Intercity Transit's contractor is working to improve safety and speed up service at the Martin Way Park and Ride. Improvements, which began in March 2023, will include a "bus only" direct access from the northbound I-5 on-ramp into the park and ride, a new bus stop adjacent to the on-ramp, and related facility updates. Construction is expected to continue at the park and ride through the fall of 2023.

Construction will temporarily impact some parking areas and will require temporary relocation of the bus loading area. When finished, the project will reduce the schedule times and improve bus access and passenger loading areas for riders who use Olympia Express service connecting Olympia/Lacey to regional bus and commuter rail services in Lakewood/Pierce County.

Watch for changes posted at the park and ride and subscribe to updates to stay informed on when and how the changes may impact parking and boarding locations until the project is complete.

Thank you for you patience as we work to improve access and service at the Martin Way Park & Ride.

Construction Updates

I-5 North Ramp in Lacey Temporarily Closed

The northbound Interstate 5 (I-5) on-ramp at Martin Way, near College St., will be closed on Thursday, Sep. 28 and Friday, Sept. 29. During the closures, traffic control measures and a detour for NB I-5 traffic will be in place. The closures will occur from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The temporary closures are necessary for construction activity to be completed on the northbound I-5 on-ramp. Southbound access to Interstate 5 will not be impacted.

North lot closure starting on Sept. 7

Repair work in the North lot area of the Martin Way Park & Ride (Park & Ride) will require users to shift parking south to the South lot area closest to the main entry of the Park & Ride. This transition will occur on September 7, 2023.

Park & Ride users entering the lot on September 7th will see signs indicating the North lot area will be closed to the public and users will be directed to the parking area closest to Martin Way (South lot).  The contractor will close access to the North lot the evening of September 6th. Note: Any vehicles remaining in the North lot will be noticed to move. Unattended vehicles will be tagged and potentially towed if not moved immediately following the closure.

Please pay attention to all signage and park in designated areas only. We appreciate your patience as we work to improve the facility and transit service for our customers. Please call Customer Service with questions at 360-786-1881.

I-5 North Ramp in Lacey closed overnight Aug. 18 for striping - Completed

The northbound Interstate 5 (I-5) on-ramp at Martin Way, near College St., will be closed for overnight work Friday, August 18. During the overnight closures, traffic control measures and a detour for NB I-5 traffic will be in place. The closure will occur between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. The closure is necessary to complete permanent striping from the ramp onto I-5. Southbound access to Interstate 5 will not be impacted.

Motorists using Martin Way to access I-5 NB are advised to use alternate routes during the closure. Visit intercitytransit.com/Construction/MWPR-improvements for construction details, including dates and times for the planned closures.

Northbound I-5 ramp in Lacey closed overnight Aug. 1-2 for striping - Completed

The northbound Interstate 5 (I-5) on-ramp at Martin Way, near College St., will be closed overnight for striping on Tuesday, Aug. 1 and Wednesday, Aug. 2. Closures will occur between 8:30 p.m. and 4:30 a.m. During the overnight closures, traffic control measures and a detour for northbound I-5 will be in place. The closures are necessary to allow removal of temporary striping, placement of permanent striping and shoulder work on the ramp. Southbound access to I-5 will not be impacted.

New Parking Area to Open June 23 at the Martin Way Park & Ride

Construction and painting at the Martin Way Park & Ride (Park and Ride) will require users to shift parking to the newly completed North Lot of the Park and Ride beginning Friday, June 23.

This will move parking from the lot closest to Martin Way (South Lot) to the area closest to I-5 (North Lot). The change will occur immediately following painting of the North Lot. At that time the contractor will close access to the South Lot to support ongoing construction and utility work.

Park and Ride users entering the lot on Friday, June 23 will see signs indicating the South Lot is closed and will be directed to the freshly painted North Lot.

Please pay attention to all signage and park in designated areas only. We appreciate your patience as we work to improve the facility and transit service for our customers. Please call Customer Service with questions at 360-786-1881.

Overnight Northbound I-5 On-Ramp Closures - Completed

What: Several overnight closures of the northbound Interstate 5 (I-5) on-ramp at Martin Way, will result in a detour for vehicles needing to access northbound I-5. The full closures are necessary to allow construction work to reconstruct the on-ramp shoulder and to re-pave and paint in the ramp lane as part of Intercity Transit’s Martin Way Park & Ride Direct Access Project.

When: Closures will be from 8:30 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. on the following dates:

  • Monday, May 15 - I-5 mainline and ramp preparation 
  • Tuesday, May 16 - I-5 mainline and ramp preparation 
  • Wednesday, May 17 - I-5 mainline and ramp preparation 
  • Thursday, May 18 - I-5 mainline and ramp paving

Where: Construction will take place on, or adjacent to, the northbound I-5 on-ramp at Martin Way, near College St.

Impacts: Motorists will see traffic control measures and detours in place for the duration of the overnight construction work. Construction is weather dependent. Updates or changes to the planned closure dates will be posted on electronic signage to keep motorists informed. Motorists using Martin Way to access northbound I-5 at this location are advised to use alternate routes. Southbound access to I-5 will not be impacted.

Detours for Westbound Access to Northbound I-5 - Completed

What: Construction adjacent to the I-5 on-ramp on Martin Way, will require the closure of the westbound right turn lane onto the northbound I-5 ramp. Westbound traffic accessing northbound I-5 will need to detour.

When: The current dates and times are as follows:

  • UPDATED - Thursday, May 18th from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. – Prep for paving

Where: The westbound (right) turn lane onto the northbound I-5 ramp on Martin Way; adjacent to the I-5 on-ramp.

Impacts: Motorists will see traffic control measures and detours in place for the duration of the construction work. Construction is weather dependent. Updates or changes to the planned closure dates will be posted on electronic signage to keep motorists informed. Motorists using the westbound turn lane to access northbound I-5 are advised to use alternate routes. Access from College St. to northbound I-5 will remain open during the lane closures.

Impacts to users of the Martin Way Park & Ride beginning April 3, 2023

What: Upcoming concrete demolition and trenching for new utility lines will impact drive aisles and some parking spaces in the main parking lot as part of planned construction activity. The lot will remain open during construction.

When: Beginning April 3, 2023, with initial work lasting approximately two weeks. New walkways will be poured and placed between the last week of April and early May. The duration of the activity will be four to five weeks.

Where: Trenching will take place in the vicinity of the pedestrian walkway that connects Martin Way and the north side of the main parking area.

Impacts: Users will see orange construction fencing around closed areas near the walkway where work is underway. These areas will include the closure of adjacent parking spaces to provide a buffer for work and users. During trenching, one of the three drive lanes connecting the lot may be closed, requiring lot users to use one of the other entry/exit aisles. Steel plates will temporarily cover drive lanes during construction and between work phases. Fencing will be placed to delineate closed parking areas during the utility trench work and site updates will be provided as conditions change.

The sidewalk on Martin Way is expected to remain open. However, there will be short term closures when work is being done under sidewalk areas where utility connections are being completed.

Martin Way Park & Ride Direct Access construction including parking revisions beginning April 3, 2023

Parking revisions at Martin Way Park and Ride will begin on April 3, 2023.

Park & Ride users should plan for these activities and use caution around work areas. Please watch for pedestrian traffic and pay attention to all site traffic control measures and advisories, observe signage and use caution around work areas.