Alexandria Transit Strategic Plan

The Alexandria Transit Strategic Plan (ATSP), formerly known as the Transit Development Plan (TDP), provides a comprehensive vision of future service development, fare adjustments, and capital investments for transit services within the City of Alexandria. The ATSP is based on guidelines and requirements outlined by the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT).

The ATSP is updated each year by DASH (Alexandria Transit Company) and City of Alexandria staff, and is subject to annual public review, amendment, and adoption by DASH’s Board of Directors. This public comment period typically takes place in March, and the plan is approved by DASH’s at either the April or May Board meeting.

FY27 ATSP Update

DASH’s Board of Directors officially adopted the FY27 ATSP Update Addendum on June 10, 2026. This marks a minor update to the broader FY 2025–FY 2034 ATSP, which was originally approved in June 2024. The FY27 Update reaffirms ATC’s commitment to maintaining robust transit service while aligning with the City’s budgetary and strategic goals for the upcoming fiscal year (July 2026-June 2027).

Major highlights include:

No Service Reductions: DASH riders can expect the same level of service this fiscal year (July 2026-June 2027).
Better On-Time Performance: Minor timetable adjustments to Lines 30, 31, 34, 35, 36, 103, and the King Street Trolley to help buses run more reliably.
More Frequent Buses on Line 32: Buses between King Street Metro Station and West Alexandria Transit Center will operate every 30 minutes, all day, seven days a week.
Better Bus Stop Accessibility in Old Town North: Line 30, 31, and 34 stops along the N. Fairfax St, Madison St, and Montgomery St corridors will be consolidated to about every other block.
- Improves accessibility and enhances reliability between City Hall/Market Square and Braddock Road Metro Station.