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
December 13, 2023 Meeting Slides Meeting Packet Watch on YouTube November 8, 2023 Meeting Slides Meeting Packet Watch on YouTube ATC Strategic Plan Committee Meeting | October 30, 2023 The presentation slides and packet for this meeting are not available. October 11, 2023 Meeting Slides Meeting Packet Watch on YouTube September...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
What is ALIVE!? ALIVE! is a charitable organization that strives to alleviate poverty and need in the Alexandria community. One of the ways they work to improve the lives of our neighbors in need is by distributing food. To learn more about ALIVE!, including opportunities to donate time or other resources, visit www.alive-inc.org. How...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
La Alexandria Transit Company, que opera el sistema de autobuses DASH y el servicio King Street Trolley, comenzará a prestar servicio a la nueva estación Potomac Yard-VT Metrorail cuando se inaugure el 19 de mayo de 2023. Las líneas 33, 34 y 36 A/B de DASH se modificarán para ofrecer conexiones directas con la nueva...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
It’s that time for our quarterly staff meeting. The in-person meetings will take place next week, on Monday, October 31 and Tuesday, November 1. Over these two dates, employees will have three opportunities to join one of the mandatory meetings. Dates and times are listed below, along with details on how to join virtually or over the...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
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
