Beginning Tuesday, Jan. 7, Purple Line construction will temporarily close Manchester Road north of Wayne Avenue in Silver Spring for six weeks, causing detours for Ride On bus routes 12, 13, 15, and 19 (more…)
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Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) released a bus network redesign plan based on the Ride On Reimagined Study, introducing improved routes, expanded coverage, and new services to enhance transit access and sustainability, including the transition to zero-emission buses and long-term visions for expanded rapid transit lines.
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will adjust schedules for 27 Ride On bus routes starting January 12, 2025, to improve efficiency and reliability, with updated schedules available online and in print. (more…)
Montgomery County’s Ride On bus service was ranked second nationally in the 2024 Riders Choice Awards for Most Popular Agency and recently recognized for a 20% ridership growth by the American Public Transportation Association.
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation’s (MCDO has released its transportation-related schedule changes for the winter holidays: (more…)
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) has released the 2024 Accessible Design Guide to improve accessibility in public spaces, incorporating best practices and community feedback to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. (more…)
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will host an in-person meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 15, at 7 p.m. at Wheaton Woods Elementary School to present and gather feedback on safety improvement concept designs for four locations near the school. (more…)
Montgomery County has announced it will offer free parking in County-owned garages and lots on Super Saturday (Dec. 21) to encourage shopping at local businesses, though on-street meter fees will still apply. (more…)
Go to Free Parking in County Garages and Lots This Saturday in Support of Local Businesses
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The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will hold a virtual public hearing on Jan. 22 to discuss a petition to abandon a public right of way on Hyannis Drive in Silver Spring, with residents invited to provide comments and testimony. (more…)
Montgomery County’s Ride On bus system saw a 20% ridership increase over last year, the second-highest growth nationwide for transit systems of its size, with over 18.5 million rides this fiscal year driven by service improvements and infrastructure upgrades. (more…)
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) has brought back its festive “Flash Lights” buses for the 2024 holiday season, featuring decorated Flash BRT buses running along U.S. 29 throughout December, with riders encouraged to share photos for a chance to win prizes. (more…)