The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) has announced it will adjust seven bus route schedules beginning on Sunday, May 5.
Per the news release: The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will adjust seven Ride On bus route schedules starting Sunday, May 5, to improve efficiency and on-time performance. Although service levels are staying relatively the same, the changes reflect a shift of resources to allow for more reliable service where there is higher demand. The new schedules will be available at rideonbus.com and in print.
Route changes include:
- Seven routes have timetable changes: 5, 34, 39, 76, 83, 97, 98.
- One route has a slight map change: 76.
Here are details of each route affected:
- Route 5: Trip time adjustments for efficiency. Weekdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
- Route 34: Trip time adjustments for efficiency. Weekdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
- Route 39: Trip time adjustments for efficiency. Weekdays only.
- Route 76: Crossvines stop removed for operational safety. Weekdays only.
- Route 83: Trip time adjustments for efficiency. Weekdays only.
- Route 97: Trip time adjustments for efficiency. Weekdays only.
- Route 98: Trip time adjustments for efficiency. Weekdays only.
Ride On bus fare is only $1 and monthly passes are $22.50 using SmarTrip, cash, or tokens. Seniors age 65 or older, persons with disabilities and youth ages 18 and under all ride free using specialized SmarTrip cards.
The Ride On Trip Planner app is a free regional public transportation planner that will find your fastest route.
For the most up-to-date service information, riders should follow @RideOnMCT on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. In addition, information is available at rideonbus.com, by subscribing to receive email alerts, or by texting MONTGOMERY RIDEON to 468311 to receive text alerts.
For information on MCDOT programs and services visit montgomerycountymd.gov/mcdot, follow @MCDOTNow on X, Facebook and Instagram and subscribe to MCDOT’s “Go Montgomery!” newsletter.
Recent Stories
Olney’s Fair Hill Shops shopping center began its summer concert series on May 9th and will continue through September 26th. The concerts take place on the second and fourth Thursday…
Megan Lee of Watkins Mill High School and Kairo Maysonet Walker of Julius West Middle School were the top winners in their respective categories in this year’s “Keeping it Safe…
It has been nearly 10 years since Walmart officially abandoned its plans to open a store in Aspen Hill. The retail giant was intending to build a 118,000-square-foot store with expanded…
The Office of Governor Moore issued the following news release on Friday, May 17:
FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival
Get ready to experience the vibrant colors, tantalizing flavors, and infectious rhythms of the Caribbean at the FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival! Hosted by RHU LLC, this exciting festival is set to take place on May 18, 2024, at the picturesque 16700 Barnesville Rd in Boyds, MD.
Step into a world where the Caribbean spirit comes alive! From 12:00 PM onwards, immerse yourself in a sensory journey that celebrates the unique culture, cuisine, and music of the Caribbean. Whether you’re an African American, a Reggae or Soca music enthusiast, a wine lover, or part of the vibrant Caribbean diaspora, this festival promises to delight and captivate you in every way.
