We act on RI transit issues. Will be migrating away from here eventually. FB: RI Transit Riders, Insta: ritransitriders Retweets are not official endorsements.
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RI Transit Riders retweeted
In the 1990s, RIPTA Schedule Clerks fine-tuned the system's thousands of bus trips by boarding buses and gathering rider data, which they recorded in handmade leather books like this one. 📝 Celebrating 60 years, one story at a time. Read the full story: instagram.com/rideripta
RI Transit Riders retweeted
Over a half century since its current bus system took hold, RIPTA is considering the possibility of building at least one light rail line — or, possibly a rapid bus line — to connect several of the state’s largest cities.
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RI Transit Riders retweeted
Rhode Island once had a vast network of trolleys.
Can it bring back just one?
RIPTA is considering plans to bring either a light rail or rapid bus line to connect the state’s largest cities.
My latest:
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With a new Governor and mayor of Providence...in January 2027...RITR..calls on them to first determine how to build and adequately fund a public transit system that serves current Rhode Island’s transit users – and attracts new riders. steveahlquist.substack.com/p…
@Steve
RI Transit Riders retweeted
Rams ride FREE 🐏🚌 We're excited to announce that starting today, October 1, @universityofri students can ride RIPTA for FREE with their student ID. When boarding, swipe your student ID on the farebox (directly to the right of the driver). See you on board! @uripublicsafety
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RIPTA budgeted $5.2 million for diesel in FY27, based on $2.48/gallon. The national average is now $6.43.
The agency spent nearly $1.07 million on diesel in July and August as prices soar amid the U.S.-Iran war.
Read more about fuel here:
rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/…
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From @RICurrent: RIPTA uses about 2 million gallons of diesel a year, Raposo Perry said. For every $1 increase in the price of diesel, the agency must add about $2 million to its annual expenses, she added.
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In late August, the RIPTA Board of Directors approved the advancement of the Providence Transit Center project into its next phase. As part of this effort, RIPTA will shift Providence’s transit hub from Kennedy Plaza to nearby Providence Station.
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RI Transit Riders retweeted
Radio excerpt of my wide-ranging One on One interview with @RIPTA_RI CEO Christopher Durand: funding public transit, bus hub, Kennedy Plaza, car culture and more. Full interview drops later this week oceanstatemedia.org/one-on-o…
RI Transit Riders retweeted
RIPTA's new Providence transit center is design only. No cost, no contract, no start date.
The train that already runs is the story: Providence median $581,365 vs Boston $859,431.
But cheaper isn't easier. 54.7% sold above list here vs ~30% in Boston.
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Once a RIPTA bus driver, @UniversityofRI professor Scott Molloy created a collection so significant that part of it is in the Smithsonian.
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RI Transit Riders retweeted
Build the Hub. Build the Transit System.
Here's our take on RIPTA's new transit hub. What's yours? Find our op-ed in yesterday's @projo or on our website here:
growsmartri.org/why-a-new-tr…
@TransitRi @PVDStreets
RI Transit Riders retweeted
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority is moving full steam ahead with its plan to build a new transit center in the capital city.
More: wpri.com/news/local-news/pro…
RI Transit Riders retweeted
Delivered $9.7M in federal funding to help RIPTA roll out a new fleet of vans that will improve service, enhance accessibility and better connect communities.
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Detour Alert 🚨 RIPTA will detour all bus routes in the Providence area from September 18 through September 19, 2026 to accommodate @PVDFest. All bus stops in Kennedy Plaza, except for Stop X, will be temporarily relocated to Dyer Street. Details: RIPTA.com/PVDFest
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Ever wanted to drive through a bus wash? 🙋♂️ Board our vehicles, get a behind-the-scenes tour of our operations, win prizes, and much more at RIPTA's Open House, Sat. September 26, 2026 from 10 - 1pm! Registration required. Sign up today at: tinyurl.com/5acntawh
RI Transit Riders retweeted
Join us TOMORROW for a public info. session to learn about connecting Warwick, Cranston, Providence, Pawtucket & Central Falls through bus rapid transit (BRT) or light rail.
📅 TOMORROW, September 1
🕐 6pm – 7:30pm
📍 Central Falls High School
Details: RIPTA.com/MetroConnector
RI Transit Riders retweeted
NEW SESSION ADDED: Attend a Metro Connector public information session to have a say in new ways to connect Warwick, Cranston, Providence, Pawtucket & Central Falls with transit! 🚌🚆 Learn more at RIPTA.com/MetroConnector.
