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Get Ready for TAP into Transit Day – July 8!

June 09, 2025

GRTC News

Big wheels are turning in Central Virginia and we want you on board!We’re celebrating with the region on TAP into Transit Day, happening Tuesday, July 8 at Main Street Station.This special event will mark two big milestones for our region: the official launch of our brand-new 60-foot articulated Pulse buses, and the debut of the Transit Access Partnership (TAP)—a community-driven effort to help keep GRTC zero fare.These articulated buses are built for the busy Pulse line, which saw nearly 1.7 million riders last year. With three doors for faster boarding and space for up to 122 riders, they’re designed to reduce crowding and support continued growth. TAP into Transit Day is more than a bus launch though, it’s a chance to celebrate how transit connects us, and to rally support for a zero-fare future across Central Virginia. Whether you ride with us every day or just hop on now and...

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Rider Advisory Council April Meeting Notice

Rider Advisory Council in a meeting

April 15, 2025

GRTC News

GRTC will host the quarterly Rider Advisory Council (RAC) meeting on Tuesday, April 22, 2025,from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at PlanRVA. PlanRVA is located...

GRTC to Continue Zero Fare Next Fiscal Year

the Pulse stopping to allow customers to board

April 11, 2025

GRTC News

RICHMOND, VA — The Greater Richmond Transit Company is pleased to share that Zero Fare service will continue through Fiscal Year 2026, according to the agency’s...

NOTICE: Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10K – Bus Route Updates

runners in the Ukrop's Monument 10K

April 08, 2025

Press Releases

Due to Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10K, several GRTC routes will experience temporary detours or delays on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 5:00am until approximately 3:30pm....

GRTC Earns National Recognition for Leading in Sustainable Transportation Solutions

March 18, 2025

Press Releases

Richmond, Virginia — The Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC) has been recognized as an Accredited Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Organization by the Association for Commuter Transportation (ACT). GRTC’s RideFinders division is one of just nine organizations nationwide to earn this inaugural designation, which honors industry leaders committed to building a more efficient transportation system and enhancing travel options through innovative...

GRTC’s New Site Makes Trip Planning Easier

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February 18, 2025

GRTC News

We are excited to unveil the new and improved rideGRTC.com! Our updated site features a fresh look, easier navigation, and interactive maps, all aimed at...

GRTC Launches Public Safety Officer and Public Safety Ambassador Program to Enhance Rider Experience and Security

Public Safety Officer at the Downtown Transfer Center in front o 2 C bus

January 27, 2025

Press Releases

GRTC is proud to announce the launch of its new Public Safety Officer (PSO) and Public Safety Ambassador (PSA) programs, designed to enhance security, provide...

January 2025 Board Meeting Notice

January 15, 2025

GRTC News

The Board of Directors of GRTC, RideFinders, and Old Dominion Transit Management Company will meet in person for a special session at 8:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 21, at GRTC Headquarters, 301 E Belt Blvd. The agenda and Board Report for this meeting are accessible on GRTC’s website by clicking here. Public participation will be available through in-person participation at the address stated...

GRTC Board of Directors: Finance Committee Meeting January 9, 2025

January 06, 2025

GRTC News

The Finance Committee of the Board of Directors of GRTC, RideFinders, and Old Dominion Transit Management Company will meet at 3:00 p.m., Thursday, January 9th, 2025, in the Eldridge Coles Board Room at GRTC located at 301 East Belt Blvd. Richmond, Virginia 23224. Public participation will be available through in-person participation at the address stated above. Video and audio of...