Valley Metro is expanding its light rail system to include two lines starting June 7, 2025. (Valley Metro) Ian Schwartz got an early look at how transferring between the A and B line will work ...

Starting on June 7, 2025, Valley Metro will be operating a two-line light rail system with a South Central Extension/Downtown Hub. The two-line system will have an A Line (Phoenix-Tempe-Mesa) and ...

A key reason for that is Valley Metro says they've more than doubled their security team for the light rail dating back to 2023. That’s paired with less turnover in their security team as well.

For added convenience, Valley Metro is increasing ride frequency until 7 p.m. weekdays, with light rail trains arriving every 12 minutes Tempe Streetcar service running 15 minutes.

PHOENIX — Train activity in Phoenix is set to increase as the Valley Metro and the city prepare for the opening of the South Central Extension in June, according to a Friday announcement.