ROME, Ga.– Rome Transit has introduced its first major route changes in more than 20 years, affecting bus stops and service areas across the city.
The revised Rome Transit routes took effect Monday, Aug. 3. The department continues to operate six fixed routes on hourly schedules.
However, some routes now serve different areas. Several stops have also moved or shifted to another route.
Transit officials encourage passengers to review the new maps before traveling. Riders should not assume their previous stop remains on the same route.
Routes Receive New Color Names
Rome Transit replaced its previous route numbers and names with six color-coded lines:
- Green Line replaces Route 1A
- Blue Line replaces Route 1B
- Yellow Line replaces Route 2A
- Red Line replaces Route 2B
- Purple Line replaces Route 3
- Orange Line replaces the Ashland Park route
The colors previously appeared in printed rider guides. Now, passengers can also identify buses through colored window signs and exterior digital displays.
The department says the system should make routes easier to recognize and remember.
New Stops Reflect Changes Across Rome
According to the city, Rome Transit had not significantly changed its routes in more than two decades.
During that time, roads, traffic patterns, businesses, medical facilities, and other destinations changed throughout Rome. Therefore, the department revised the system to improve travel times and reach frequently requested locations.
For example, the updated network adds service to the Georgia Department of Driver Services office. Riders had frequently requested access to that location.
The department also removed difficult traffic movements from some routes. One change eliminates a left turn on Riverside Parkway that officials described as disruptive to route operations.
Although Rome Transit retained all six routes, individual passengers may experience significant changes. A former stop may have moved, or another colored line may now serve that area.
Updated bus-stop signs include route information and contact details.
Service and Fare Information
Rome Transit operates its fixed-route service Monday through Friday from 5:40 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. Each of the six routes generally runs once per hour.
The regular one-way fare is $1.50. Seniors, passengers with disabilities, and students can ride for 75 cents with appropriate identification.
Transfers between fixed routes are free. Children younger than 5 can also ride free when accompanied by a paying adult.
Rome Transit also operates curb-to-curb paratransit service for eligible passengers with disabilities who cannot use the fixed-route system.
Passengers can review the new route maps and rider information through the city’s website. They may also call Rome Transit at 706-236-4523.
In addition, riders can receive service alerts by texting “RomeTransit” to 38276.
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