Back to SearchWhitby, Ontario – On Wednesday, December 4, members of the Durham Region Transit Executive Committee (TEC) met to discuss various Durham Region Transit (DRT) initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include:
- On Demand capacity
DRT’s On Demand service is operating at 240 per cent over capacity. In response to the increasing demand, capacity challenges will be addressed in the 2025 budget process. A detailed strategy will be presented early next year, providing opportunities for residents to engage through public forums and participation sessions.
- Fare-Free Service on New Year’s Eve
DRT will provide fare-free transit from 7 p.m. on December 31, 2024, to 4 a.m. on January 1, 2025, on all services.
- Service Change
- Monday, December 2, 2024:
- Minor schedule adjustments were implemented on December 2, 2024, to reflect the change in seasonal demand around specific days. Customers can check updated schedules on DRT's website or Transit app.
- December 23: Regular service
- December 24: Weekend service
- December 25 (see below)
- December 26: Special service (Boxing Day)
- December 27: Regular service
- December 28: Regular service
- December 29 – 30: Weekend service
- December 31: Regular service
- January 1: Regular service (New Year’s Day)
- January 2: Weekend service
- Monday, December 2, 2024:
- Wednesday, December 25, 2024:
- N1: 30-minute frequency all-day (24 hours)
- N2: 30-minute frequency all-day (24 hours)
- 902: 60-minute frequency from approximately 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- 916: 60-minute frequency from approximately 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- On Demand will operate on a Weekend Service level
- Monday, January 6, 2025:
- Minor schedule and route adjustments will be introduced to enhance reliability. Full schedule details and updates are available at DurhamRegionTransit.com.
Quotes
“Throughout 2024, DRT has kept its wheels in motion, driving forward with electrifying results. Congratulations to the entire DRT team on another remarkable year. We look forward to continuing our innovation journey and enhancing the Region’s transit system.”
- John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer
“Durham Region Transit is excited to support our community by offering fare-free transit on all services from 7 p.m. on December 31, 2024, until 4 a.m. on January 1, 2025. Whether going out to ring in the New Year or returning home after the celebrations, we are here to provide you with a safe way to travel responsibly.”
- Regional Councillor Marilyn Crawford, Chair of the Transit Executive Committee
“As 2024 ends, on behalf of all staff I want to thank our customers for choosing Durham Region Transit as their transportation of choice. This year, we have broken the previous ridership record, and with continued significant service investments including new electric buses, we are driving towards a convenient, reliable and sustainable transit future for Durham."
- Bill Holmes, General Manager of Durham Region Transit
To view the complete TEC agenda, visit DurhamRegionTransit.com/TEC.
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Media inquiries:
The Regional Municipality of Durham:
Corporate Communications
905-668-4113 extension 2383
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