Transit Game-Changer: Metro Transit’s New Route 725 to Slash Northwest Metro Commute Times by an Hour

Transit Game-Changer: Metro Transit’s New Route 725 to Slash Northwest Metro Commute Times by an Hour

Coon Rapids, MN — A major enhancement to public transportation is set to launch this winter in the northwest metro, promising to save commuters significant time and improve regional connectivity. Beginning December 6, 2025, Metro Transit will introduce Route 725, a new crosstown bus designed to directly link Osseo, Brooklyn Park, Coon Rapids, and Blaine.

The route is projected to reduce commuting times between 85th Avenue in Brooklyn Park and Northtown Mall in Blaine by as much as one hour, eliminating the need for multiple transfers and streamlining what has long been a lengthy east-west commute.

A Direct Answer to Long-Standing Transit Gaps

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For years, residents and workers in the northwest suburbs have sought a more efficient transit option that connects major residential neighborhoods, schools, and job centers without forcing lengthy detours into Minneapolis. Metro Transit officials say Route 725 is designed to meet that need by running a strategic corridor along Jefferson Highway, 85th Avenue, and Highway 610.

The route will connect riders to key destinations, including North Hennepin Community College, Hennepin Technical College, Walmart Supercenter near Highway 610, and the bustling Northtown Mall. Riders will also have access to transfer points linking to a broad network of existing routes—including Routes 10, 25, 705, 723, 724, 764, 804, 805, and 860—making travel across the metro more seamless.

Service Details

Metro Transit’s service plan for Route 725 includes:

• Hourly trips: Buses running every 60 minutes.
• Extended hours: Service operating seven days a week, from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., including holidays.
• Regional integration: Connections to multiple existing routes, providing direct access to Minneapolis and beyond.

Community Feedback: Final Stop Placement

While the route design is nearly complete, Metro Transit is still determining the precise locations of bus stops. To make sure the service meets community needs, the agency is actively seeking public input.

Residents of Osseo, Brooklyn Park, Coon Rapids, and Blaine are encouraged to weigh in before the survey deadline on Friday, September 26, 2025. Feedback will help Metro Transit finalize stops near top destinations, including schools, hospitals, and employment centers.

Take the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NH2KDBY

Looking Ahead

Local officials see Route 725 as a transformative investment in mobility, equity, and economic opportunity for the northwest suburbs. By shaving an hour off daily commutes for some riders, the new line is expected to improve access to jobs, education, and essential services while reducing reliance on cars in one of the Twin Cities’ fastest-growing suburban corridors.

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