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  Welcome
Ride Guide Information
RAPIDRIDE is the City of Rapid City’s fixed route bus service. The service provides transportation to kids, seniors, persons with disabilities and the general public for school, work, shopping, medical and recreational trips throughout the City of Rapid City. The service is comprised of ten routes which operate on 35 minute frequencies.

Rapid Ride
We’ll get you where you want to go!

TRANSFERS: Transfers enable you to continue your trip on another bus, but cannot be used for stopovers or return trips. All transfers are made at the Milo Barber Transportation Center.
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SCHEDULES: Detailed schedules are available showing the exact times for each route our buses will travel. Schedules show a map of the route with the time checkpoints along the way.
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THE BUS STOP: The next step in catching your bus is locating the nearest bus stop on your route. All of our designated stops are marked with bus stop signs. Stand by the signs and the bus will pick you up.
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SPOTTING YOUR BUS: Every bus has a route number displayed over the windshield and the passenger side of the vehicle. Be sure it is the bus you want before depositing your fare. Ask the driver if you are not sure.
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CATCHING YOUR BUS: When you see the bus you want, signal the driver. Be sure to signal in time for him or her to make a safe stop. The driver will pull over to the curb.
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IN SHORT…. Remember, the best way to start a trip is to call us at 394-6631. We are available between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm Monday - Friday. We would also like to hear your comments & suggestions.

Advertising Rates:
Advertising space on RapidRide vehicles is available, on the rear and sides of the vehicles. Terms for advertising are as follows:
• $60.00 per month for rear advertising panel
• $35.00 per month for side advertising panel.
Contracts are for a minimum of six months. Advertisers are responsible for all production costs. Dimensions for advertising panels vary. Ads must be pre-approved by Rapid Transit System for content, design and color (s).
Please call 394-6631, extension 15 for more information.
Rapid Ride provides service anywhere within the corporate city limits of Rapid City. Rapid Ride service is provided from 6:25 AM through 5:55 PM, Monday through Friday. There is no service on the following holidays: New Years Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and the day after, and Christmas Day.
Fares
Exact fare is required. The driver's do not carry change. An adult must accompany children under five. All drivers have coupons and passes available for your convenience.
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Cash Fares
Coupons
Adult/Student (5-59 years old)
$1.00
10/$10.00
Elderly (over 60 years)
$0.50
10/$5.00
Medicare Card Holder
$0.50
10/$5.00
Children 4 years and under
FREE
Transfers
FREE
Adult Monthly Pass*
$25.00
Student Monthly Pass*
$15.00
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*Valid first day through last day of month purchased only.
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