RIPTA #RiderOfTheWeek Marisa rides Route 65x to downtown Providence where she works for the educational non-profit @cityyear.bsky.social. 🚌 She finds commuting by bus to be less stressful than driving in traffic, plus she can catch up on her favorite books. Happy #TransitTuesday, Marisa!

Our outreach team is letting riders know about upcoming route changes that go into effect this Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. Pick up a new schedule at our transit hubs, or call 401 781-9400 to have one mailed to you. New schedules will be posted online at RIPTA.com/Schedules.

Mr. Peter, the RIPTA Guy! 🙋‍♂️ Earlier this month, our outreach team visited Hope High School and the Providence Transition Academy to show students how to ride the bus. Want to learn the ropes of riding? Book your in-person RIPTA training session at: RIPTA.com/BusBuddy

Hey Chat GBT, how do I ride RIPTA? They can't help, but your #BusBuddy can! 🚌 Bus Buddy is a personal, one-on-one guide that will accompany you on your first RIPTA bus trip - helping you build confidence as you ride the bus together. Book yours today at RIPTA.com/BusBuddy.

RIPTA’s fall service changes go into effect Saturday, September 27, 2025. Passengers are strongly encouraged to learn about changes to individual routes by visiting RIPTA.com/ServiceChanges or by calling 401-781-9400.

#RiderOfTheWeek Irene has been riding RIPTA to work since 1999. A native of New York City, this Brown University professor is accustomed to using public transit which she finds to be cheaper, safer, and more relaxing than driving. Thanks for riding with us, Irene! #TransitTuesday

Want to ride the bus, but don't know how? 🙋‍♂️ Introducing #BusBuddy, our brand-new program that pairs new riders with a friendly RIPTA staff member to guide you through every step - from paying your fare to pulling the yellow cord! Learn more at RIPTA.com/BusBuddy.

Bike, bus, or walking - there's no wrong way to experience beautiful Bristol, #RhodeIsland! 🚲🚌🚶‍♂️Check out this hand-drawn map by the talented Andy Nosal of @2feet2bucks.com featuring bike and bus routes to explore in Bristol.

Meet your #RiderOfTheWeek! Anastasiia's family rides RIPTA everywhere from the grocery store to the playground, treating each trip as a mini-lesson to teach her kids social skills and responsibility in a safe and supportive environment. Happy #TransitTuesday, Anastasiia!

Booking your paratransit trip? There's an app for that! ♿️ Introducing RIPTA RIde - MTM Go, the NEW app for RIde paratransit passengers to request trips, modify trip information, and receive trip notifications - all in one app. Learn more at RIPTA.com/RiptaRIdeApp.

The Kennedy Plaza Intermodal Transit Center will be closed all day and night on Friday, September 5 and Saturday, September 6 to accommodate PVDFest. The Photo ID Office and Ticket Window will not be open during this time. For details, visit: RIPTA.com/PVDFest

Detour Alert 🚨 RIPTA will detour all bus routes in the Providence area from September 5 through September 6, 2025 to accommodate PVDFest. All bus stops in Kennedy Plaza will be temporarily relocated to Dyer Street. For details, visit: RIPTA.com/PVDFest

Welcome home, Brunonians! At Brown University orientation yesterday, our outreach team helped students learn about the great transit benefits available in their new home. To find out if your college offers transit benefits through our U-Pass program, visit RIPTA.com/students.

Detour Alert 🚨 RIPTA will detour all bus routes in the Providence area from September 5 through September 6, 2025 to accommodate PVDFest. All bus stops in Kennedy Plaza will be temporarily relocated to Dyer Street. For details, visit: RIPTA.com/PVDFest

RIPTA will run a Sunday/holiday schedule on Labor Day, Monday, September 1. All offices, except for the Newport Transportation Center Customer Service Kiosk, will be closed. The Providence/Newport Ferry Shuttle will switch to a fall schedule on September 2. Details: bit.ly/3JDN6XT

Last week our transit ambassadors visited PCTA to teach freshmen how to ride the bus. This week, we're helping students in Kennedy Plaza! 🚌 Have a question? Look for us at Kennedy Plaza in the morning & at select high schools in the afternoon, or visit RIPTA.com/PVDSchools.

Here's to a great school year! 🎓 This week RIPTA's outreach team attended freshmen orientation at Providence School's A-Venture Academy where we spoke to students and parents about riding RIPTA to school. For info. about bus service to your high school, visit RIPTA.com/PVDSchools

#RiderOfTheWeek Val started riding RIPTA on her commute to downtown Providence. Now retired, she rides to appointments, religious services, and the grocery store. Her tip for riding? Eligible seniors can apply for a Reduced Fare Bus Pass! To learn more, visit: RIPTA.com/seniors

Our #RiderOfTheWeek Alana started riding RIPTA while working at Brown University. Nowadays she works from home but continues to ride the bus to avoid parking hassles. Plus, this biker also likes to rack 'n ride! Learn how you can too with this video: bit.ly/3V0sKdQ

Detour Alert 🚨 Due to the Mount Hope Bridge paving, Routes 60 (Providence/Newport) and 61x (Tiverton/East Bay Park & Ride) will be detoured from 7pm on Thursday, August 14 through Sunday, August 17, 2025 and will not travel over the bridge. For info., visit RIPTA.com/detour.

We're excited about the progress of the new Pawtucket-Central Falls Passenger Facility!

Driving to Newport? ⚓️ Skip the parking fees with our NEW shuttle service from the Newport Park & Ride lot on JT Connell Highway! 🚌 The shuttle runs every 15 minutes from 8:30am - 5:30pm. At only $2 per trip, you'll save money and avoid the parking hassle! @discovernewport.bsky.social

The 32 is on detour till noon due to an accident. Outbound: Regular route to Tripps Lane, right on Wampanoag Trail (stay on Wampanoag Trail), left on Amaral St., right on Risho Ave., left on Catamore Blvd., right on Route 6 to Seekonk Mall. Inbound: Regular route.

RIPTA will run a Sunday/holiday schedule on Victory Day, Monday, August 11, 2025. All RIPTA Offices, except for the Customer Service Kiosk in the Newport Transportation Center, will be closed. Click here for details: bit.ly/3UNrLxx

Meet the RIPTA Rider of the Week! 🚌 Dally rides the bus to her job at @rwpzoo.bsky.social where she works as a horticulturist. Before that, Dally rode RIPTA to @rhodeislandcollege.bsky.social where she attended school. Happy Transit Tuesday, Dally!

RIPTA will hold public hearings on proposed service reductions TOMORROW, August 6 in Barrington at the Barrington Public Library from 12pm – 1:30pm and 5pm – 6:30pm. For details, visit: RIPTA.com/PublicHearings

From bus to bike to local businesses! 🚌 Why do you #rideRIPTA?

. @ripta.com to @mbta-cr.bsky.social PVD—>BOS on my way to @ncslorg.bsky.social conference today. Sitting with @katherinekazarian.bsky.social Grateful for public transit so I can commute to this conference. #saveRIPTA

Want to know what Rhode Islanders are saying at the public hearings? For full recordings of the public comment period, a copy of the presentation, and info. about our upcoming hearings next week in Providence and Barrington, visit RIPTA.com/PublicHearings.

RIPTA will hold public hearings on proposed service reductions TOMORROW, July 31 at the Pawtucket Public Library from 5:00pm – 6:30pm. For details, visit: RIPTA.com/PublicHearings

Meet Cindy, your Rider of the Week! 🚌 Cindy loves relaxing on her bus commute to Amica Insurance where she works in sales and client services. Did you know that Amica offers commuter benefits through RIPTA's Wave to Work program? Learn more at RIPTA.com/WaveToWork

RIPTA will hold public hearings on proposed service reductions TOMORROW, July 30 at: 📍 South Kingstown Town Hall | 12pm – 1:30pm 📍 West Warwick Public Library | 5pm – 6:30pm 📍 Kingston Free Library | 5pm – 6:30pm For details, visit: RIPTA.com/PublicHearings

The East Side Tunnel will be closed from July 28, 2025 to August 1, 2025 for drainage work. Routes 1, 32, 33, 34, 35, 40, 61x, 78, and 92 will be detoured during this time. For more info., visit RIPTA.com/alerts

Route 6 is on detour until 4 PM due to construction. For more info., see the full alert here: RIPTA.com/alerts

RIPTA will hold public hearings on proposed service reductions TOMORROW, July 29 at the Newport CCRI Auditorium from 12pm – 1:30pm and again in the evening from 5pm – 6:30pm. For details, visit: RIPTA.com/PublicHearings

RIPTA will hold public hearings on proposed service reductions TODAY, July 28 at the CCRI Knight Campus in Warwick from 12pm – 1:30pm and the Woonsocket Public Library from 5pm – 6:30pm. For details, visit: RIPTA.com/PublicHearings

RIPTA will hold public hearings on proposed service reductions July 28 - Aug. 6. The reductions are part of cost controls to manage a $17.6M budget deficit. Riders should attend to learn more about the changes and provide public comment. For details, visit: RIPTA.com/PublicHearings

RIPTA will hold public hearings on proposed service reductions starting July 28 through Aug. 6. The reductions are part of cost controls to manage a $17.6M budget deficit. Riders should attend to learn more about the changes and provide public comment. For details, visit: bit.ly/4o6ZOy2

What's the coolest way to get around Narragansett, South Kingstown, and Kingston this summer? 🌊 With on-demand public transit that's only $2 per ride! Visit ripta.com/FlexOnDemand to download the app and get started today. 😎

Meet our RIPTA Rider of the Week! Sean rides RIPTA to his job as Assistant Director of Alumni Relations - Affinity Programs at @provcollege.bsky.social. 🚌 Are you a fellow Friar? PC students and staff ride for FREE anywhere in RI by showing their school ID when boarding!

Let's hit the beach! 🚌 🌊 The 36th annual #GovBayDay is this Sunday, July 27. Beach goers can enjoy FREE service on RIPTA's Express Beach Bus thanks to funding from the RI Department Of Environmental Management. For the bus schedule, visit: bit.ly/3IGG3NQ

We're LOVING these urban hiker posters accessible by foot and bus! 🚌➡️🥾 @2feet2bucks.com @pvdstreets.bsky.social

Next stop: sun and sand! 🚌➡️🏖️

Scoop up a ride on #NationalIceCreamDay with $2 off your scoop at Tizzy K's Cereal Ice Cream! 🚍 Take Route 60 to the Warren location or Routes 35, 60, 78 to their Providence scoop shop. 🎉 Show your Wave app or Wave smart card and get $2 off your order this Sunday, July 20!

Should we get the band back together for a last minute addition to the lineup at Folk Fest? 🚌🎵

It's #TransitTuesday, our new series highlighting real Rhode Islanders who use public transit to get to work! 🚌 This week we caught up with Zach on his commute from downtown Providence to RIPTA headquarters where he works as a Principal Planner.

Check out this great ABC6 interview with RIPTA driver Stanley Fallens as he closes in on 50 years behind the wheel! 🚌 www.abc6.com/ripta-bus-dr...

You're invited to a beach day! 🏖️ @pvdstreets.bsky.social is hosting their 3rd annual Transit Oriented Beach Day on Sat. July 19. To join, meet the group at Kennedy Plaza Bus Stop X to catch the 9:30AM bus. No RSVP required. Questions? Email [email protected].

My ride home from the Pawtucket/Central Falls Station: @ripta.com R-Line! 🚌💚

Next stop: a happy retirement! 🚌 After more than four decades of dedicated service, bus operator Thomas G. Cute Jr. is retiring from RIPTA, closing out an extraordinary 45-year career marked by leadership, advocacy and a deep commitment to public service. Congrats, Tom!