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DART The Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority, or DART, is the largest public transit agency in Iowa

The Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) is the largest public transit agency in Iowa. DART provides transportation anyone can access through services that include 25+ bus routes, paratransit, on demand and on call. Resources support those who vanpool, walk or bike to move through the region in an efficient and affordable way. Services connect thousands of people every day to jobs, sc

hool, medical appointments, entertainment and more. DART serves Altoona, Ankeny, Bondurant, Clive, Des Moines, Grimes, Johnston, Pleasant Hill, Polk County, Urbandale, West Des Moines and Windsor Heights.

Help us say THANK YOU to our bus operators who are working hard to put all new routes on the road this week! We may be b...
06/16/2026

Help us say THANK YOU to our bus operators who are working hard to put all new routes on the road this week!

We may be biased, but DART operators are the best!

We know that switching to all new bus routes is a major change for you. Our team is ready and willing to help! For the n...
06/15/2026

We know that switching to all new bus routes is a major change for you. Our team is ready and willing to help!

For the next several days, DART staff will be stationed at DART Central Station, Park Fair Mall and Walmart in Windsor Heights to answer your questions and help you get on the right bus. We will have schedules and other materials you can take.

Just look for our purple shirts or brightly colored vests!

Our new bus routes are officially hitting the road today! All of the new routes are also free to ride through June 30. P...
06/14/2026

Our new bus routes are officially hitting the road today! All of the new routes are also free to ride through June 30.

Plan your trip today at rideDART.com. See you on board!

06/11/2026

All new DART bus routes begin this Sunday, June 14! We know this is a lot of change, but we'll be here to support you throughout the week.

Don't delay - plan your trip at rideDART.com today!

All new bus routes begin this Sunday, June 14! We know this is a big change. That's why we'll have staff available throu...
06/10/2026

All new bus routes begin this Sunday, June 14!

We know this is a big change. That's why we'll have staff available throughout the week to help answer your questions and plan your trip. Go to rideDART.com NOW to find your new route and schedule.

In addition, we are pleased to offer free rides on all regular bus routes from June 14-30. We look forward to seeing you on board!

06/04/2026

New signs are coming to all DART bus stops! These signs are covered up for now, but you'll see them all across the metro beginning June 14.

Plan your trip today at the refreshed rideDART.com.

The new and improved rideDART.com is here! Visit us online to see interactive maps and schedules for the new bus routes ...
05/28/2026

The new and improved rideDART.com is here! Visit us online to see interactive maps and schedules for the new bus routes that begin on June 14. We’ve also made it easier to find service alerts or detours that could impact your trip.

Plus, enjoy features that make information more accessible and easier to view on your cell phone, allowing you to plan your trip and see your bus schedule on the go.

Check it out today!

05/27/2026

Easier connections across town are coming on June 14. With just a little more than two weeks to go, visit rideDART.com and plan your trip today!

A better website is coming soon! Next week, we'll launch a more accessible and mobile-friendly rideDART.com.Look for an ...
05/23/2026

A better website is coming soon! Next week, we'll launch a more accessible and mobile-friendly rideDART.com.

Look for an easier to navigate menu, simpler pages you can skim and interactive tools that help you plan your trips and find the information you need.

We can't wait to share this improved experience with you!

05/22/2026

Scheduling buses to meet up at DART Central Station is just one way we're bringing making transferring routes easier for you! See what to expect beginning June 14.

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620 Cherry Street
Des Moines, IA
50309

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Monday 5am - 11pm
Tuesday 5am - 11pm
Wednesday 5am - 11pm
Thursday 5am - 11pm
Friday 5am - 11pm
Saturday 6am - 10pm
Sunday 7am - 6pm

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