The Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) is excited to announce the launch of our brand refresh, featuring updated logos as well as our new mascot! This step forward is more than introducing a new look or an adorable mascot; it represents our growth alongside our riders and the broader Alexandria community. While our look may be...Read More
DASH (Alexandria Transit Company) and the City of Alexandria’s Office of the Arts are thrilled to announce the winners of this year’s DASHing Words in Motion poetry contest. Now in its 11th year, the annual contest celebrates the work of poets aged 16 years or older and who live, work, or study in the City of Alexandria....Read More
DASH is excited to announce the start of the public comment period for the FY 2026 Alexandria Transit Strategic Plan (ATSP) Update. From March 17 to April 18, the public is invited to share their feedback on four proposed service updates via our online form (Available in Amharic, Arabic, English, Persian, and Spanish). All input will...Read More
Effective Sunday, February 23, DASH will begin Phase One of the King Street Improvement Project, with lines 30, 31, and the King Street Trolley now sharing stops between King Street Metro Station and City Hall.The improvements will help reduce delays, improve service reliability, and reduce traffic congestion along the King Street Corridor, providing riders and...Read More
This year, DASH proudly honors and pays tribute to the life and legacy of Rosa Parks, a central figure in the U.S. Civil Rights Movement. She is celebrated twice a year: on December 1, the anniversary of her courageous act of resistance, and again on February 4, her birthday, also recognized as Transit Equity...Read More
DASH has partnered with Streetlevel Media to modernize our mobile advertising program to deliver ads right where they’re needed most—on the go. This collaboration transforms DASH’s fleet of buses into moving billboards, offering local businesses an opportunity to showcase their brands to hundreds of thousands of residents and visitors. Whether your target audience is commuting...Read More
Monday, January 6, DASH will be operating on a Sunday schedule with snow routes in effect due to the expected winter storm and VA’s state of emergency. For more detailed information about DASH’s snow routes, visit dashbus.com/snow Our team will continue to monitor the situation and coordinate with local officials to make adjustments based on...Read More
As the winter weather season is starting, please refer to DASH’s winter weather plan for service detours in the case of inclement weather. Detours may be implemented on a route-by-route basis, based on local road conditions. Please follow us on social media for the most up-to-date information. DASH’s Winter Weather Service Page DASH on Facebook...Read More
DASH’s First-Ever Winter Wonderland & Holiday Market is bringing the Alexandria community together for a holiday experience. Whether you’re looking for after-school winter activities, the perfect gift, or delicious holiday treats from around the globe, there’s truly something for everyone. Join us December 12, from 4 PM to 6 PM, at the William Ramsay Recreation...Read More
Every day, hundreds of passengers board their local DASH bus to get to the important locations in their lives. Thanks to those loyal residents and our passionate bus operators, DASH is thrilled to announce a new ridership record of over 5.3 million boardings during FY2024! We will be celebrating this record with a...Read More
The Alexandria Transit Company, which operates DASH Bus and King Street Trolley service for the City of Alexandria, is launching a pilot program for an innovative fully automatic mobility device securement system. Q’Straint’s Quantum system will be installed on a small number of DASH buses to demonstrate the benefits of the new system and...Read More
The Alexandria Transit Company is pleased to announce that City Council unanimously adopted the FY 2025 budget on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. The final budget adopted by the City does NOT include any changes to DASH service. Here are the highlights for DASH riders: The proposed reduction to Line 104 service from every...Read More
The Alexandria Transit Company is pleased to announce that the FY 2025 – FY 2034 Alexandria Transit Strategic Plan (ATSP) was formally adopted by the agency’s Board of Directors at its meeting on April 10, 2024. The ATSP provides a comprehensive vision of future service development, fare adjustments, and capital investments for transit services within...Read More
Forty years ago today, the first DASH bus rolled onto the City of Alexandria’s streets. Since then, DASH has grown alongside the city, becoming an integral part of its history and a vital resource for its residents. “DASH is a shining example of how public transportation can improve the lives of residents and contribute to...Read More
We express our gratitude to following organizations and businesses for their generous sponsorship and support of DASH’s 40th Anniversary celebration. Read More
The Alexandria Transit Company (ATC) is excited to announce that we are seeking applicants to join the Alexandria Transit Company Board of Directors. The Board is responsible for the general oversight of the operation of the transit system as a business enterprise that supports specific community objectives; provides safe, reliable, convenient, comfortable, and courteous...Read More
DASH is excited to announce that “Stuff the Bus” is back! The donation drive for winter clothing, canned goods, and toiletries is a beloved DASH holiday tradition that will take place at various locations in Alexandria from Monday, December 11 to Friday, December 15. All donations will benefit the Carpenter’s Shelter, a local organization...Read More
DASH is here to keep you moving through the 2023 holiday season! Review our service schedule and planned office closures for the upcoming Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year holidays. You can find information about DASH service schedules on these and other holidays at dashbus.com/holiday. Thanksgiving Day | Thursday, November 23 DASH buses will...Read More
Beginning on Wednesday, October 11, DASH contractors wearing yellow vests with digital tablets will be conducting ridership surveys onboard DASH buses. This survey is required for state and federal funding, and will also give us much better insight into rider patterns, needs, demographics, and overall satisfaction with DASH. Please help DASH by agreeing to participate...Read More
Beginning Sunday, October 8, DASH will implement the following service changes: Line 33 Sunday service will be improved to run every 30 minutes instead of every 60 minutes. Lines 31 and 36A/B weekday schedules will be adjusted for better service reliability. These service adjustments are intended to provide better weekend connection to the new Potomac...Read More
DASH’s Deputy Director of Maintenance Natalie Harris was named to the Virginia Transit Leadership Institute’s (VTLI) inaugural Class of Fellows. The VTLI program was formed by the Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) as well as the Virginia Transit Association to engage, nurture and cultivate emerging leaders in transportation in the Commonwealth. Fellows...Read More
Martin Barna, DASH’s Director of Planning & Marketing, was named one of Mass Transit’s 40 Under 40 for 2023. The award recognizes transportation professionals in the United States who make a difference in their communities by improving transit. Martin was nominated by the Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) in recognition of his outstanding leadership and contributions...Read More
For the first time in its 39-year history, the Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) has recorded more than 4.5 million boardings in a single year. To celebrate this milestone and thank our loyal customers, DASH will host a rider celebration event on the morning of Friday, August 18 at the King Street-Old Town Metrorail Station. ...Read More
With the support of City of Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson, Rep. Don Beyer, Sen. Mark Warner as well as other State and City officials, The City of Alexandria was awarded a $24 million federal grant to support DASH’s fleet electrification program. The FY 2024 grant was awarded through the FTA Low- and No-Emission and...Read More
The City of Alexandria and the Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) have been awarded $38 million in grants to expand their zero-emission bus fleet and continue high-frequency bus service. The City was awarded a $24 million grant from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) through its Low/No Emission Buses and Bus & Bus Facilities Program. The grant will be used...Read More
The Alexandria Transit Company, which operates the DASH bus system and King Street Trolley service, was awarded grant funding of $14 million through the Northern Virginia Transportation Commission’s I-395 Commuter Choice Program for Fiscal Year 2024 and 2025. The funds will be used to maintain current high frequency service levels with 10-15 minute headways on...Read More
Para leer en español, haga clic aquí. The Alexandria Transit Company, which operates the DASH bus system and King Street Trolley service, will begin serving the new Potomac Yard-VT Metrorail Station when it opens on May 19, 2023. DASH Lines 33, 34 and 36 A/B will be modified to provide direct connections to...Read More
DASH is seeking public input on potential service changes for its FY 2024 – FY 2029 Transit Development Plan (TDP). The TDP is an annual document that summarizes any proposed or service changes for the following fiscal year. Potential DASH service changes for FY 2024 include: No changes to existing service or fares in...Read More
An Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) bus was the victim of a carjacking incident at approximately 9:45pm on Thursday, February 23, 2023. The incident involved an out of service transit vehicle, which was taken by a suspect who is now in the custody of the Alexandria Police Department. There were no injuries and no weapons in...Read More
February 4 is Transit Equity Day, an initiative that commemorates the life and legacy of Rosa Parks while inspiring organizations to promote accessible, equitable, and just public transit initiatives and policies. Parks became a key figure in the Civil Rights Movement in 1955 when she refused to give up her seat on a segregated...Read More
DASH has released its first annual report on its highly-successful free fares program. The report documents the successes, challenges, and lessons learned in the first twelve months of fare-free service. The report will be presented at the December 14, 2022 meeting of the ATC Board of Directors and is available on DASH’s website at...Read More
DASH will host a Career Fair at the agency’s facility at 3000 Business Center Drive on Friday, December 9 and Saturday, December 10 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Qualified applicants will be hired on the spot for the following positions: Full-time bus operatorPart-time bus operatorB MechanicC MechanicService worker Applicants are encouraged to pre-register for...Read More
In support of Volunteer Alexandria’s 2022 community toy and book drive, DASH is encouraging the community to help serve children and families this holiday season by donating new, unwrapped books, toys and games suitable for children 0 to 4 years old until December 15. The donated items will be distributed to children in need in the...Read More
We know that Alexandria doesn’t stop moving, even on holidays. DASH is here to help you make your trips this holiday season with adjusted service schedules during the Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s holidays. Thanksgiving Thursday, November 24 DASH will operate on a Sunday service schedule. Administrative offices will be closed. King Street Trolley service will run on its...Read More
Effective Sunday, October 23: New service schedules featuring increased service on Line 30 and schedule adjustments on several other lines to improve service reliability. View full route schedules. Line 30 Weekday Peak Service Improvement. All weekday Line 30 trips will run between King Street Metro and Braddock Road Metro in both directions for better connectivity between...Read More
The Alexandria Transit Company, which operates the DASH bus system, is celebrating the 1-year anniversary of the launch of its fare-free New DASH Network. The redesigned bus network debuted on September 5, 2021, with more frequent, all-day bus service, simplified route structures, new route names, and the discontinuation of fare collection on all DASH buses....Read More
Beginning Saturday, September 10, WMATA’s Major Blue Line and Yellow Line Construction project will rehabilitate the Yellow Line tunnel and bridge between Pentagon and L’Enfant Plaza stations and connect the new Potomac Yard Station to the mainline rail system. During the Potomac Yard prep work, six stations south of Reagan National Airport on the Yellow...Read More
Effective Monday, August 22, the Landmark Mall Transit Center has reopened to all bus traffic. The transit center closed temporarily beginning Monday, August 1 for construction as part of the ongoing redevelopment of Landmark Mall. DASH Line 30, 32 and 35 buses have resumed their regular routes and are serving riders at the transit center.Read More
The Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) has launched a new survey to learn more about current ridership trends and travel patterns. Individuals who complete the survey and provide their email will be eligible to win one of several $100 gift cards. “DASH has undergone a major transition in the last year with the launch of New...Read More
Beginning Monday, August 1, the Landmark Mall Transit Center will be closed to all bus traffic for several weeks for construction. This closure is necessary to remove the flyover ramp connecting eastbound Duke Street to the mall. The closure is part of the ongoing redevelopment of Landmark Mall. Line 30, 32 and 35 riders will need to make...Read More
The Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) will retire its remaining Orion buses with a ceremonial final trip on Friday, July 1. To celebrate this milestone with the community and recognize the vital role these buses have played in serving Alexandria’s transit needs, there will be a final ceremonial Line 30 trip. The ceremonial final trip will...Read More
The Alexandria Transit Company (ATC) Board of Directors approved the proposed Transit Development Plan (TDP) for FY2023-2028. A comprehensive public outreach process, including several community meetings, was conducted in March and April to collect feedback from the community. The final TDP plan includes revisions to reflect this feedback. The approved TDP includes service improvements and...Read More
The Virginia Transit Association (VTA) awarded DASH its 2022 Special Marketing & Community Outreach Award for the agency’s New DASH Network. DASH also successfully nominated bus operator Jovan Jones for VTA’s Unsung Hero Award. Both awards were presented at VTA’s annual conference, hosted in Roanoke from June 1-2. DASH nominated its New DASH Network launch...Read More
Beginning Sunday, May 8, the new Landmark Mall Transit Center will open. This temporary transit center will be used for at least the next two years during construction activities as Landmark Mall is redeveloped. The new transit center is closer to the front of Landmark Mall for faster and more convenient bus service and provides a safer, cleaner and better lit passenger...Read More
Beginning Saturday, April 30, the DASH Bus mobile app will no longer be supported, updated or available to download. Passengers may continue to access real-time bus arrival information at dashbus.com/tracker. Mobile users can save this web address on their devices for easy access in a few short steps: iPhone users: Open your Safari mobile browser and type...Read More
Effective immediately, face masks are optional onboard DASH buses and the King Street Trolley. Face masks will also be optional for DASH employees, including operators. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced today that they are suspending enforcement of the federal mask mandate for public transportation while the Biden Administration reviews a federal judge’s ruling. Riders are encouraged to make...Read More
Beginning Monday, April 18, DASH will implement two new policies that will make transit even more accessible and convenient, especially for families with young children. The policies will improve how riders board DASH buses and how strollers may be used. PolicyNew Policy (Effective Monday, April 18)Former PolicyBoarding:When it is safe to do so, riders may...Read More
DASH ridership increased to nearly 300,000 total boardings in March. This represents a 73% increase over ridership in August 2021, just before the launch of the New DASH Network and free fares. In the first four months after the new network launch in September 2021, DASH saw a 50% increase in monthly boardings, which was...Read More
The Alexandria Transit Company, which operates the DASH bus system, won top honors while hosting the 2022 Virginia State Bus Roadeo from April 8-10. The Virginia State Bus Roadeo tests the skills and expertise of Virginia transit agencies’ bus operators and maintenance professionals in a timed competition. Bus operators drive through an obstacle course reflecting...Read More
Beginning Tuesday, March 29, the Landmark Mall Transit Center will be temporarily closed for construction until further notice. During this time, DASH Line 30, 32 and 35 buses will not serve Landmark Mall. For temporary stop information, see the chart below. For assistance planning your trip during this closure, contact the DASH Customer Service Team at...Read More
