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GRTC Encourages Voters to Plan Their Ride Ahead of Election Day

October 28, 2026

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RICHMOND, Va. — With early voting ending this Saturday and Election Day approaching on Tuesday, November 3, GRTC is reminding voters that they can ride to the polls without paying a fare through its Open Access service. 

Whether voting early or on Election Day, riders are encouraged to confirm their polling location and plan their trip ahead of time. 

Important Voting Dates 

  • Saturday, October 31: Last day of early in-person voting. 
  • Tuesday, November 3: Election Day. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

Find Your Polling Location 

Voters can find their assigned Election Day polling location through the Virginia Department of Elections polling place lookup by entering their address. 

Potential GRTC Transportation Options for Voters:

For voters casting a ballot early, please be sure to confirm early voting location as it may differ from your Election Day polling place. 

Plan Your Ride with GRTC 

Riders using Pulse or fixed-route bus service can plan their trip using Transit app. 

Those traveling within a LINK Microtransit service zone can request a ride through the GRTC On the Go app. 

Riders should confirm service availability, check schedules, and allow extra travel time.

LINK service hours vary by zone. 

Need help planning or booking your trip? Contact GRTC Customer Service at 804-358-4782. 


Ashley Potter

Communications Manager, GRTC

804-516-4148

ashley.potter@ridegrtc.com