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Introduction to Vancouver Metro

Vancouver SkyTrain is a rapid transit system operated by TransLink, serving Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It consists of three operational lines (Expo Line, Millennium Line, and Canada Line), with additional lines under construction. The system began operation in 1985 with the opening of the Expo Line. As of 2023, the operational network spans approximately 79.6 kilometers with 53 stations, serving about 500,000 passengers daily, making it one of the longest fully automated driverless transit systems in the world.

Vancouver Metro Line Overview

Vancouver Metro Line Details

Vancouver Metro Line Information Summary Table

The following table summarizes the line information for Vancouver SkyTrain in Canada, compiled based on official data and authoritative sources:

Key Data Notes:

1. Line Type: Vancouver Metro uses a fully automated driverless SkyTrain system, which is rubber-tired and guided, differing from traditional steel-wheel-on-steel-rail systems.
2. Length and Stations:
   • Expo Line: Connects downtown Vancouver to Surrey and Burnaby, includes two branches, with a total length of 28.3 km and 24 stations, making it the longest line in the system.
   • Millennium Line: After its 2016 extension to Coquitlam, it spans 31.2 km, serving East Vancouver, Burnaby, and the Tri-Cities area, with 17 stations.
   • Canada Line: A 19 km line connecting downtown, Richmond, and the airport, with 16 stations, it is the only rail transit line directly serving Vancouver International Airport.
3. Ridership:
   • Canada Line: In 2019, daily ridership was about 150,000, far exceeding the initial forecast of 120,000, accounting for 34% of the system's total ridership.
   • System Total Ridership: Q4 2023 data shows the entire SkyTrain system serves about 446,000 passengers daily, with the Expo and Millennium Lines accounting for about 66%.
   • Missing Line-Specific Data: TransLink does not publicly disclose real-time ridership by line; the above data are estimates or historical statistics.

Operational Features and Expansion Plans:

1. Operational Efficiency:
   • Peak headways as short as 2 minutes (Expo Line Columbia branch), off-peak headways about 5-10 minutes.
   • Trains reach a maximum speed of 80 km/h, with a travel time of just 26 minutes from downtown to the airport.
2. Future Expansions:
   • Expo Line Extension: The Surrey-Langley segment (16 km) is planned to open in 2028, adding 8 stations and further connecting Langley City.
   • Millennium Line Broadway Extension: A 6 km underground line will add 4 stations, expected to open in 2026, alleviating congestion on the Broadway corridor.

Vancouver Metro Station and Schedule Information

1. Expo Line

Line Directions: - Waterfront → King George (Surrey direction) - Waterfront → Production Way - University (Burnaby direction) - Waterfront → Braid (New Westminster direction)

2. Millennium Line

Line Directions:

• VCC-Clark → Lafarge Lake-Douglas (Coquitlam direction)

3. Canada Line

Line Directions: - Waterfront → Richmond-Brighouse (Richmond direction) - Waterfront → YVR Airport (Airport direction)

Key Operational Information

1. Line Type:
   • All three lines are fully automated driverless SkyTrain systems, rubber-tired and guided, differing from traditional subways.
   • The Canada Line is the only line directly serving Vancouver International Airport; an additional "Add Fare" (approx. CAD 5) is required for airport-bound trips.
2. Headways:
   • Expo Line: Peak hours (7:00-9:00, 17:00-19:00) have headways as short as 2 minutes, off-peak headways are about 6-12 minutes.
   • Millennium Line: Peak headways are 3 minutes, off-peak headways are 6-12 minutes.
   • Canada Line: Peak headways are 2-4 minutes, off-peak headways are 6-8 minutes.
3. Special Schedule Adjustments:
   • Holidays: Last train times may be earlier on some lines (e.g., Expo Line last train at 12:16 AM on Sundays); check TransLink announcements for details.
   • Late-Night Service: The Expo and Millennium Lines offer 24-hour service on Fridays and Saturdays; the Canada Line last train runs until 1:41 AM.
4. Real-Time Information:
   • Real-time arrival information is available via the TransLink website or official apps (e.g., TransitApp).
   • Service may be adjusted during major events or construction; check announcements before traveling.

References

• TransLink Official Schedule  (line operating hours, station list).
• TransitApp Real-Time Data  (headways, arrival times).
• RideSchedules Historical Data  (historical timetable reference).

For the latest updates, visit the TransLink website  or follow their social media accounts.