The Intercity Transit Authority (Authority) will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019 to receive comments on a five-year, “zero-fare” demonstration project. The Authority will vote whether to implement the project on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2019 at Intercity Transit’s administrative office located at 526 Pattison St. SE in Olympia. If passed the project will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2020.
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Intercity Transit will launch its new high-performance, limited stop bus service Monday, November 11, 2019. “The One,” provides faster, more direct transit service, connecting the Martin Way Park & Ride in Lacey to the Capital Mall in west Olympia with limited stops.
Intercity Transit will conduct three public hearings, Wednesday, November 20, 2019, beginning at 5:30 p.m. to receive public comments on the draft 2020 Budget, the 2020-2025 Strategic Plan, and proposed change to fares. The hearings will take place at the administrative offices of Intercity Transit, 526 Pattison SE, Olympia, 98501.
Read the November Rider News for the latest information from Intercity Transit! Learn about an opportunity to provide public comment on our draft 2020 draft budget, strategic plan and proposed fare change. You can also read about the Intercity Transit Authority's consideration of a zero-fare system and our new fast, frequent and direct service - The One! Pick up a copy on buses, at Customer Service or read it here.
Intercity Transit operates on regular schedules on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11. Customer Service, located in the Olympia Transit Center, will be open regular weekday hours, 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the holiday.
Intercity Transit wants your input on its draft 2020 Budget and 2020-2025 Strategic Plan. Comments must be received by 4 p.m. on Nov. 20 to be considered unless they are provided at the public hearing. The Intercity Transit Authority will make final decisions about next year’s budget and the agency’s updated strategic plan at their Dec.4 , 2019 meeting.
Read the October Rider News for the latest information from Intercity Transit! Learn about an exciting opportunity to serve on the Intercity Transit Authority or Community Advisory Committee, a new high performance bus route coming later this fall and tips to ensure you're seen this fall and winter. Pick up a copy on buses, at Customer Service or read it here.
Intercity Transit scheduled a joint meeting for Wednesday, September 18, 2019, at 5:30 p.m.
Read the September Rider News for the latest information from Intercity Transit! Learn about the September 22, 2019 service changes which include more trips to serve you, applying to serve on the Intercity Transit Authority or Community Advisory Committee and more! Pick up a copy on buses, at Customer Service or read it here.
Intercity Transit has implemented a series of schedule changes to better serve our community. Our trip planner and schedules reflect the latest changes.
For Immediate Release: August 27, 2019
Intercity Transit Operates on Sunday Schedules on Labor Day
Olympia, WA – Intercity Transit’s local, Express and Dial-A-Lift bus services will operate on Sunday schedules Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 2. Customer Service at the Olympia Transit Center will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and the Community Vans program will operate by advance reservation only.
The Intercity Transit Authority is canceling the Wednesday, September 4, 2019, meeting. The next meeting of the Authority will be Wednesday, September 18, 2019, at 5:30 p.m.
Read the August Rider News for an opportunity to provide comment on the draft 2019-2024 Transit Development Plan. You'll also find information about service on Labor Day, Dash Saturday service, new hours at our administrative office, and more! Pick up a copy on buses, at Customer Service or read it here.
The Intercity Transit Authority scheduled a special meeting for Friday, July 26, 2019, for the purpose of holding its Authority Planning Session. The governing board will meet from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the administrative offices’ boardroom at 526 Pattison Street SE, Olympia, WA.
Read the July Rider News for information about the Summer Youth Pass, Intercity Transit receiving the Governor's Smart Communities Award, an opportunity to learn how to ride the bus with Travel Training and more! Pick up a copy on buses, at Customer Service or read it here.
Intercity Transit’s Dial-A-Lift, local and Express bus service will operate Sunday schedules on Independence Day, Thursday, July 4. Customer Service at the Olympia Transit Center will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and the Community Vans program will operate by advance reservation only. Intercity Transit’s administrative office will be closed and there is no Village Vans service in observance of the holiday.
INTERCITY TRANSIT AUTHORITY JULY 3, 2019 AUTHORITY MEETING CANCELED
The Intercity Transit Authority is canceling the Wednesday, July 3, 2019, meeting. The next meeting of the Authority will held on Wednesday, July 17, 2019, at 5:30 p.m.
June is Ride Transit Month, a time to celebrate our riders who keep our system going! Read the June Rider News to learn about how you can win prizes this month. You'll also find information about the Summer Youth Pass, Independence Day service and the International Roadeo where one of our drivers was named the best driver in north America! Pick up a copy on buses, at Customer Service or read it here!
Intercity Transit driver Rob Wood was named best bus driver in North America at the American Public Transit Association’s 44th Annual International Bus Roadeo earlier this week in Louisville, Kentucky. Wood, along with Intercity Transit’s maintenance team of Joe Bell, James Bush and Grant Swidecki took second place in the Grand Champion team competition.
Intercity Transit’s Dial-A-Lift, local and Express bus service will operate on Sunday schedules on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27. Customer Service at the Olympia Transit Center will be open from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Intercity Transit’s administrative office will be closed and there is no Village Vans service on the holiday.