Celebrate Rural Transit Day with FREE Rides on Thursday, July 16, 2026!
Join Victor Valley Transit Authority (VVTA) as we celebrate Rural Transit Day on Thursday, July 16, 2026!
To recognize the importance of public transportation in our rural communities, all fares will be FREE for the entire day on the following VVTA services:
Fixed Routes
County Routes
Route 15
NEW Route 15X
Direct Access
Micro-Link
Whether you’re commuting to work, heading to an appointment, visiting friends and family, or simply exploring the High Desert, it’s the perfect opportunity to leave the car behind and ride with VVTA at no cost.
Please Note: Free fares apply only on Thursday, July 16, 2026. Subscription fares are not included in this promotion and will continue to operate as scheduled.
We look forward to having you on board as we celebrate Rural Transit Day. Thank you for choosing VVTA!
To make room for The Town of Apple Valley’s 5K and 10K Firecracker Run on Saturday, June 27, 2026, Routes 40, 41, and 42 will be on detour with the following Stops:
Bus Stop #20091at Central Rd NB & Standing Rock Ave (Route 40) Bus Stop #20174 at Thunderbird Rd WB & Central Rd (Route 40) Bus Stop #20180 at Thunderbird Rd WB & Nanticoke Rd (Route 40) Bus Stop #20177 at Thunderbird Rd WB & Osage Rd (Route 40) Bus Stop #20178 at Thunderbird Rd WB & Erie Rd (Route 40) Bus Stop #20172 at Thunderbird Rd WB & Apache (Route 40) Bus Stop #20176 at Thunderbird Rd WB & Dale Evans (Route 40) Bus Stop #20183 at Thunderbird Rd WB & Wichita Rd (Route 40) Bus Stop #20095 at Dale Evans Pkwy NB & Hwy 18 (Route 40) Bus Stop #20173 at Thunderbird Rd EB & Apache Rd (Route 40) Bus Stop #20175 at Thunderbird Rd EB & Comanche Rd (Route 40) Bus Stop #20179 at Thunderbird Rd EB & Erie Rd (Route 40) Bus Stop #20182 at Thunderbird Rd EB & Navajo Rd (Route 40) Bus Stop #20181 at Thunderbird Rd EB & Nanticoke Rd (Route 40) Bus Stop #20093 at Central Rd SB & Thunderbird Rd (Route 40) Bus Stop #20077 at Central Rd SB & Cholena Rd (Route 40) Bus Stop #20092 at Central Rd SB & Standing Rock Ave (Route 40) Bus Stop #20078 at Central Rd SB & Klickitat Ave (Route 40)
Bus Stop #20127 at Outer Hwy 18 North WB & Erie Rd (Route 41) Bus Stop #20132 at Outer Hwy 18 North WB & Standing Rock Ave (Route 41)
Bus Stop #20237 at Zuni Rd EB & Serrano (Route 42) Bus Stop #20238 at Zuni Rd EB & Witchita Rd (Route 42) Bus Stop #20247 at Zuni Rd WB & Witchita Rd (Route 42) Bus Stop #20248 at Zuni Rd WB & Serrano Rd (Route 42)
The City of Barstow will be celebrating America 250 with their Firework Spectacular this July 4th, and VVTA will get you there for FREE!
The 29th Annual Fireworks Spectacular will be at the Robert A. Sessions Memorial Sportspark beginning at 5:00 pm and culminating with a grand fireworks display at 9:00 pm!
Due to the limited parking, VVTA has partnered up with the City of Barstow to bring you the Firecracker Express, providing FREE transportation to and from this spectacular annual event. Interested attendees will have the option to be picked up from Barstow College or at Muriel Drive & Condor St with direct service to the Fireworks Spectacular.
• Shuttle service will operate from Barstow College and will operate as needed, starting at 5:00 PM.
• Shuttle service will also operate from the empty lot at Muriel Drive & Condor St and will operate as needed, starting at 5:00 PM.
• Last shuttle will depart both locations at approximately 7:00 PM.
• Return service will be available from the Sports Park starting at 7:30 PM going to both Muriel Dr and Barstow College for those wishing to depart early.
Direct Access passengers wishing to attend the event may reserve FREE rides to the Sportspark by calling 760-244-4000 no later than 5:00 pm on Thursday, July 2nd, 2026.
For those residents unable to get to the designated pickup location at Barstow College, we will be providing a complimentary specialty bus service to the event for routes 1, 2, 3, 6, 27, 28, and 29. Please see the chart below for departure times. Riders who need to use Routes 27, 28, and 29 and Direct Access to get to the Fireworks Spectacular must call 760-244-4000 no later than 5:00 pm on Thursday, July 2nd, 2026, to request a ride.
There will be no other bus service on Saturday, July 4, 2026. These buses will only be running to and from the 29th Annual Barstow Fireworks Spectacular.
Riding the “Firecracker Express” with VVTA will be your easy and most convenient access to and from the event, as all roads around the Sportspark will be closed to the public. Best of all, the ride is FREE for all passengers!
Victor Valley Transit Authority (VVTA) will not operate Bus Service on Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth. Regular service hours will resume on Saturday, June 20th, 2026.
Juneteenth is a federal holiday that marks June 19, 1865, when news of emancipation reached Galveston, Texas, signifying an important milestone in American history. The day is observed nationwide as a time for reflection, education, and celebration of freedom and cultural heritage.
VVTA recognizes the importance of this day and wishes the community a meaningful Juneteenth.
On Thursday, June 18, 2026, VVTA is celebrating National “Dump the Pump Day” by making all services Fare FREE!
You heard that right, Fixed Routes, County Routes, Commuter, Direct Access, Micro-Link, and even Route 15!
We’re fighting back against high gas prices the best way we know how. Whether you’re headed to work, school, shopping, medical appointments, or just exploring the High Desert, we’ve got you covered.
VVTA regularly evaluates and updates its services to better meet the needs of the communities we serve. As the Victor Valley and Barstow regions continue to grow and evolve, transit service must adapt to connect riders with the destinations that matter most.
These service improvements are designed to provide more efficient, reliable, and convenient transportation options by aligning routes with current travel patterns and areas of greatest demand. Our goal is to enhance the rider experience by creating stronger connections to popular destinations, improving route performance, and ensuring transit remains a practical and valuable transportation choice for our communities.
Beginning Sunday, July 5, VVTA will introduce several service improvements designed to provide more convenient connections and reliable service for our riders.
NEW: Route 15X Express Service to CSUSB
Students and commuters traveling between the High Desert and California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) now have a faster option.
The new Route 15X provides direct service between the Victor Valley Transportation Center (VVTC) and CSUSB, without continuing through San Bernardino or Fontana. This means less travel time and a more convenient trip to campus.
Weekday Schedule
+ Depart VVTC: 9:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. + Depart CSUSB: 10:50 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Route 27 Updates
Route 27 has been adjusted to better serve the Barstow community.
Recent improvements include: + New service to Barstow Church of God in Christ with a new bus stop on Sage Drive. + Schedule adjustments to improve on-time performance + New time point stop added at Montara Road and Armory Road
Route 31 Wellness Center Shuttle
Getting to and from Wellness Center is now easier.
Route 31 will continue beyond the Victor Valley Transportation Center (VVTC) to provide shuttle service to the Victorville Wellness Center. After arriving at VVTC, the bus will travel to the Wellness Center and return to VVTC, allowing riders to conveniently connect with other VVTA routes.
This service is now a permanent feature on most trips and operates 7 days a week.
Route 114 Schedule Adjustments
To improve service reliability, weekday morning departure times on Route 114 have been adjusted. Weekday morning trips will be adjusted to depart Bear Valley Park and Ride at 4:32 am & 5:33 am, VVTC will depart at 4:44 am & 5:45 am.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING AGENDA Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
TELECONFERENCE PARTICIPATION To be a voting participant in action items appearing on the agenda, the participant’s teleconference location must appear below, and the participant must have posted the agenda in a location accessible to the general public no less than 72 hours prior to the announced meeting time, in accordance and within the requirements of the Brown Act (Gov. Code, § 54950 et seq.).
VVTA passengers riding Route 27 will soon have improved access to Barstow Church of God in Christ and the surrounding neighborhood.
Effective Sunday, May 31, 2026, Route 27 will begin servicing a new bus stop located on Sage Drive near Barstow Church of God in Christ. The new stop is identified as Bus Stop #30298.
The route adjustment is designed to improve accessibility and convenience for passengers traveling in the area, including church members, nearby residents, and community visitors.
Passengers are encouraged to review updated route information and plan accordingly prior to travel.
For route maps, schedules, and trip planning assistance, visit VVTA.org or call customer service at (760) 948-3030.
VICTOR VALLEY TRANSIT AUTHORITY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026/27 OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGET, FEDERALLY FUNDED PROGRAM OF PROJECTS, AND REGULAR MEETING
DATE: Monday, June 15, 2026 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: Victor Valley Transit Authority 17150 Smoke Tree Street, Hesperia, CA
VVTA is inviting you to provide input or seek further information on the Federally Funded Program of Projects and the FY 27 Annual Operating and Capital Budget.
The VVTA Board of Directors encourages residents to participate in the development of the Victor Valley Transit Authority fiscal year 2026-27 budget. The budget presentations and public meetings will provide opportunities to learn about the Agency’s financial outlook and share input before the final FY 2026-27 budget is adopted.
The federally funded program of projects will become final with no further posting, unless amended. If approved by the Board the final Fiscal Year 2026/27 Budget will be effective July 1, 2026.
Questions and comments regarding the Federally Funded Program of Projects and the VVTA Annual Budget may be directed in writing or by phone to the Clerk of the Board at 760.995.3588 (TDD 760.948.3990), at 17150 Smoke Tree St., Hesperia, CA 92345 or by publiccomments@vvta.org (except G-mail).
