Press Releases
February 28, 2017
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will detour Routes 50, 56, 57 in Providence on Saturday, March 18, 2017. Routes 56 and 57 will be on detour from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm to accommodate the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Route 50 will be on detour from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The following […]
Learn moreJanuary 8, 2017
One day after a long duration snowstorm hit the state, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) announced almost all service restored, with one detour on Route 71. RIPTA Street Supervisors will continue to check routes throughout the day. Riders may expect some delays on all routes due to weather conditions and are advised to use extreme caution […]
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January 7, 2017
With a winter storm hitting the state, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) announced detours on nine routes. RIPTA will keep the public updated on detours and delays throughout the day as it is expected that accumulating snow and unplowed secondary roads will make it difficult for RIPTA vehicles to ravel safely in some […]
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December 30, 2016
Newport Gateway Center Temporary Bus Stop Map (effective 1/9/17) With construction work slated to begin early in January on the Newport Transportation and Visitors Center, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) announced that bus stops will be temporarily relocated to America’s Cup Avenue. Passengers will be picked up and dropped off on America’s Cup Avenue […]
Learn moreDecember 20, 2016
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will implement winter service changes effective December 26, 2016. RIPTA makes regular service adjustments several times a year in response to seasonal changes and/or passenger use. 2016 Winter Service Changes These annual changes include route restructuring, as well as rescheduling for better on-time performance. For many routes, only […]
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December 19, 2016
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) announced today that free transportation for passengers enrolled in its program for low-income senior citizens and persons with disabilities will continue until February 1, 2017. The new reduced fare was slated to go into effect on January 1st, but RIPTA’s Board of Directors decided Monday to delay implementation by […]
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December 15, 2016
Due to extreme cold weather, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) is extending the hours of operation at the Kennedy Plaza Intermodal Transportation Center this week. In order to give passengers a place to stay warm while waiting for their buses, the building will be open until 10pm beginning Thursday, December 15, and continuing […]
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December 15, 2016
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) announced today that the Authority will be hosting a job fair on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 from 10:00am – 1:00pm at RIPTA’s Headquarters located at 705 Elmwood Avenue in Providence, Rhode Island. RIPTA is currently recruiting for the following open positions: RIde Van Operators: CDL with Passenger and […]
Learn moreDecember 8, 2016
Waiting at a bus stop and wondering if your bus will arrive on time? You don’t have to wonder any more. The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) is pleased to announce the introduction of real-time transit information through “Transit” – North America’s most popular public transportation app. Using the Transit app, which is available […]
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