Read the May 2026 Rider News for the latest information from Intercity Transit. This issue includes information about the May 3 service change, Memorial Day service, the East Martin Gateway Project, the Annual Transportation Improvement Program, the Great Olympia Bike Rodeo, and Thurston County's Bicycle Community Challenge.
Rider Alerts
Routes 15, 16, and 76 will be on detour starting Sunday, May 3 due to construction of a roundabout at 2nd Ave. and Linwood Ave. in Tumwater. The construction is scheduled to last until mid-July. Four stops will be closed during the construction.View full alert
Route 68 will be on detour starting on Monday, April 27, due to construction of a roundabout at 2nd Ave. and Linwood Ave. in Tumwater. The construction is scheduled to last 2 1/2 months.
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Intercity Transit seeks comments from riders and the community on the proposed 2027-2030 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which is a summary of planned projects that may include and use federal funding during the four-year period.
In Person: Board Room of the Pattison Street facility. Doors open at 5 p.m. Remotely by phone: Toll Free (844) 730-0140 / Phone Conference ID: 499 245 126# Teams Video: Register to observe the meeting via TEAMs. A link to the registration page can be found on the meetings page of our website.
Read the April 2026 Rider News for the latest information from Intercity Transit. This issue includes information on Trip Planning for the May 3 service change, in-person outreach events, Intercity Transit's new Instagram and Reddit pages, upcoming Bicycle Community Challenge events, ITA meeting frequency, and becoming a Village Vans volunteer.
News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 24, 2026 Intercity Transit Authority Moves to Monthly Meeting Schedule Beginning April 2026
Big changes are coming to Intercity Transit on May 3! We’re launching a redesigned bus network that will bring you more frequent buses, faster travel times, more direct routes, and expanded service to new areas.
Because most existing routes will change, we want to help you prepare so your travels continue smoothly. Only routes 13, 21, 600 and 610 will stay the same.
Here are three simple steps to get ready:
Purpose
The purpose of the East Martin Way Gateway Station Roundabout (roundabout) is to establish an integrated bus turnaround facility and station area at the intersection of east Martin Way and Meridian Road. The project will improve pedestrian safety, support Intercity Transit’s operational needs, and serve current and future general purpose and freight traffic at this location.
