This is listing of all the transit providers in the region,
their service areas, and how to access them.
Northern Virginia is fortunate to have a number of public transportation options
available. These choices are listed below along with information to help you utilize the
transit system to its fullest.
Amtrak
- Serves VRE stations at Alexandria, Woodbridge, Quantico, and
Fredericksburg, offering intercity rail links to various points along the Eastern Seaboard
and inland. Telephone: 1-800-USA-RAIL.
Maryland Rail Commuter service (MARC) - Serves
as a major means of commuting between Washington, D.C. and Baltimore and Perryville,
Maryland as well as Washington, D.C. and Martinsburg, West Virginia. For MARC information,
call 1-800-325-RAIL.
MetroAccess
- ADA complementary paratransit, provided by WMATA in accordance with ADA law. Service provided to eligible riders certified as functionally unable to use regular fixed-route.
OmniRide -
Offers comprehensive
transit services to residents of eastern Prince William County and the Manassas Area.
Both local and commuter bus service to the Pentagon, Crystal City, and Washington
D.C. are available. Call (703)730-OMNI or (888) 730-OMNI
for more information. Offers comprehensive
transit services to residents of eastern Prince William County and the Manassas Area.
Both local and commuter bus service to the Pentagon, Crystal City, and Washington
D.C. are available. Call (703)730-OMNI or (888) 730-OMNI
for more information.
SW
Tours provides commuter bus service to the
Vienna Metro Station, Rosslyn Metro Station, Pentagon Metro
Station, and Washington D.C. for residence of the Shenandoah
Valley including Woodstock, VA and Front Royal, VA.
SmarTraveler - For Washington D.C.
area real-time traffic and transit information check out www.smartraveler.com or call (202)
863-1313 or #211. For Washington D.C.
area real-time traffic and transit information check out www.smartraveler.com or call (202)
863-1313 or #211. For Washington D.C.
area real-time traffic and transit information check out www.smartraveler.com or call (202)
863-1313 or #211.
Virginia
Railway Express (VRE) - Provides peak period commuter
rail service from Manassas and Fredericksburg into stations in Alexandria, Crystal City
and downtown Washington, D.C, as well as suburban locations along the way. For schedule
information call the VRE automated phone system 24-hours a day, at: (703) 684-0400
or 1-800-RIDE-VRE, (TTY number: (703) 684-0551). Be prepared with the
departure and arrival stations and the time of day during which you want to travel.
Washington
Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) - Operates
Metrorail and Metrobus, throughout the region. Serves northern Virginia with 20 rail
stations in Virginia, as well as stations in the District and Maryland. WMATA also runs an
extensive regional Metrobus service in the Washington D.C. metro area. Free Trip planning
and detailed route and schedule information is available online at www.wmata.com.
Or you may call Metro's Customer Information at (202) 637-7000
(TDD (202)
638-3780). Information is available in more than 140 languages weekdays from 6 a.m.
until 10:30 p.m., weekends from 8 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Regional Special Needs Transit - Reduced fare media for
people with disabilities for Metro, VRE and MARC are all available at The Commuter Store. In addition,
Project
Action Accessible Traveler's Database is a
comprehensive database of accessible transit services in the United States. WMATA's
MetroAccess
also provides regional paratransit service.
DASH - Connects the Braddock Road, Eisenhower Avenue,
King Street, Van Dorn Street and Pentagon METRO stations to points throughout Alexandria.
Operates seven days a week, and monthly passes are available. Call (703) 370-3274
for more information.
DOT Paratransit Program-
Specialized transportation for
Alexandria residents who cannot use fixed-route service.
Senior
Taxi - Service for seniors to travel within
the City of Alexandria for shopping trips and within 5-mile radius for medically-related travel.
For more information call (703) 836-4414.
Senior Trolley
-A bus available to persons 60 and older on specially
scheduled routes to shopping and senior centers. Donation
requested. Charter service available for fee. Phone: (703)
838-0920.
WMATA - Has several metro stations in Alexandria. Served by Metrobus
Routes 7A-X, 8S-Z, 9A-E, 10A-E, 11P, 11Y, 16L, 17A-B, 18F, 21A-F, 23A-C, 25,A-R, 25B,
28C,28F-G, 29K-N and P13. For more information call (202) 637-7000 (TDD (202)
638-3780).
VRE - Both the Manassas and Fredericksburg lines have a station in
Alexandria. For schedule information call the VRE automated phone system 24-hours a day,
at: (703) 684-0400 or 1-800-RIDE-VRE, (TTY number: (703) 684-0551).
Be prepared with the departure and arrival stations and the time of day during which you
want to travel.
Special Needs Transit - Anyone living within the city
limits of Alexandria who has a disability which prevents the use of regular transit
service is eligible to use Alexandria DOT. Participation is by application to the city of
Alexandria. In addition, WMATA operates a regional paratransit system,
MetroAccess, that serves Alexandria. Call (301) 588-8182
or visit the web site for more information and an application form.
ART - ART buses operate a continuous loop route in Crystal City. ART also
provides a Free Shopper's Shuttle Sponsored by the Charles E. Smith Company between 11:00
AM and 2:00 PM that leaves from the Crystal Underground every 5 minutes. The base fare is
50 cents. ART also provides a free shopper's shuttle between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM that
leaves from the Crystal Underground every 5 minutes. For more information on these ART
services call (703) 228-RIDE. Additional information about ART can also be obtained at
Arlington County's transportation web site, CommuterPage.com.
WMATA - Served by Metrobus routes: 1B-Z, 2A-B-C-G, 3A-B-E-F, 4A-S, 7A-X,
8S-Z, 9A-E, 10A-E, 10B-C-D, 11P, 13A-G, 15K-L, 16A-J, 16L, 16S-X, 17A-M, 17G-L, 18E-F,
18G-J, 18P, 21A-F, 22A-F, 23A-C, 24M-P, 24T, 25A-r, 25B, 28F-G, 29C-X, 38B and P13. For
more information, including routes, maps and schedules, check out the Metrobus section of Arlington's
Commuter Page or www.wmata.com.
In addition, there are several metro stations in Arlington. For more information call (202)
637-7000 (TDD (202) 638-3780).
VRE - Both the Manassas and Fredericksburg lines have a station in
Crystal City. For schedule information call the VRE automated phone system 24-hours a day,
at: (703) 684-0400 or 1-800-RIDE-VRE, (TTY number: (703) 684-0551).
Be prepared with the departure and arrival stations and the time of day during which you
want to travel.
Special Needs Transit-
STAR, Specialized Transit for
Arlington Residents, is Arlington County's reserved trip service for persons with
disabilities. STAR is an alternative to calling MetroAccess to reserve
trips. Residents currently certified-eligible under the MetroAccess program and
other Arlington residents authorized by a County agency may use STAR. Call Star at (703)
228-TRIP for more information.
Arlington
County transportation resources for seniors and persons with
disabilities: click
here.
Fairfax Connector - Operates several
routes in the Falls Church area of Fairfax County. Call (703) 339-7200 for more
information.
WMATA - Served by Metrobus routes: 2A-B-C-G, 3A-B-F, 22A-B, and 28A-B. For
more information call (202) 637-7000 (TDD (202) 638-3780) or go to www.wmata.com.
Special Needs Transit - The city of Falls Church
Fare Wheels program is a regional transportation network including the cities of Falls
Church and Fairfax, and Arlington County. Fare Wheels allows participants to use
redeemable coupons for up to $35 per month to pay for transportation services. Individuals
may choose from among a pool of participating transportation providers, selecting the one
that best meets their needs. Participants must be residents of the city of Falls Church,
at least 62 years of age or permanently disabled, with an annual income not to exceed
$30,000. Participation is by application to the city of Falls Church. Additionally,
WMATA operates a regional paratransit system, MetroAccess, that serves the city of Falls Church. Call (301)
588-8182 or visit the web site for more information and an application form.
GEORGE
Bus - GEORGE is the City of Falls Church,
Virginias clean diesel bus that provides local transit service to and from the
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authoritys (WMATA) East and West Falls Church
Metrorail stations and throughout the City.
CUE - Two lines that serve the
Vienna/Fairfax-GMU metrorail station,
George Mason University and the City of Fairfax. Seven days a week. Fare is $.50. Call (703)
385-7859 for more information, or go to the CUE Web
or the OnCue
Business Directory for additional route and schedule information.
City Wheels is a City
of Fairfax program that provides alternative transportation
within the City, to the Vienna/Fairfax-GMU Metrorail
station, to George Mason University, and to Fair Oaks
Hospital for city residents who are disabled and find it
difficult or impossible to use conventional bus service.
City Wheels service is provided through private taxicabs.
The fare for this service is $1. For more information,
please call 703-385-7859.
WMATA - Served by Metrobus routes: 1C-Z, 2B-G, 15K-L, 17A, 17G, and
29K-N. For more information call (202) 637-7000
(TDD (202) 638-3780)
or go to www.wmata.com.
Special Needs Transit- The city of Fairfax City Wheels
program offers alternative transportation within the city of Fairfax to the Vienna/Fairfax
GMU Metrorail station, to George Mason University, and to Fair Oaks Hospital.
Participation is by application to the city of Fairfax. Coupons for transportation are
obtained by placing a mail order prior to each month. Orders may take up to two weeks to
process. Rides are arranged by the participant by contacting the transportation company
directly. The average passenger fare is $1. Call (703) 385-7859 for more
information. In addition, WMATA operates a regional paratransit system,
MetroAccess, that serves the city of Fairfax. Call (301)
562-5360 or visit the web site for more information and an application form.
Fairfax Connector - Consists of 58 routes serving ten Metrorail
stations in Northern Virginia. In addition to Fairfax County, Fairfax Connector
serves areas in Arlington, Alexandria, and Fairfax City. Most service is in the
southeastern area of the county and in the Dulles Corridor. Expanded service was
initiated in the Dulles Corridor in July 1999. Base fares range from $0.50 to
$2.50. Call (703)339-7200 for more information.
Transportation
Association of Greater Springfield (TAGS) Shuttle-TAGS
is a transportation advocacy organization which supports
transportation options and solutions for Greater
Springfield. TAGS also operates a week-day shuttle service
in and around the commercial district of Springfield.
For route and timetable information visit the TAGS web site
at www.tagsva.org
or call 703/339-7200.
For more information about the TAGS Shuttle, e-mail tags@tagsva.org
or call 703/
971-7727. You can also visit www.springfieldinterchange.com,
click on "Commuter Solutions" and then
"TAGS."
WMATA's SmartMover
Montgomery-Tysons Beltway Express -
Offers express weekday service between
Montgomery County and Tysons Corner via the Tysons Westpark Transit Center. Fare of
$2.00 each way. The following Metrobus routes also serve Fairfax County: 1B-Z, 2A-G, 2W,
3A-F, 3W-Z, 4A-B-S, 7A-F-H-X, 9A, 10D, 11Y, 12C-d, 12E-F, 12L-M, 12R-S, 15K-L, 16A-J, 16L,
16W, 17A-M, 17G-L, 18E-F, 18G-J, 18P-R-S, 20F-Y 22A-B, 23A-C, 24T, 25A-R, 25B, 28A-B,
28F-G, 29C-X, 29K-N, S80-81, and S91. In addition, there are 8 Metrorail stations in
the county. For more information call (202) 637-7000. TDD
(202)
638-3780).
Special Needs Transit - Fairfax County provides the
Fastran fleet, which
offers door-to-door service within Northern Virginia for consumers of county human
services programs and provides core carrier service for
MetroAccess. In addition, there is
a midday Dial-a-Ride program for income eligible residents. Dial-a-Ride fares are paid on
a cash basis and range from $1 to $3 per trip. Trips are scheduled by the participant
through Fastran. Participation is by application to Fairfax County. The program is
structured to meet the transportation needs of low income persons by restricting
eligibility to those with an annual household income at or below 250 percent of the
federal poverty level. Fastran also received a state grant to provide
Fastran-to-Work
service for Virginia Initiative for Employment not Welfare (VIEW) clients and their
children living in the western part of the county. Call (703) 222-9764for more information. Additionally, WMATA operates a regional paratransit system,MetroAccess, that serves Fairfax County. Call
(301) 588-8182
or visit the web site for more information and an application form.
Seniors
on the Go! - This program is limited to
individuals 65 or older, with an annual income of $40,000 or
less for a family of one and $50,000 or less for a married
family of two. Application
Form
Loudoun
County Commuter Buses - Weekday commuter buses, inbound
in the mornings and outbound in the evenings, from Purcellville, Hamilton, Leesburg and
Eastern Loudoun (Dulles North Transit Center) into Rosslyn, the Pentagon and numerous
stops in Washington DC. Leaves Loudoun from 5:00 a.m. to 8:35 a.m. and leaves the District
from 3:35 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Fare is $6 cash each way or $50 for a book of ten trips. Bus
service is also offered from Cascades to West Falls Church Metro each weekday with inbound
trips leaving Cascades from 5:25 a.m. to 6:55 p.m. and outbound departures from West Falls
Church from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Fare for this service is $1.50 cash each way or $12.50
for a book of ten trips. Loudoun County also offers reverse commute service from West
Falls Church Metro to the campuses of AOL and MCI/WorldCom in Ashburn each weekday with
departures from West Falls Church Metro from 6:25 a.m. to 8:10 a.m. and departures from
Ashburn from 4:30 p.m. to 6:10 p.m. Fares for this service are $1.00 cash for round trip
service. Call (703) 771-5665 for more information, or toll free (877) GO-LCBUS.
Special Needs Transit- Loudoun County Transportation Association provides
door-to-door, including paratransit, services in Leesburg and the Sterling area five days
per week for approximately eight hours per day. Special runs have also been made to
support specific activities in the county. Fare books of 10 or more trips can be
purchased, or payment can be made on a cash-per-ride basis. Only county residents are
eligible to participate. Call (703) 478-8433 for more information.
Alexandria DOT - Anyone living within the city limits
of Alexandria who has a disability which prevents the use of regular transit service is
eligible to use DOT. Participation is by application to the city of Alexandria. Call (703)
838-3800 for more information.
Arlington Access - Arlington County
funds trips for Arlington County residents who are certified eligible for the ADA
MetroAccess service. Residents call MetroAccess to schedule their trips, and MetroAccess
sends the trip information to the Arlington Access Core Carriers, Red Top Cab and Diamond
Transportation Services, for actual service delivery. Arlington then pays the core
carriers directly for the services provided.
City of Falls Church - Fare Wheels - The city of Falls
Church Fare Wheels program is a regional transportation network including the cities of
Falls Church and Fairfax, and Arlington County. Fare Wheels allows participants to use
redeemable coupons for up to $35 per month to pay for transportation services. Individuals
may choose from among a pool of participating transportation providers, selecting the one
that best meets their needs. Participants must be residents of the city of Falls Church,
at least 62 years of age or permanently disabled, with an annual income not to exceed
$30,000. Participation is by application to the city of Falls Church.
City of Fairfax - City Wheels- The city of Fairfax City
Wheels program offers alternative transportation within the city of Fairfax to the Vienna
Metrorail station, to George Mason University, and to Fair Oaks Hospital. Participation is
by application to the city of Fairfax. Coupons for transportation are obtained by placing
a mail order prior to each month. Orders may take up to two weeks to process. Rides are
arranged by the participant by contacting the transportation company directly. The average
passenger fare is $2 (two times the CUE bus fare). Call (703) 385-7889 for more
information.
Fairfax County - Fastran- Fairfax County owns and
operates the Fastran fleet, which offers door-to-door service within Northern Virginia for
consumers of county human services programs and provides core carrier service for
MetroAccess. In addition, there is a midday Dial-a-Ride program for income eligible
residents. Dial-a-Ride fares are paid on a cash basis and range from $1 to $3 per trip.
Trips are scheduled by the participant through Fastran. Participation is by application to
Fairfax County. The program is structured to meet the transportation needs of low income
persons by restricting eligibility to those with an annual householdincome at or below 250
percent of the federal poverty level. Fastran also received a state grant to provide
Fastran-to-Work service for Virginia Initiative for Employment not Welfare (VIEW) clients
and their children living in the western part of the county. Call (703) 222-9764
for more information.
Loudoun Special Needs Transit - Loudoun
County Transportation Association provides door-to-door, including
paratransit, services
in Leesburg and the Sterling area five days per week for approximately eight hours per
day. Special runs have also been made to support specific activities in the county. Fare
books of 10 or more trips can be purchased, or payment can be made on a cash-per-ride
basis. Only county residents are eligible to participate. Call (703) 478-8433
for more information.
MetroAccess
-
Curb-to-curb paratransit service is available in areas served by
Metrobus, Metrorail, ART,
Connect-A-Ride, CUE, DASH, Fairfax Connector, RIBS, Ride On, THE BUS, and Tysons
Shuttle. Passengers who meet the criteria specified by the American Disablities Act
and are certified as eligible may use MetroAccess service. Call
(301)
562-5361 or visit the www.wmata.com for more information.
STAR - Specialized Transit for Arlington
Residents is Arlington County's reserved trip service for persons with disabilities.
STAR is an alternative to calling Metro Access to reserve trips. Residents
currently certified-eligible under the Metro Access program and other Arlington residents
authorized by a County agency may use STAR. Call Star at (703) 228-TRIP
for more information