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Beginning Oct 6th, 2024 VVTA will have new and revised Bus Routes for our great High Desert Communities! As communities continue to grow, these service changes will enhance the VVTA network to improve performance of the service and to address the evolving needs in the Barstow and Victor Valley regions.

VVTA partnered with TMD (Transportation Management & Design, Inc.), to conduct a comprehensive review of our entire system network. Together, we engaged with a broad range of community members, including organization leaders, analyzed demographic growth, conducted passenger outreach through surveys and drop-in sessions at our Transfer Hubs, and held stakeholder meetings with cities, towns, and our dedicated bus operators.

We encourage you to explore our newly revised bus route maps below and discover how they can improve and benefit your daily commute with VVTA.

Click on the 2024 Route Refresh Here

Due to the on going Bridge Fire and poor air quality, VVTA has made the difficult decision to cancel service on the Route 21P to Pinon Hills and Route 21W to Wrightwood for the remainder of service today.

Please call 760-948-3030 for assistance or questions.

Service Notice for September 7, 2024

To make room for the Happy Trails Parade, Street Fair, & Car Show in Apple Valley on Saturday, September 7th, Routes 23, 40, 41, 43, and 47 will not serve the Apple Valley Post Office from the beginning of service to the end of service. Below are the affected stops and routes:

• Bus Stop #20000 (Apple Valley Post Office): Affecting Routes 23, 40, 41, 43, 47
• Bus Stop #20088 (Central Rd & Shawnee Rd): Affecting Routes 23, 43
• Bus Stop #20129 (Outer Hwy 18 North & Navajo Rd): Affecting Routes 40, 41, 47
• Bus Stop #20138 (Navajo Rd & Ottawa Rd): Affecting Route 43
• Bus Stop #20139 (Navajo Rd & Powhatan Rd): Affecting Route 43
• Bus Stop #20153 (Powhatan Rd & Navajo Rd): Affecting Routes 40, 41, 43, 47
• Bus Stop #20190 (Yucca Loma Rd & Navajo Rd): Affecting Route 47

Please plan accordingly.

Don’t forget to keep an eye out for our Micro-Link Van and our awesome 32 foot Bus during the event! VVTA has a huge announcement for the Apple Valley area that you won’t want to miss! 

As well as join in the fun starting at 10 AM with the Happy Trails Parade, as it winds down the scenic Outer Happy Trails Highway with vibrant floats, music, and a true hometown vibe. But the fun doesn’t stop there!

After the parade, head over to James Woody Park & Community Center for the Car Show and Street Fair. Explore classic cars, browse unique street vendors, and enjoy delicious food while soaking in live entertainment. It will be a blast, see ya’ll there! 

On Monday, September 2nd, VVTA will be closed in observance of Labor Day, with no bus routes or services operating. This allows our staff and drivers to celebrate with their loved ones. A reminder will be posted on our VVTA social media pages as we get closer to the holiday.

At Victor Valley Transit, we understand the transportation challenges many non-profits face when serving their communities. That’s why we’ve developed a range of programs designed to support your efforts.

We invite you to join our CTSA Team on Thursday, August 22nd, at 11:30 AM for a special session where you’ll learn about the valuable resources and programs we offer to assist your organization. Plus, lunch is on us!

Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot by emailing apalmer@vvta.org or btorres@vvta.org today. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your non-profit’s impact!

Get ready Victor Valley, on Tuesday July 16th we will have our Transit Services FARE FREE in recognition of National Rural Transit Day!

Ride our Fixed Routes, County Routes, Direct Access**, Micro-Link and even Route 15 Fare Free on July 16th! Give your wallet a break or use this opportunity to try Public Transportation for the first time!

Rural transit was established by the FTA in 1979, and Rural Transit Day was created in 2019 to appreciate the unique needs of rural passengers and celebrate the hardworking transit agencies that meet their travel needs. Funded by the Caltrans Division of Local Assistance, rural transit agencies in California play a vital role in maintaining the quality of life of rural residents by connecting people to much-needed essential services, jobs, education, and healthcare. We honor these transit agency heroes by publicizing all their hard work, taking the pledge to show our commitment to rural transit, and spreading awareness of Rural Transit Day and the importance of rural transit in our community.

** Must have ADA certification to use Direct Access**

In observance of Independence Day, VVTA Bus services will not operate on Thursday, July 4, 2024. Please make alternate plans for your transportation needs and we will return serving our customers on Friday, July 5.

Hey there! Have you ever wondered about the awesome transportation options available for seniors and those with disabilities? Well, you’re in luck! Come join us and explore a variety of choices tailored just for you.

🗓️ Date & Time:
Wednesday, July 10th, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

📍 Location:
Choice Medical Group Conference Room
19111 Town Center Drive
Apple Valley, CA 92308

📞 RSVP:
Call 760-338-0914 to reserve your spot!

Lunch will be provided by the wonderful April Love & Tuesday Nickels at Team Love at Coldwell Banker Home Source.

Discover the fantastic programs offered by Victor Valley Transit to support seniors and disabled members of our community. We can’t wait to see you at this fun and informative Senior Lunch Event!

The City of Barstow will be holding their 27th Annual Firework Spectacular at the Robert A. Sessions Memorial Sportspark this Fourth of July, and Victor Valley Transit will get you there for FREE!

Due to the very limited parking, Victor Valley Transit has once again partnered up with the The City of Barstow to bring you the Firecracker Express, providing complimentary transportation to and from this spectacular event.

Attendees will have the option to be picked up from either Barstow College or at Muriel Drive & Condor St, as well as options for Direct Access passengers and Barstow Fix Route Bus passengers.

We will also have return service to those locations from 7pm onward, for those wishing to depart early.

Please visit vvta.org/firecracker for complete information or call 760-948-4021.

In recognition of Juneteenth on Wednesday, June 19th, 2024, there will be no transit services, allowing Bus Operators and staff to honor this day with their friends and loved ones. In addition, the lobby and offices will also be closed. VVTA will be back on operating regular Bus Service on Thursday, June 20^th.

The Emancipation Proclamation, issued by Abraham Lincoln on September 22, 1862, took effect on January 1, 1863. However, it wasn’t until June 19, 1865, when Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, that the last enslaved people in the Confederacy were freed. This day, known as Juneteenth, was first celebrated in 1866 and continues to be a significant day of remembrance and celebration. 

Learn about Juneteenth here: https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/historical-legacy-juneteenth