Base Express Celebrates One Year of Service at Naval Station Norfolk
https://gohrt.com/2023/12/base-express-celebrates-one-year-of-service-at-naval-station-norfolk/This month, Hampton Roads Transit and Naval Station Norfolk are celebrating one year since the launch of the Base Express.
HRT Receives Two New Ferry Boats
https://gohrt.com/2023/11/hrt-receives-two-new-ferry-boats/Hampton Roads Transit has added two new ferry boats to its Elizabeth River Ferry service fleet.
Regional Transit Agencies Host State of Transit Summit
https://gohrt.com/2023/11/regional-transit-agencies-host-state-of-transit-summit/Today, Hampton Roads Transit (HRT), Williamsburg Area Transit Authority, and Suffolk Transit hosted the State of Transit: Transit Means Business summit. Approximately 200 business professionals and community members attended this inaugural event at Hub757 in Suffolk. Maurice Jones, Founder & CEO, MJ Connects, provided the keynote address.
HRT rolls out 12 new buses, adds more pickups for busy Southside route
https://gohrt.com/2023/11/hrt-rolls-out-12-new-buses-adds-more-pickups-for-busy-southside-route/NORFOLK, Va. — A popular bus route on the Southside is now even easier to catch!
The Hampton Roads Transit’s (HRT) Route 20 buses travel between Downtown Norfolk and the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Starting Monday, Director of Communications Amy Jordan said people can hop on an HRT bus every 15 minutes during peak weekday hours, which is between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Jordan said more than 2,000 people use that route every day.
Hampton Roads Transit Adds 12 New Buses to 757 Express
https://gohrt.com/2023/11/hampton-roads-transit-adds-12-new-buses-to-757-express/Hampton Roads Transit is excited to announce the addition of 12 new low-emission buses to its 757 Express fleet. The new buses rolled into service on the Southside this morning in conjunction with the launch of 15-minute peak period service on the Route 20 in Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
HRT Offering Special Event Fare Pass for Grand Illumination Parade
https://gohrt.com/2023/11/hrt-offering-special-event-fare-pass-for-grand-illumination-parade/Thousands are expected to line the streets of Downtown Norfolk for the 37th Annual Grand Illumination Parade on Saturday, November 18, 2023. Hampton Roads Transit is making it easier to get there with a special event pass for the ferry and light rail.
Hampton Roads Transit President & CEO Honored by Local WTS Chapter
https://gohrt.com/2023/11/hampton-roads-transit-president-ceo-honored-by-local-wts-chapter/Hampton Roads Transit is proud to announce its President and CEO, William Harrell has been honored by the Hampton Roads Chapter of the Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS).
Hampton Roads Transit to Increase Frequency on State’s Busiest Bus Route
https://gohrt.com/2023/11/hampton-roads-transit-to-increase-frequency-on-states-busiest-bus-route/Hampton Roads Transit is expanding its 757 Express service by bringing increased frequency back to Route 20. Beginning Monday, November 13, commuters will have the convenience of being able to catch a bus every 15 minutes during the peak hours of 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. every weekday.