Bus

Get where you want to go using local, regional, commuter, express, and rapid transit bus services. If you need to travel beyond your community, take Virginia Breeze Bus Lines, which provides affordable and convenient service throughout the Commonwealth. 

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Benefits of Public Transportation

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Saving Money

Switching to transit could save you as much as $10,000 a year on expenses such as gas, car maintenance, and parking.

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Reducing Air Pollution

Using public transportation instead of driving your own vehicle reduces carbon emissions that contribute to pollution and climate change.

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Avoiding Traffic

Some transit options, like rail, keep you out of traffic altogether. Even on a bus that is traveling in traffic, you’ll be able to relax.

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Having Options

You don’t need a car or driver’s license to get around, thanks to Virginia’s affordable and accessible transit options.

Find Rides. Earn Rewards.

Improve your commute and your leisure time! Get the rider rewards app for your region to find transit options and rideshare partners for commutes by train, bus, carpool, vanpool, and bike. Log your trips and telework days to earn discounts for dining, shopping, leisure activities, services, and more. 

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Emergency Ride Home

If you commute by bus, rail, carpool, or vanpool, you can join a program that provides a free ride to your home or parked car when you need to leave work earlier or later than usual because of an emergency, an illness, or unscheduled overtime. Some restrictions apply. Sign up for a ride-home program in the Northern Virginia, Richmond, or Hampton Roads regions. For other areas, contact your local commuter assistance program.

Other Modes of Transportation

Trolley

Most trolley services operate primarily to provide leisure travel to sites around town, but their schedules and drop-off points can also be useful for commuters. Most trolley services are free or low-cost. Explore your options by using the transportation navigator below.

Ferry

Ferry

Car-and-passenger ferry services are available throughout Virginia and can be used for commuting or leisure travel. Explore your options by using the transportation navigator below.