Getting Ready for Winter Weather News January 11, 2023 - Though the weather outside is mild, Rochesterians know the snow and ice will be here soon! January 11, 2023 in County Though the weather outside is mild, Rochesterians know the snow and ice will be here soon! Read more
New Buses Roll Out with Q’Straint Quantum News October 20, 2022 - The Q’Straint Quantum system allows customers to security mobility devices easily and safely. October 20, 2022 in County The Q’Straint Quantum system allows customers to security mobility devices easily and safely. Read more
A Better RTS On Demand Starts 9/28/22! News September 14, 2022 - To improve RTS On Demand, we’re partnering with Via, an industry-tested platform used in over 600 communities in more than 35 countries around the world. September 14, 2022 in County To improve RTS On Demand, we’re partnering with Via, an industry-tested platform used in over 600 communities in more than 35 countries around the world. Read more
Coming Soon: RTS Go cards with VanillaDirect News August 01, 2022 - VanillaDirect-powered RTS Go cards lets you reload your account at a local retailer. August 01, 2022 in County VanillaDirect-powered RTS Go cards lets you reload your account at a local retailer. Read more
Let us know your thoughts about Rt. 42 News May 11, 2022 - If you’re missing the Rt. 42, please let us know. May 11, 2022 in County If you’re missing the Rt. 42, please let us know. Read more
Know Your Route: Changes Coming Jan. 3 News December 06, 2021 - RTS Monroe will roll out changes to portions of its RTS Connect and RTS On Demand services starting Monday, January 3. December 06, 2021 in County RTS Monroe will roll out changes to portions of its RTS Connect and RTS On Demand services starting Monday, January 3. Read more
Get to School with RTS! News August 27, 2021 - Learn how to get to school with RTS. August 27, 2021 in County Learn how to get to school with RTS. Read more
Know Your Route: Changes Coming Sept. 6! News August 16, 2021 - Learn more about the upcoming changes by watching our video information session. August 16, 2021 in County Learn more about the upcoming changes by watching our video information session. Read more
Introducing Rt. 71 Public Market Special! News June 30, 2021 - On Thursday, July 1, we’re launching the new Route 71 Public Market Special, with service between the RTS Transit Center and Rochester’s Public Market. June 30, 2021 in County On Thursday, July 1, we’re launching the new Route 71 Public Market Special, with service between the RTS Transit Center and Rochester’s Public Market. Read more
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics at RTS Transit Center News June 08, 2021 - The RTS Transit Center will be the site of several COVID-19 vaccination clinics this summer. June 08, 2021 in County The RTS Transit Center will be the site of several COVID-19 vaccination clinics this summer. Read more
RTS On Demand 101 News May 25, 2021 - Our newest service is RTS On Demand. Here's a primer on the service and how to use it. May 25, 2021 in County Our newest service is RTS On Demand. Here's a primer on the service and how to use it. Read more
Need a Ride? You STILL need a mask! News May 19, 2021 - When riding RTS vehicles or on RTS property, you still must cover your nose and mouth with a mask or face covering. May 19, 2021 in County When riding RTS vehicles or on RTS property, you still must cover your nose and mouth with a mask or face covering. Read more
Reimagine RTS: One Week To Go! News May 10, 2021 - Get ready for the new RTS launching on Monday, May 17, 2021! May 10, 2021 in County Get ready for the new RTS launching on Monday, May 17, 2021! Read more
Reimagine RTS Webinar News April 29, 2021 - Did you miss our Reimagine RTS webinar? No worries: you can watch a recording and get a complete overview of the changes launching on Monday, May 17. April 29, 2021 in County Did you miss our Reimagine RTS webinar? No worries: you can watch a recording and get a complete overview of the changes launching on Monday, May 17. Read more
Navigating the New RTS News April 05, 2021 - Get ready for a more frequent, reliable, and connected transit system launching on May 17, 2021! April 05, 2021 in County Get ready for a more frequent, reliable, and connected transit system launching on May 17, 2021! Read more
Reimagine RTS Launches May 17! News February 18, 2021 - Has it been a while since you've thought about Reimagine RTS? We've got you covered. February 18, 2021 in County Has it been a while since you've thought about Reimagine RTS? We've got you covered. Read more
Wearing Your Mask? Win $20 on a RTS Go card! News December 08, 2020 - We’d like to say thanks for wearing a mask when you use RTS. You're staying safe while you’re staying connected. December 08, 2020 in County We’d like to say thanks for wearing a mask when you use RTS. You're staying safe while you’re staying connected. Read more
Stay Safe: Wear Your Mask News November 30, 2020 - Starting today, customers who do not wear a covering over their face and mouth will be refused service and removed from RTS property. Employees who do not comply will be handled internally as a personnel matter. November 30, 2020 in County Starting today, customers who do not wear a covering over their face and mouth will be refused service and removed from RTS property. Employees who do not comply will be handled internally as a personnel matter. Read more
Three Ways to Pay Starts July 15 News June 15, 2020 - On July 15, RTS will introduce three new ways to pay for fares: RTS Go mobile, RTS Go cards and exact change with cash on the bus. June 15, 2020 in County On July 15, RTS will introduce three new ways to pay for fares: RTS Go mobile, RTS Go cards and exact change with cash on the bus. Read more
Fare Collection and Front Door Boarding Resumes July 15 News June 15, 2020 - RTS will start collecting fares again, resume regular service for many of our Regionals, and implement a new boarding and exiting policy for our 40- and 60- foot buses in Monroe County. June 15, 2020 in County RTS will start collecting fares again, resume regular service for many of our Regionals, and implement a new boarding and exiting policy for our 40- and 60- foot buses in Monroe County. Read more
All Day Reduced Fares Roll out July 15! News June 15, 2020 - Starting on July 15, Persons with Disabilities, Seniors 65+, and children 6 -11 will be able to pay the reduced fare throughout the day. June 15, 2020 in County Starting on July 15, Persons with Disabilities, Seniors 65+, and children 6 -11 will be able to pay the reduced fare throughout the day. Read more
Preventing the Spread of Coronavirus News March 05, 2020 - With the Flu season still underway and the heightened awareness of the COVID-19 novel Coronavirus, Regional Transit Service (RTS) is sharing information that everyone can use to help prevent the spread of the virus. March 05, 2020 in County With the Flu season still underway and the heightened awareness of the COVID-19 novel Coronavirus, Regional Transit Service (RTS) is sharing information that everyone can use to help prevent the spread of the virus. Read more
What's Ahead for RTS in 2019 News January 07, 2019 - CEO Bill Carpenter looks ahead to what's in store for RTS in 2019. January 07, 2019 in County CEO Bill Carpenter looks ahead to what's in store for RTS in 2019. Read more
Ride Free on NYE! News December 17, 2018 - To make ringing in the New Year safer and easier, RTS providing free rides on New Year's Eve starting at 6pm. December 17, 2018 in County To make ringing in the New Year safer and easier, RTS providing free rides on New Year's Eve starting at 6pm. Read more
Innovations in Transit: RTA Connect in Dayton, OH News October 18, 2018 - To share changes taking place in our industry and what is being done in other cities, we're introducing a new series called “Innovations in Transit.” October 18, 2018 in County To share changes taking place in our industry and what is being done in other cities, we're introducing a new series called “Innovations in Transit.” Read more
Celebrating Customer Service Week! News October 02, 2018 - We're sharing compliments from customers about our Customer Service Representatives. October 02, 2018 in County We're sharing compliments from customers about our Customer Service Representatives. Read more
What's a "Short Line?" and other Reimagine RTS FAQs News May 21, 2018 - As you may have heard, RTS is conducting a study called Reimagine RTS. When learning about the Reimagine RTS draft transit plan, some people are unclear about some of its features. Here are a few of the most common questions and their answers. May 21, 2018 in County As you may have heard, RTS is conducting a study called Reimagine RTS. When learning about the Reimagine RTS draft transit plan, some people are unclear about some of its features. Here are a few of the most common questions and their answers. Read more
April 2018 Customer Open House News April 24, 2018 - On Thursday, April 12, we held an Enjoy the Ride Customer Open House featuring a presentation by CEO Bill Carpenter. If you weren’t able to attend, here’s an overview of the presentation. April 24, 2018 in County On Thursday, April 12, we held an Enjoy the Ride Customer Open House featuring a presentation by CEO Bill Carpenter. If you weren’t able to attend, here’s an overview of the presentation. Read more
Reimagine RTS Update News February 09, 2018 - This week marked an important step for Reimagine RTS: the release of the project’s proposed guiding principles and goals. February 09, 2018 in County This week marked an important step for Reimagine RTS: the release of the project’s proposed guiding principles and goals. Read more
Happy Holidays and 2017 Year in Review News December 20, 2017 - A message from RTS CEO Bill Carpenter December 20, 2017 in County A message from RTS CEO Bill Carpenter Read more
Six Tips to Enjoy the Ride this Winter News December 12, 2017 - Wind, snow, and freezing rain are all too familiar for Rochester residents. The following tips will help you to stay comfortable and enjoy the ride. December 12, 2017 in County Wind, snow, and freezing rain are all too familiar for Rochester residents. The following tips will help you to stay comfortable and enjoy the ride. Read more
Saluting Veterans News November 10, 2017 - Veterans Day is a time for our nation to recognize the sacrifices and contributions made by those in the Armed Forces and express our gratitude. November 10, 2017 in County Veterans Day is a time for our nation to recognize the sacrifices and contributions made by those in the Armed Forces and express our gratitude. Read more
Behind the Wheel News September 18, 2017 - Everyone has places they need to be, and Bus Operators are responsible for getting them there! September 18, 2017 in County Everyone has places they need to be, and Bus Operators are responsible for getting them there! Read more
Navigate ROC by Bus and by Bike News July 21, 2017 - We're excited to partner with the City of Rochester on its new bike sharing program! July 21, 2017 in County We're excited to partner with the City of Rochester on its new bike sharing program! Read more
ROC Transit Day: Friday, June 16 News June 14, 2017 - ROC Transit Day is Friday, June 16 and, as a show of support for public transit, these well-known Rochester institutions are celebrating public transit by offering discounted admission! June 14, 2017 in County ROC Transit Day is Friday, June 16 and, as a show of support for public transit, these well-known Rochester institutions are celebrating public transit by offering discounted admission! Read more
Share Your Thoughts for a Chance to Win! News May 10, 2017 - Let us know your thoughts and you could win a RTS prize pack, including bus passes! May 10, 2017 in County Let us know your thoughts and you could win a RTS prize pack, including bus passes! Read more
Sorry? Not Sorry. News April 03, 2017 - A bus stop once in the running for “Sorriest Bus Stop in America” gets an upgrade. April 03, 2017 in County A bus stop once in the running for “Sorriest Bus Stop in America” gets an upgrade. Read more
It's Transit Driver Appreciation Day! News March 17, 2017 - In honor of Transit Driver Appreciation Day, we'd like to share a few thank-yous our Bus Operators have received from customers. March 17, 2017 in County In honor of Transit Driver Appreciation Day, we'd like to share a few thank-yous our Bus Operators have received from customers. Read more
Frederick Douglass in Rochester News February 20, 2017 - Remember and recognize Frederick Douglass' work and achievements with a tour powered by public transit. February 20, 2017 in County Remember and recognize Frederick Douglass' work and achievements with a tour powered by public transit. Read more
Land of the Lost -- and Found News January 24, 2017 - What happens when you leave a phone, a bike, or even a flat screen TV on the bus? Take an inside peek at RTS’ Lost & Found department. January 24, 2017 in County What happens when you leave a phone, a bike, or even a flat screen TV on the bus? Take an inside peek at RTS’ Lost & Found department. Read more
Thank You, Veterans News November 11, 2016 - A message from Bill Carpenter, RTS CEO. November 11, 2016 in County A message from Bill Carpenter, RTS CEO. Read more
Tap. Go. It really is that easy. News November 02, 2016 - Starting November 15, you’ll be able to buy a new type of bus pass: the Tap & Go! RTS Fast Pass. November 02, 2016 in County Starting November 15, you’ll be able to buy a new type of bus pass: the Tap & Go! RTS Fast Pass. Read more
Thanks for Sharing Your Thoughts! News October 27, 2016 - Whether you visit us in person at the RTS Transit Center, give us a call or use our new Contact Us form, we thank you for taking time out of your day to share your thoughts with us. October 27, 2016 in County Whether you visit us in person at the RTS Transit Center, give us a call or use our new Contact Us form, we thank you for taking time out of your day to share your thoughts with us. Read more
How Do You Like *Your* Open Houses? News October 17, 2016 - Every few months, RTS holds a Enjoy the Ride Open House, and we'd like to know which type you prefer. October 17, 2016 in County Every few months, RTS holds a Enjoy the Ride Open House, and we'd like to know which type you prefer. Read more
Are Pets Allowed on the Bus? News September 26, 2016 - Yes! Follow the rules and you’re welcome to bring your furry, feathery, or scaly friend along to enjoy the ride! September 26, 2016 in County Yes! Follow the rules and you’re welcome to bring your furry, feathery, or scaly friend along to enjoy the ride! Read more
New Technology Means Improved Customer Service News July 27, 2016 - If you’ve spoken with a RTS Customer Service Representative recently, you may have noticed something new. We’re rolling out new technology, strategies, and practices to improve our customer service and help you better enjoy the ride. July 27, 2016 in County If you’ve spoken with a RTS Customer Service Representative recently, you may have noticed something new. We’re rolling out new technology, strategies, and practices to improve our customer service and help you better enjoy the ride. Read more
Join Us For an Enjoy the Ride Customer Open House News July 18, 2016 - Curious about what’s new at RTS? Something about service got you stumped? Have an idea you’d like to share? An Enjoy the Ride Customer Open House is the perfect opportunity to learn more and share your thoughts! July 18, 2016 in County Curious about what’s new at RTS? Something about service got you stumped? Have an idea you’d like to share? An Enjoy the Ride Customer Open House is the perfect opportunity to learn more and share your thoughts! Read more
Did You Know? RTS Transit Facts News June 16, 2016 - In honor of #ROCTransitDay, we've collected some fast facts about RTS and public transit. June 16, 2016 in County In honor of #ROCTransitDay, we've collected some fast facts about RTS and public transit. Read more
#ROCTransitDay 2016: June 16 News June 09, 2016 - #ROCTransitDay is a grassroots campaign organized by Reconnect Rochester in collaboration with RTS to encourage Rochesterians to use public transit and go car-free for one day ... and if they like it, maybe more! June 09, 2016 in County #ROCTransitDay is a grassroots campaign organized by Reconnect Rochester in collaboration with RTS to encourage Rochesterians to use public transit and go car-free for one day ... and if they like it, maybe more! Read more
Ride the Bus? You’re Already Making a Positive Impact on the Environment News April 22, 2016 - If you’re a regular bus rider, you’re already making a big, positive impact on the environment. April 22, 2016 in County If you’re a regular bus rider, you’re already making a big, positive impact on the environment. Read more
Celebrating 10 Years of Safe Place News March 22, 2016 - RTS is celebrating the 10 year anniversary of Safe Place, a national youth outreach and prevention program for young people in need of immediate help and safety. March 22, 2016 in County RTS is celebrating the 10 year anniversary of Safe Place, a national youth outreach and prevention program for young people in need of immediate help and safety. Read more
Share Your Thoughts on our Regional Operations News February 09, 2016 - February 09, 2016 in County Read more Spotlight on C.A.R.E. : D&C Letter to the Editor News January 27, 2016 - January 27, 2016 in County Read more Hi-Tech Stations Opening in U of R Medicine/College Town Area News January 26, 2016 - This weekend, you'll see six new and innovative bus shelters surrounding the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) and College Town. January 26, 2016 in County This weekend, you'll see six new and innovative bus shelters surrounding the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) and College Town. Read more
Spotlight on C.A.R.E. : D&C Letter to the Editor News January 27, 2016 - January 27, 2016 in County Read more Hi-Tech Stations Opening in U of R Medicine/College Town Area News January 26, 2016 - This weekend, you'll see six new and innovative bus shelters surrounding the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) and College Town. January 26, 2016 in County This weekend, you'll see six new and innovative bus shelters surrounding the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) and College Town. Read more
Hi-Tech Stations Opening in U of R Medicine/College Town Area News January 26, 2016 - This weekend, you'll see six new and innovative bus shelters surrounding the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) and College Town. January 26, 2016 in County This weekend, you'll see six new and innovative bus shelters surrounding the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) and College Town. Read more