DASH the Downtown Area Shuttle

Overview

Our Downtown Area Shuttle (DASH) offers downtown visitors and residents a great way to get around downtown. DASH buses pass every stop every 15 minutes. What a service!

Learn more about the schedule, real-time bus updates, and detours using this guide.


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DASH Technical Map PDF(PDF, 123KB)

 

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Illustrated DASH Map PDF(PDF, 10MB)




DASH FAQ

 

When can I take the DASH? 

The DASH Circulator operates every 15 minutes Monday – Friday 7 am - 12:00 am, Saturday 11 am - 1 am, and Sunday 11 am - 5 pm.

Does the DASH bus go in both directions? 

The DASH bus currently has a counter-clockwise (CCW) and a clockwise (CW) route. These routes go in opposite directions, which allows riders to always take the most direct route to their next stop.


WORK Commuter Shuttle

WORK connects DASH West lot users to downtown. It is available Monday-Friday, 6:30am - 6:30pm. The service picks up at Area 7 and Area 9 parking lots and drops off at the intersection of Ottawa and Pearl every 15 minutes.

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Hours of Operation

DASH Service

DASH routes run Monday - Sunday every 15 minutes and follow the schedule below.

Monday - Friday

7:00 am - 12:00 am

Saturday

11:00 am - 1:00 am

Sunday

11:00 am - 5:00 pm


Silver Line

The Silver Line runs in a loop throughout Downtown Grand Rapids with frequency ranging from 15 minutes on weekdays to 30 minutes on weekends.

The approximate schedule for the Silver Line is shown below. For exact schedules check out ridetherapid.org, visit The Rapid's Silver Line webpage, or use Transit App or The Rapid's myStop app (iOS & Android).

Monday - Friday *

5:00am - Midnight

Saturday **

6:00am - 10:00pm

Sunday **

7:00am -  7:00pm

* Monday - Friday service frequency is 15 minutes

** Saturday and Sunday service frequency is 30 minutes


Need to travel outside of downtown?

Ride any routes in The Rapid system for $1.75 (with free transfers) and plan your route using ridetherapid.orgTransit App, or the Rapid's myStop app (iOS & Android). 

Routes and Stops

Use the interactive map below to find out where and when to catch the next bus.

For real-time bus updates use connect.ridetherapid.org or the Transit App. You can download The Rapid's myStop app for transit updates, too.

How to Ride

At the stop

Arrive at the stop and wait on the sidewalk where the driver can see you. As the bus arrives, check the digital sign above the front window to be sure it’s the correct bus route and direction. Signal the driver that you want to board. Stay back from the curb until the bus comes to a complete stop. If you need a boarding ramp, ask the bus operator.


Boarding and Riding

The DASH is always free, so you don’t need to pay! Board the bus at the front door; the rear door is for exiting passengers. If you have questions about whether you have the right bus or where your stop is located, ask the bus driver. Take a seat until you are ready to exit.


Signal to Stop

When you're a block or two away from your stop, pull the cord above your seat to signal the driver. Exit through the rear door. For your safety, never cross in front of the bus after exiting.

Mobile Apps

We recommend two apps to plan your trip on the DASH.

  • Transit App gives real-time upcoming departure times for transit, and allows users to star their favorite lines and stops to make frequent trips easier. Transit App is available on Android & iOS.
  • The myStop mobile app is supported by The Rapid and provides real-time bus schedule and location information. Available on iOS & Android

Use these apps for more than the DASH! These apps are helpful for finding other nearby routes in The Rapid public transit network.

$3-4 Parking

Park and Ride DASH

 

Detour Updates

 

For real-time bus detour updates use connect.ridetherapid.org or Transit App. You can download The Rapid's myStop app for transit updates, too - look for the small red triangle.

All DASH Detours can also be found on our map: DASH Map (arcgis.com)

Reminder: While on detour, temporary stops will be placed within vicinity of a closed stop if possible, or they may be removed all together.

 

Current Short-Term Detours:

 

Current Long-Term Detours:

Route 51 DASH CW

Fulton (L) E Park PL. Stop at temporary DASH stop on E Park PL to drop off / pick up passengers before making right turn onto Library (R) Library (R) Ransom (R) Fulton (L) Ionia to regular route.

Route 52 DASH CCW

Fulton (L) Ransom (L) Library (L) Sheldon (R) Fulton to regular route.

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A long-term DASH detour is beginning Monday, July 15 until November.

DASH CW:
Detour due to Division Avenue road reconstruction project. Detour will begin on Monday, July 15 through November 2024.

Louis (L) Ionia (R) Fountain (R) Library Place (L) Library Street (R) Ransom (R) Fulton (L) Sheldon (R) Weston (L) Ionia to regular route.

Regular service will resume November, 2024

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DASH CCW:
Detour due to Division Avenue road reconstruction project. Detour will begin on Monday, July 15 through November 2024.

Ionia (R) Weston (L) Sheldon (R) Fulton (L) Ransom (L) Library Street (R) Library Place (R) Fountain (L) Ransom (L) Lyon (L) Ottawa (R) Louis to regular route.

The following stops will not be served during this detour: Louis CW (may request the operator to stop at NE corner of Ottawa and Louis)

Regular service will resume November, 2024

 

 

Holiday Service

DASH buses don't operate on the following holidays:

  • New Year's Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day

Questions or Concerns?

Call us at 616-456-3000
Email us at mobilegr@grcity.us