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
Alexandria, VA – After nearly two years of planning, outreach and discussion, the Alexandria Transit Vision (ATV) Plan network for 2030, and the short-term 2022 “major growth” network, were both adopted by the Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) Board of Directors on December 11. The new bus networks will provide more useful bus service for the...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
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
Zero-Emissions Buses Charging Ahead Toward Sustainable Transportation Blue and yellow make green, and DASH is bringing green transit to Alexandria! As part of DASH’s commitment to supporting the City of Alexandria’s Eco-City initiative, DASH will operate a 100% zero-emissions fleet. On October 19, DASH made the first milestone in achieving this goal as well as...Read More
DASH is preparing to increase the current level of service to a modified weekday schedule, which will restore approximately 80 percent of pre-Coronavirus service levels on Tuesday, September 15, 2020. Most routes will follow their regular timetables, representing the largest restoration of service since the global pandemic was declared in March. The AT1 Plus, AT2, AT3/4,...Read More
DASH buses recorded 215,963 boardings in September, which represents a 25.9% increase from 171,589 boardings in the preceding month (August 2021) and a 76.4% increase from 122,418 boardings in September 2020. This also means that DASH has risen to approximately 65% of pre-pandemic ridership levels from September 2018 and September 2019. Following the launch of...Read More
In just three days, DASH will launch the New DASH Network and become 100% fare free. This complete redesign of Alexandria’s bus network is intended to meet current and future transit ridership demand, and to encourage more people to use transit for more trips at more times of day. The network increases access to frequent transit service for 50,000...Read More
The Alexandria Transit Company, DASH, has announced it will launch its bus service overhaul, the New DASH Network, and the start of free service, beginning September 5. “We are excited to launch our highly-anticipated New DASH Network, while going fare free at the same time,” said DASH CEO and General Manager Josh Baker. “These changes...Read More
DASH introduces three new 40-foot, battery-electric Proterra buses to revenue service. As a part of DASH’s ongoing commitment to the transition to a 100% zero emission fleet, the company introduces three new 40-foot, battery-electric buses to revenue service. Today marks the first full day of revenue service for these buses, manufactured by Proterra. They are...Read More
The Alexandria Transit Company Board of Directors approved and adopted the New DASH Network and FY 2022 budget, which includes a measure from the City of Alexandria that will allow DASH to operate completely fare-free beginning September 5, 2021. The change to DASH buses operating fare-free will coincide with the launch of the New DASH...Read More
New Year, New DASH Network The Alexandria Transit Vision Plan isn’t just a vision anymore! Changes in 2021 will pave the way for the New DASH Network. The changes will take effect in summer of 2021 and include new bus lines (formerly known as routes), new bus stops, and new schedules that will affect all...Read More
The Alexandria Transit Company has been awarded the Virginia Transit Association (VTA) 2020 Outstanding Community Program Award while DASH’s Senior Planner/Scheduler Tristan Cunningham has also been selected as VTA’s 2020 Transit Employee Unsung Hero. The VTA Outstanding Community Program Award is a recognition of exceptional or innovative projects that improve transit services, networks or systems....Read More
DASH is celebrating our DASH family of essential transit workers, especially those whose work may be unfamiliar to passengers. Kevin Hernandez, DASH’s Director of Operations, is one of several faces at DASH who passengers will likely never see in person, but whose daily work directly impacts them. Hernandez oversees day-to-day operations for the agency, including...Read More
DASH is celebrating our DASH family of essential transit workers, especially those whose work is unfamiliar to passengers. As a public transit agency, the safety of our passengers, employees and community is critical for DASH. Safety and Security Manager Stephanie Salzone leads DASH’s daily efforts to create and maintain a safe environment within the agency’s...Read More
After 36 years of dedicated service to DASH and the Alexandria community, Mike Nixon retired on Thursday, September 3, 2020. Mike has been with DASH since our very first day and has helped keep Alexandria moving for 36 years as of March 11, 2020. Mike described the day DASH launched service in Alexandria as interesting. The...Read More
DASH joins Virginia’s Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) in recognizing Transit Appreciation Month as they highlight all of the steps that transit agencies across Virginia are taking to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. This month will highlight the contributions of essential transit workers as well as the important roles transit agencies...Read More
After months of gathering feedback from riders and the community, DASH’s new Tracker launches in beta today, June 1. The new DASH Tracker features improvements and innovations resulting from community feedback and focus groups. Launching the new Tracker in beta will allow DASH to make further improvements based on feedback from users before the finished Tracker...Read More
DASH General Manager and CEO Josh Baker penned a message to employees regarding the recent unrest sparked by the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. DASH Team, As our region and the country grapples with the death of George Floyd, we have witnessed protesters stand together demanding action. This country was built on the ideals of...Read More
The Alexandria Transit Company Board of Directors approved the proposed Transit Development Plan (TDP) as well as the budget for fiscal year 2021 at its May 27 meeting. The approved TDP includes the addition of Sunday service on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day and the discontinuation of AT4 service from Braddock Rd. Metro to...Read More
ATC Board Approves Alexandria Transit Vision Plan Alexandria, VA – After nearly two years of planning, outreach and discussion, the Alexandria Transit Vision (ATV) Plan network for 2030, and the short-term 2022 “major growth” network, were both adopted by the Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) Board of Directors on December 11. The new bus networks will provide...Read More
The Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) will receive approximately $5.1 million for six battery-electric transit buses and fast chargers. The funding has been allocated from the Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust (VW Trust), as well as statewide transit capital funding. The Commonwealth received the VW Trust as part of its emissions violation settlement with Volkswagen. Last week,...Read More
Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) and the City of Alexandria have partnered with The Center for Transportation and the Environment (CTE) to perform a zero-emission bus fleet feasibility and planning study. CTE will provide a feasibility recommendation for deploying zero-emission bus technology into DASH service. This partnership builds on prior action taken by DASH to gain...Read More
