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MetroBus Quarterly Service Changes Coming Monday, March 11

MetroBus quarterly service changes will go into effect on Monday, March 11.  Metro is constantly monitoring and reviewing feedback from our customers and our operators to better improve MetroLink connections and MetroBus route on-time performance. The changes may be minor in some instances, but they affect a number of routes. Please take the time to [...]

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Avoid Interstate 64 Bridge Construction Work for Next Year and a Half By Taking Metro

With highway construction work ramping up in St. Louis, now is the perfect time to adjust your work commute to include Metro. If your travels take you on Interstate 64, then you’ve probably seen the highway signs advising that this weekend (February 1-4), the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) plans to shut down Interstate 64 [...]

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Metro Transit Expands Service for New Year’s Eve First Night Event

Metro Transit will supplement MetroBus service in the area of the Grand Center as well as operate extended MetroLink service on New Year’s Eve in conjunction with First Night in St. Louis. First Night visitors can utilize the #70 Grand MetroBus route from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, December 31 to get to the First [...]

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New Metro Ticket Vending Machines and Ticket Validators Coming to Illinois MetroLink Stations

The installation of new Metro Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs) and Ticket Validators on MetroLink platforms begins in Illinois on Tuesday, August 28, 2012.  This will mark the beginning of the equipment conversions necessary for future upgrades to Metro’s entire fare collection system. “The original machines are being removed and replaced by new state of the [...]

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June 11 Quarterly Service Changes

Quick Guide to June 11, 2012 Quarterly Service Changes

Metro will launch a quarterly service change on Monday, June 11, with changes to 24 routes in Missouri. Some of these are minor route or schedule changes to improve connections and route performance, but some changes are significant. Please take a moment to review the upcoming service updates. Additional service will be added to the [...]

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Summary of MetroBus Quarterly Service Changes Coming March 12

On March 12, Metro will go through its first quarterly service change of 2012. A summary of the changes, along with schedule and maps as needed, are provided below. During these changes, some of the routes will be moving from a 30-minute frequency during some parts of the day (1-hour or so during other times) [...]

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January 9, 2012 Service Update Coming to #8 Bates Morganford, #80 Park Shaw and #180 Russell Shuttle

In response to customer feedback, Metro is modifying the quarterly service changes implemented on November 28. Customers can expect a return to pre-November changes for the #8 and #80, with expanded service. The primary issue Metro is responding to regards a loss of service along Russell Boulevard between Grand Boulevard and Gravois Avenue and the [...]

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Quarterly Service Changes Start Today

Here’s what you need to know regarding this quarter’s service changes effective today, November 28, 2011, and subsequently January 2012. NOTE:  Information with maps and schedules is on Metro’s website.  Customers should use TripFinder (on the website) because it will take a few days for Google Maps to update information.  Customers can also check with [...]

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New MetroBus Shuttle Service Begins Monday

Metro officials announced today that starting Monday, November 28, 2011, a new shuttle route will be offered to MetroBus customers along Russell Boulevard between Grand Boulevard and Gravois Avenue. The new #180 Russell Shuttle will be in service Monday through Friday operating every 40 minutes during rush hour and will provide service in the McKinley [...]

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IMPORTANT UPDATE: November 28 Service Changes

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Metro officials announced today that starting Monday, November 28, 2011, a new shuttle route will be offered to MetroBus customers along Russell Boulevard between Grand Boulevard and Gravois Avenue. Please see the updated Rider Alert changes to prepare for your commute. Please use TripFinder or service maps and PDFs to plan your trip. [...]

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