey, Metro Transit makes it easier than ever to hop from one event to the next without worrying about parking or traffic.

Whether you’re cheering on a friend at the race, joining in post-marathon celebrations, or simply soaking up the lively atmosphere, Metro Transit is here to keep you moving.