DASH’s CEO and General manager Josh Baker was recently joined by Mayor Justin Wilson and our friends from the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority (NVTA) to announce the completion of three exciting new Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) projects in Alexandria, including the implementation of Transit Signal Priority (TSP) technology. TSP describes technology that reduces the amount of time transit passengers spend...Read More
On March 18, join us in celebrating our hard-working bus drivers! It’s no easy task to safely move thousands of people every day, stay on schedule, check fares, provide trip assistance, and maneuver a bus around tight corners and through traffic. On Transit Driver Appreciation Day, DASH is excited to recognize the people who help keep Alexandria moving. ...Read More
In accordance with federal law, all passengers aged two years or older are required to wear a face mask that covers both the nose and mouth while awaiting, boarding, traveling on or disembarking any DASH bus to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Effective Monday, February 8, passengers without a mask will not be permitted on any...Read More
The Alexandria Transit Company, also known as DASH, will resume front-door boarding and regular fare collection on all buses beginning Monday, March 15. DASH suspended fare collection and use of the front doors to board and disembark buses starting in March 2020 to reduce crowding and dwell time at the farebox for the safety of...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
All DASH buses will continue to operate fare free until further notice and customers are encouraged to continue boarding through the rear doors. We continue to monitor COVID-19 infection information, the policies of our regional transit partners and effective mitigation solutions. Based on these factors, DASH will not resume fare collection until further notice. While...Read More
DASH Schedules and Routes The limited service timetables below reflect the ONLY services operated by DASH at this time and are in effect until further notice. To view timetables for regular service, click here. Regular service will resume at the advice of public health professionals. AT1 Plus Sunday Schedule (every 30 minutes), extra trips in...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
Metro is closing a portion of its Blue Line to make safety improvements from December 19 – January 3. Free shuttle buses will replace trains at the two stations. Blue Line trains will run between Huntington and Largo at or about the same intervals as today. Customers can transfer between shuttle buses and rail service at...Read More
DASH is joining fellow American Public Transportation Association (APTA) and Virginia Transit Association (VTA) members as well as industry partners on Tuesday, December 15 to collectively fight to #SavePublicTransit with a day of mobilization and engagement. Organized by APTA, #SavePublicTransit Day will shine the light on the dire financial crisis facing the public transportation industry and urge...Read More
The limited service timetables below reflect the ONLY services operated by DASH at this time and are in effect until further notice. To view pre-COVID timetables, click here. Regular service will resume at the advice of public health professionals. AT1 Plus Return to regular service. AT2 Return to regular service. AT2X Route...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
The limited service timetables below reflect the ONLY services operated by DASH at this time and are in effect until further notice. To view timetables for regular service, click here. Regular service will resume at the advice of public health professionals. AT1 Plus Return to regular service. AT2 Return to regular service. AT2X...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
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
DASH is closely monitoring COVID-19 developments. The coronavirus pandemic is an evolving situation, and we are following the guidance of local, state and federal health officials. This page is dedicated to service changes, modifications and other information that impacts passengers’ experience. ► Face coverings are required on all DASH buses. ► DASH is operating...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
We at DASH understand that Coronavirus has brought unprecedented change and uncertainty to our riders, our community, our state, our country and the world. Even as more businesses reopen and people return to work, many things remain uncertain. However, we want to let you know that some things are constant, such as the DASH commitment to providing reliable and safe...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 City...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
DASH is preparing to adjust the current level of service to an enhanced Saturday schedule beginning Sunday, May 24. This proactive service increase will provide additional service on key routes so that passengers are able to maintain adequate physical distancing on buses as Governor Northam’s stay-at-home orders are lifted at midnight on Thursday, May 28....Read More
As part of the continued commitment to move toward a zero-emissions fleet, DASH will be demonstrating the Xcelsior CHARGE™ XE60 bus on Feb. 6-12, 2020. This 60-foot articulated battery electric bus is manufactured and furnished by New Flyer of America. It is the first battery electric articulated bus DASH has demonstrated and it has the...Read More
Based on guidance from the Alexandria Health Department, the Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) will require all passengers to wear face coverings while using DASH buses beginning Monday, May 18, 2020. The measure will help protect DASH employees and passengers from contracting the COVID-19 virus and is consistent with the actions of the agency’s regional transit...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....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
Governor Northam announced on Tuesday, May 26 that Northern Virginia may begin Phase I of the Forward Virginia reopening plan on Friday, May 29. However, face coverings will be mandatory in many public spaces, including restaurants, shops and public transit. According to federal, state and local health officials, wearing a cloth face covering can reduce the spread...Read More
DASH BUSES IN THE WEST END GET NEW LOOK TO CELEBRATE COMMUTER CHOICE SERVICE ENHANCEMENTS ON THE NEW AT1 PLUS Alexandria, VA – DASH riders in Alexandria’s West End will see specially branded AT-1 Plus buses on the route this week. The new look is part of a series of improvements to the existing DASH AT1...Read More
The Landmark Mall Transit Center will reopen January 16 after being temporarily closed for repaving work. The AT1, AT5, AT7 and AT8 will resume their regular routes and the stops at Landmark will return to their locations.Read More
Use your knowledge to influence DASH decision makers on bus tracker features that matter to you! Who can join? Anyone interested in sharing their thoughts, views, and opinions openly and honestly about DASH’s current Tracker and/or WMATA’s BusETA. As DASH moves toward DASH Tracker 2.0, we want to ensure that users will have the best experience...Read More
HURRY! $1 DASH Bus mobile app fares are coming to an end today at midnight! Take advantage of this low introductory fare. Please note: any unused $1 fares will expire after the promotional period of December 31, 2019. DASH Bus features include: Fares and passes instantly available on your phone. No cash, no problem –...Read More
Tuesday, December 31, 2019 DASH Service Regular DASH service. DASH Offices Closing at 5 PM. King Street Trolley Operating on a normal schedule. Wednesday, January 1, 2020 DASH Service No DASH service. DASH Offices Closed. King Street Trolley Operating on a normal schedule.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
DASH AT3, AT4, and AT3-4 and WMATA 10A/B bus routes will now stop in the Metro Station Bus Loop while the City of Alexandria, DASH and WMATA evaluate the feasibility of long-term improvements to the bus stops on Braddock Road. Stops on Braddock Road will also remain to accommodate passengers not using the Metro Station. ...Read More
DASH SERVICE SCHEDULE: There will be NO DASH SERVICE on Thanksgiving Day. KING STREET TROLLEY SERVICE SCHEDULE: The King Street Trolley will operate on its regular Thursday schedule from 10:30 AM – 12:00 AM. The King Street Trolley operates 365 days a year every 10-15 minutes, between the King Street Metro and the Waterfront. Sunday –...Read More
The Alexandria Transit Vision (ATV) Plan is a project led by the City of Alexandria and DASH to design a future bus network for the City of Alexandria. The purpose of the project is to create a more useful bus network that encourages more people to get to more places using transit. The ATV Project...Read More
The Alexandria Transit Vision (ATV) Plan is a project led by the City of Alexandria and DASH to design a future bus network for the City of Alexandria. The purpose of the project is to create a more useful bus network that encourages more people to get to more places using transit. The ATV Project...Read More
The Van Dorn Metro bus loops will reopen on November 10, returning bus operations to their permanent locations. As part of the WMATA Platform Improvement Project, the bus loops at Huntington, Van Dorn Street, Braddock Road and Eisenhower Avenue stations were closed and relocated to expedite construction and minimize customer inconvenience. As the bus loops are restored,...Read More
The City of Alexandria and the Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) are seeking community input throughout October and November for the proposed future Alexandria Transit Vision (ATV) Plan bus networks. After multiple rounds of input from the community, stakeholders, City and DASH leadership over the past 12 months, the Alexandria Transit Vision (ATV) project team has...Read More
The following service changes will take place on Sunday, October 13. AT-1 Now the “AT-1 Plus” featuring more frequent service and new extended hours of operation along the same AT-1 route! Buses every 10 minutes during AM & PM Peak* periods, every 20 minutes during middays & evenings on weekdays, and buses every 30 minutes...Read More
The Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) is joining the Commonwealth of Virginia and the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) to celebrate Try Transit Week by offering a chance to win a DASH 31-Day Flex Pass available through the DASH Bus mobile app. Participants have from September 16-20 to enter to win. Simply submit your...Read More
On May 8, 2019, The Alexandria Transit Company (ATC) Board of Directors adopted a fare change based on the ATC Transit Development Plan (TDP) findings. Beginning September 15, 2019, regular DASH fares will change from $1.75 to $2.00 in order to offset rising operating costs and to assist in ensuring the long-term financial health of...Read More
Metro announced that the six Blue and Yellow line stations south of Reagan National Airport—Braddock Rd, King St-Old Town, Eisenhower Ave, Huntington, Van Dorn St and Franconia-Springfield—will reopen as scheduled Monday, September 9, with completely rebuilt platforms and several customer improvements. With the resumption of rail service, Metro will no longer run shuttle buses from the...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
On Wednesday, June 12 the Alexandria Transit Company Board of Directors passed a motion to support policy-level decisions for the final draft of the Alexandria Transit Vision Plan (ATV). Items included in the motion: The final draft of ATV Network should be designed with approximately 85 percent of the service hours dedicated to ridership-oriented goals...Read More
Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) is again selling the popular Student Summer DASH Pass now through September 2, 2019. Alexandria middle and high school students can purchase the pass with proper student identification card shown at the time of purchase. Passes may be used on all DASH buses, and routes, from now until Labor Day, September...Read More
ALEXANDRIA TRANSIT COMPANY AND MOOVEL LAUNCH FIRST MOBILE TICKETING APP FOR ALEXANDRIA BUS RIDES The new app will help DASH riders get to their destinations, especially during the WMATA Summer Improvement Project, with introductory $1 fares on all DASH routes. For Immediate Release: May 28, 2019 Alexandria, VA—The Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) and moovel (becoming...Read More
