Announcements

Hampton Roads Transit suspends Saturday Elizabeth River Ferry service

NORFOLK, VA – Hampton Roads Transit is suspending Saturday service on the Elizabeth River Ferry, as the National Weather Service forecasts tidal flooding and windy conditions throughout the region. Bus and light rail services are currently planned to operate as usual, but customers should expect delays and impromptu detours. To track changes in service, customers […]

Hampton Roads Transit Continues to Recruit Bus Operators and Mechanics

NORFOLK, VA – Hampton Roads Transit is continuing its efforts to recruit and hire bus operators and mechanics as it prepares to expand its regional transit service. In fiscal year 2023, HRT added 156 full-time bus operators and hiring continues to be a priority. The agency is hosting a series of career fairs over the […]

Hampton Roads Transit sees ridership growth on two key Peninsula bus routes

HAMPTON – Hampton Roads Transit is seeing steady growth on two key bus routes serving the Peninsula. Rt. 112, which services Jefferson Avenue in Newport News, has seen a 33% increase in ridership since October 2022. Rt. 114, which services Mercury Boulevard in Hampton, has seen a 16% increase in ridership since May 2023. This […]

Subsidy for HRT’s TRAFFIX Vanpool Program Increases to $500

Norfolk, VA – If you’ve ever thought about starting a vanpool, now is the time. TRAFFIX is excited to announce an increase in its monthly stipend to a flat rate of $500 for all new and existing vanpools. Vanpooling is a convenient, cost-effective way to get to work. Groups range from 7 to 15 commuters […]

Hampton Roads Transit Installs 200th Bus Shelter

Norfolk – Today, crews installed the 200th bus shelter at Jefferson Avenue and Meadow Creek in Newport News. This marks another milestone in Hampton Roads Transit’s mission to improve the transit experience through increased passenger amenities. New shelters started going up in February 2021. The agency’s goal is to have 620 new bus stops with […]

Base Express- Free daily transit service at Naval Station Norfolk

HRT to Host Two Student Freedom Pass Sign-Up Events

Norfolk – Students across the region are getting ready to head back to class and Hampton Roads Transit is doing its part to make it easier for them to get there. HRT is hosting two Student Freedom Pass Back to School events: Thursday, August 24, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. HRT Norfolk Headquarters 509 […]

HRT to Host Student Freedom Pass Sign-up Event

Norfolk – Students across the region are getting ready to head back to class and Hampton Roads Transit is doing its part to make it easier for them to get there. HRT is hosting a Student Freedom Pass Back to School Bash on Thursday, August 24, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the lobby […]

Student Freedom Pass Back to School Bash

If you’re not able to make it to the SFP sign-up event you can always fill out an application online and visit one of our transit centers to obtain a pass. Student Freedom Pass Application

Congressman Bobby Scott rides Hampton Roads Transit’s 757 Express, which sees growth in ridership

NEWPORT NEWS – Today, Representative Robert C. “Bobby” Scott visited the Newport News Transit Center and rode the 757 Express along Route 112 from Downtown Newport News to Patrick Henry Mall. Scott was joined by Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones, Newport News City Councilman John R. Eley III, state Senator Mamie Locke, state Delegate Marcia […]