October 28, 2019
Press Releases
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will operate all regular fixed-route buses and trolleys on a Sunday/Holiday schedule on Monday, November 11, 2019 in observance of Veterans Day, an official state holiday. RIPTA will offer free service on Veterans Day, Monday, November 11, 2019, to all Rhode Island veterans with proof of eligibility. RIPTA will also offer free service for veterans to WaterFire – A Salute to Veterans on Saturday, November 2, 2019.
RIde and Flex Services
The statewide RIde Program will operate only ADA trips on Monday, November 11, 2019. The Flex Service reservation line (1-877-906-FLEX) and the RIde reservation line (461-9760) will not be staffed on Monday. RIPTA Flex Services will not be available on November 11th, except for Route 210 (Kingston Flex Service), which will run on the holiday schedule. Regular service for both RIde and Flex will resume on Tuesday, November 12, 2019.
Kennedy Plaza
All RIPTA offices, including the Photo Identification Office and Ticket Sales Office in Kennedy Plaza, will not be staffed on the holiday.