Try Transit Week: Discover the Benefits of Riding GoDurham
Durham, NC – September 22–26, 2025
This week is Try Transit Week, a statewide initiative aimed at encouraging residents and visitors to explore the numerous benefits of public transportation. At GoDurham, we are proud to take part in this celebration and to showcase how transit positively impacts our community.
Fare-Free Travel: Easier Than Ever
GoDurham remains fare- free, making it simple and affordable for everyone to get around. Whether you are commuting to work, attending school, running errands, or enjoying Durham’s cultural and recreational destinations, you can count on GoDurham to get you there without worrying about the cost of a fare.
Reliable and Sustainable Service
Public transportation plays a vital role in creating a sustainable future. Each trip taken by bus helps reduce traffic congestion, cut carbon emissions, and improve overall air quality in our region. With frequent service and an expanding network, GoDurham ensures that riders can rely on safe, dependable transportation every day.
Connecting the Community
GoDurham offers more than traditional bus service, our network is designed to connect people to opportunities across Durham and beyond.
· Bus Rapid Transit (BRT): A faster, more efficient service planned for key corridors, designed to move large numbers of passengers quickly and comfortably.
· City Senior Shuttle: Providing seniors with reliable transportation to essential services, shopping, and community activities.
· GoDurham Connect: Our on-demand service that links neighborhoods to major transit routes offering convenient, flexible connections where fixed-route service may not reach.
Together, these services make Durham more accessible, equitable, and connected.
Benefits for Everyone
Public transit doesn’t just serve riders; it benefits the entire community. By choosing GoDurham, riders help:
· Reduce traffic and parking demand in busy areas
· Support Durham’s environmental sustainability goals
· Strengthening the local economy by making jobs, shopping, and healthcare more accessible
· Foster a stronger, more connected community
Join Us in Celebrating Try Transit Week
We invite everyone, whether you are a daily rider or someone who has never taken the bus before to join us during Try Transit Week, September 22–26. Explore the city, try out our services, and experience firsthand why GoDurham is a safe, reliable, and sustainable way to travel.
Together, we are building a Durham that moves forward!