There are several transit providers in the Central Virginia Region. The benefits of using transit include improved air quality from reduced single occupancy vehicle emissions, cost savings for commuters that no longer need to use their personal vehicle, you can regain your time! Using transit, allows you to work, read or rest, and recharge during your commute!
Learn more about each of our transit providers below, and be sure to sign up for the ConnectingVA app to see which options work best for your commute!
Greyhound operates charter bus services that connect Lynchburg with other larger cities such as Richmond, Washington, D.C., New York City and beyond. The Greyhound bus stops at the Kemper Street Station. Tickets are not sold at the station and must be purchased online before your trip.
Amtrak has a local stop in Lynchburg at the Kemper Street Station. The Crescent Line connects New York with New Orleans, and the Northeast Regional Line is an extension of Amtrak service through the Commonwealth, extending from Washington, D.C. to serve Lynchburg and Roanoke. Both the Crescent Line and Northeast Regional line provide daily service to Lynchburg.
The Virginia Breeze is an intercity transit (bus) service operated by the Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT). The Virginia Breeze is run in coordination with Megabus, and its four routes connect 25 cities across the Commonwealth.
The Breeze operates four daily routes:
The Piedmont Express route from Danville to Washington, D.C. services the CVPDC region with three local stops: Altavista, Amherst (Town), and Lynchburg. The Breeze offers passengers a comfortable and affordable commute with amenities such as roomy seating, free wifi, in-seat power outlets, and a restroom.
The Otter Bus is the area’s newest bus service, serving the Town of Bedford. The bus service runs on a loop around Town, connecting commuters to housing, grocery stores, medical facilities and to amenities like the YMCA. The bus currently operates on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and runs an abbreviated route on Saturdays. It is currently free to ride!
The Altavista Community Transit System (ACTS) is operated by the Town of Altavista. The deviated fixed route service runs a 16-mile loop around Town, with service Monday-Saturday. There are 21 designated routes, and the bus will also deviate from the route by up to ¾ mile within Town limits, upon request. In addition, exceptions can be made for those traveling to/from the Hurt Medical Center.
The Greater Lynchburg Transit Company is the largest local transit provider. With 14 fixed routes, complemented by paratransit and micro transit services, GLTC provides transit services in the City of Lynchburg and in a portion of Madison Heights. GLTC provides real-time bus tracking via the Transit app.
GLTC’s new Flex Microtransit service is available in select locations. The service provides on-demand transportation services within the service area.
Paratransit services are also made available by GLTC for individuals who meet the criteria set forth by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Service can be requested at any location within the service area, and within a ¾ mile radius of the fixed routes which extend beyond City limits
The ConnectingVA app can help you find walking and biking routes to help you get to your destination! Using these modes of active transportation can improve your physical health and emotional well-being, as well as help to save money and enhance the quality of air.
The ConnectingVA app can help you find walking and biking routes to help you get to your destination! Using these modes of active transportation can improve your physical health and emotional well-being, as well as help to save money and enhance the quality of air.
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