BRT Express
Fast and frequent service within the Stockton Metropolitan Area (SMA)
RTD launched its first Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Express Corridor in 2007, which has experienced extraordinary growth in ridership. Since then, RTD has launched four more BRT routes to accommodate our customers’ demand for this high-quality service throughout the system, with Midtown Corridor and MLK Corridor in 2018 as the most recent additions. Over six miles each, these BRT Express routes are key corridors and critical components to building a better transportation system for the city of Stockton.
What is BRT Express?
BRT Express, a high-quality Bus Rapid Transit service, operates with fewer stops, off-board fare collection, and more frequent trips than regular bus service to make it fast, reliable, and convenient. To meet the demand for its most popular service, RTD also employs higher-capacity hybrid articulated buses.
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Hybrid and all-electric buses
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Frequent service with limited stops
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Improved shelters and boarding areas for passenger comfort and convenience
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Pre-paid fares from Fare Vending Machines for faster passenger boarding
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Seamless BRT Express connections at all RTD major transfer locations
Local
Fixed-route service within the Stockton Metropolitan Area (SMA)
RTD Local serves the Stockton Metropolitan Area, connecting RTD’s Express, Intercity, Hopper, and Commuter services. Local routes serve the Downtown Transit Center (DTC), Mall Transfer Station (MTS), and Hammer Transfer Station (HTS).
Hopper
Hop on to connect… throughout Stockton and beyond
Metro Hopper |
County Hopper |
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Metro Hopper is a deviated fixed-route service serving popular destinations throughout the Stockton city limits. With seven routes that operate Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., buses run approximately every hour.In order to accommodate ADA-certified passengers who are not able to reach fixed-route stops, each Hopper can deviate from its normal route a distance of up to one mile. The service covers approximately 75% of the Stockton Metro Area for ADA-certified customers with the one-mile deviation. Reservations are required.* |
County Hopper is a deviated fixed-route service serving San Joaquin County and providing intercity connections between Stockton, Tracy, Lodi, Manteca, Ripon, Lathrop, and Escalon. There are 5 weekday routes that operate from 5:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.In order to accommodate passengers who are not able to reach their destinations within a rural area, each County Hopper can deviate from its normal route a distance of up to one mile. Reservations are required.*
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*Reservations are required two days in advanced for all Hopper deviations. Hoppers will deviate up to two times per trip. Please call (209) 943-1111 and follow the prompt for Access San Joaquin then Dial-A-Ride certification or deviation reservations |
Intercity
Connecting Stockton to Lodi
County Hopper Route 93 connects Stockton to Lodi using Hopper vehicles and connects with Lodi Grapeline, Amtrak, Delta Breeze, and SCT/Link buses at the Lodi Transit Station.
Commuter
Connecting San Joaquin County to Sacramento and Dublin BART
Purchasing Passes
One-way fare is $7.
Purchasing Commuter bus passes are done easily and conveniently on your mobile device by downloading the Mobile2Go App from the App Store or Google Play Store.
Purchase directly from the coach operator (exact change only). Please keep your belongings off the seat next to you so that others may sit down. One seat allowed per fare. Please store luggage under your seat or on your lap and not on the seat next to you. RTD is not responsible for stolen, lost, or damaged personal items. Storage space under seat measure 14” wide, 18” deep, 12” high. For additional information, please call (888) 802-WORK (9675).
Park and Ride
Park and Ride lots are free parking facilities for commuters to park their cars and connect with RTD’s San Joaquin Commuter. RTD’s Commuter buses depart for Sacramento and the Bay Area from several Park and Ride locations around San Joaquin County. View Park and Ride locations here.
Code of Conduct
Click here to view the Code of Conduct for Commuter service.
Van Go! Pilot Program
On-demand rideshare service takes you anywhere throughout San Joaquin County.
You spoke. We listened.
Introducing RTD Van Go! reinvented.
The new pilot program offers seamless trips throughout San Joaquin County. No transfers. No zones. True county service.
Travel anywhere within San Joaquin County with Van Go! This on-demand rideshare service is provided in vehicles that are safe and accessible (can transport wheelchairs). Drivers are professionally trained and ready to help.
Note: Vehicles cannot transport bicycles.
How does it work?
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Book a trip up to two days in advance using the Van Go! App. You can even book on the same day!
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Ride anywhere in San Joaquin County.
How do you book a trip?
To book a trip use the RTD Van Go! app on your smartphone. View the Van Go! How To brochure for a guide to using the app. Pay with Credit/Debit through the app or pay cash to the driver when they pick you up. We recommend booking your trip 48 hours in advance; however, you can book your trip on the same day.
Van Go! App
Service Hours
Seven days a week, including holidays!
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Fares
Fare |
First 5-miles (one-way trip) |
After 5 miles |
Regular |
$4.00 per person |
$0.50 per mile per person |
Fares subject to change without notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dial-A-Ride
Paratransit services for ADA-certified passengers
