News Releases

Hampton Roads Transit, City of Norfolk and Norfolk Tides Team up to Provide Free Light Rail Rides for Home Games

NORFOLK, VA – Hampton Roads Transit (HRT), the City of Norfolk and the Norfolk Tides baseball team are teaming up this season to provide free rides on The Tide light rail for every home game.

Hampton CORE Fair Rescheduled Due to Inclement Weather

Due to inclement weather and the potential for flooding, Hampton Roads Transit is rescheduling its Community Resource (CORE) Fair that was scheduled for today in Hampton. The fair will now be held on Tuesday, April 9.

How to Take Transit to the Tides

Whether by rail or ferry, it’s easy to catch a ride to Norfolk Tides game this season. With limited on-site parking at Harbor Park throughout the season, fans are encouraged to try transit for stress-free travel to and from the ballpark.

HRT Hosting Second Annual Community Resource Fair

HRT Celebrates Earth Day with Free Fares, Bus Stop Cleanups and Community Outreach

With free fares on April 22, eight days of bus stop cleanups, and ways to save you gas, time and money, Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) and its TRAFFIX program are making it easy to give Mother Earth some love this Earth Day.

Hampton Roads Transit Receives Federal Funds to Grow Electric Fleet

Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) has received federal funding to support its growing fleet of electric buses.

Increased Service Brings More Riders To 757 Express

Hampton Roads Transit continues to see steady growth on all 757 Express bus routes serving the Southside and Peninsula.

TRAFFIX is Connecting Businesses to Commuter Solutions

TRAFFIX Commuter Options, in partnership with Hampton Roads Transit and the Virginia Department of Rail and Transportation, is announcing Connecting Businesses; a month-long campaign to help local businesses bring their employees back to work.

Bus Operators and Mechanics Demonstrate Skills at Transit “Roadeo”

Hampton Roads Transit hosted its annual Bus Operator and Maintenance Roadeo February 16-18. This annual competition gives operators and mechanics an opportunity to demonstrate their skills. Winners in each category move on to represent HRT in the state competition.

Community Comes Together To Celebrate Arrival of Two New Ferries

Hampton Roads Transit held a ribbon-cutting ceremony today to celebrate the arrival of two new ferries. Nearly a hundred people gathered on the dock at Waterside to help welcome Elizabeth River Ferries VI and VII to the fleet.