INDIANAPOLIS — IndyGo’s work on the Blue Line, its third Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line, will close parts of Washington Street from Southeastern to State avenues, and will last for approximately three months, starting on or after Monday, Feb. 9.
One westbound lane will remain open, maintaining local access to residences and businesses along this portion of Washington Street. Eastbound traffic will be detoured south on Southeastern Avenue and north on State Avenue to Washington Street. This closure is needed to construct new storm sewer trunk lines.
IndyGo’s Route 8 is on detour using Southeastern and State avenues. Riders will see some bus stop closures that include Stop# 50605 and Stop# 50607. Temporary stops are available near Oriental Street and Southeastern Avenue and Washington and Cruse streets.
The Blue Line will run 24 miles, connecting the Indianapolis International Airport to the Town of Cumberland via downtown Indianapolis along I-70, Holt Road and Washington Street. The line is scheduled to open for service in 2028. Once complete, it will offer faster, safer and more reliable service.
Riders will benefit from level boarding, fare collection through MyKey, real-time arrival signage, frequent service and covered stations for weather protection. Beyond transit, the project also brings major infrastructure upgrades to the Washington Street corridor. This includes new street paving, improved sidewalks and pedestrian crossings, and ADA-compliant curb ramps, making the corridor safer and more accessible for all.
IndyGo is committed to supporting residents, businesses and neighborhoods along the corridor during construction through resources like our community toolkit, construction liaison and weekly virtual office hours. You can access these tools and receive the latest updates on the anticipated construction schedule, planned detours and other key details directly in your inbox by signing up for the Blue Line newsletter on our website here.
Motorist Detour
Eastbound traffic will be detoured south on Southeastern Avenue and north on State Avenue to Washington Street.
Rider Detour
Washington Street is closed from Southeastern to State avenues. IndyGo’s Route 8 is on detour using Southeastern and State avenues. Bus stops 50605 and 50607 are closed. Temporary stops are available near Oriental Street and Southeastern Avenue and Washington and Cruse streets.
