Intercity Transit adding more trips starting on May 4

Tumwater, WALocal News

Intercity Transit will implement expanded bus service starting May 4, 2025, aiming to enhance passenger convenience. Weekend operations for Routes 21, 45, 47, and 60 will shift to a 30-minute frequency, while Routes 64, 67, 94, and 620 will have more evening trips. Route 12 will see inbound trips arriving three to four minutes earlier at the Olympia Transit Center (OTC). Evening roundtrips will also increase for Routes 21, 45, and 47, with added departures at 9 and 10 p. m.

for Route 21 and 8:15, 9:15, and 10:15 p. m. for Route 45. The agency emphasizes that these improvements are designed to make public transit more accessible. Passengers can seek assistance from Customer Service for trip planning.

Overall, these changes demonstrate Intercity Transit’s commitment to adapting services to meet community needs.

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