Project Profile: Surrey Langley SkyTrain Extension

The Surrey Langley SkyTrain (SLS) is a 16 km, fully-elevated extension of the Expo Line, engineered to connect Surrey’s regional metropolitan centre with Langley City. This critical infrastructure project will integrate eight new stations into Metro Vancouver’s rapid transit network, accommodating regional growth and providing high-capacity, reliable service along the Fraser Highway corridor.

Technical Specifications

The project entails the construction of a 16 km elevated guideway extending from King George Station to a new terminus at 203 Street in Langley City. The route incorporates eight new stations: 140 Street, 152 Street, 160 Street, 166 Street, 184 Street, 190 Street, 196 Street, and the 203 Street terminus. The infrastructure is designed to support 55 new five-car Mark V SkyTrain vehicles, significantly increasing network capacity. Operationally, the extension is projected to achieve a travel time of approximately 22 minutes from Langley City to King George Station. Service frequency is specified at 4-5 minutes during peak hours and 10 minutes during off-peak periods, with every third Expo Line train continuing to the Langley terminus.

Key Takeaways

• Regional Economic Integration: The extension directly links three major regional centers—Surrey Metro Centre, Fleetwood Town Centre, and Langley Regional City Centre—enhancing access to employment, education, and commercial hubs.
• Significant Modal Shift: Projections indicate the line will accommodate 62,000 daily passengers by 2035, with an estimated 24,000-30,000 of those trips shifted from private vehicles, directly addressing road congestion along the Fraser Highway.
• Transit-Oriented Development: The project is a catalyst for sustainable urban planning, encouraging high-density, mixed-use development around the eight new station areas and reducing regional greenhouse gas emissions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When will the Surrey Langley SkyTrain open?
The Surrey Langley SkyTrain extension is scheduled to be operational and open for passenger service in 2028. Construction is underway across multiple segments of the 16 km route.

Who is building the Surrey Langley SkyTrain?
The project is being delivered by the Province of British Columbia. The primary contract for the guideway, stations, and systems was awarded to SkyLink Guideway Partners, a consortium led by Aecon Group Inc. and Pomerleau Inc.