High Gas Prices: Rapid Transit System Provides Options To Lessen Impacts of High Fuel Costs

RAPID TRANSIT SYSTEM PROVIDES OPTIONS

TO LESSEN IMPACTS OF HIGH GAS PRICES

RapidRide, Dial-A-Ride offers

convenient, reliable, fuel & cost saving options

RAPID CITY, SD—With local gas prices climbing 70 cents a gallon in the past week and national prices averaging a record $4.17 a gallon, the public is searching for transportation options.

            In Rapid City, a convenient option to save on fuel costs is the City’s public transportation system, operated by Rapid Transit System (RTS).  In 2021, ridership exceeded 203,000 riders.

            “As gas prices continue to increase with no end in sight, people are or will be searching for options and one great alternative is our public transportation system,” said RTS Manager Megan Gould. “We offer a reliable, safe and convenient option that can save on fuel costs.

            “Whether you need to get to work, school or just headed downtown or around town for a day of shopping, we can get you to your destination in a safe, efficient manner.”

            Rapid Transit System has been providing local residents and visitors with a safe and reliable public transportation service in Rapid City for more than 30 years.  Annually, Rapid Transit System travels more than one-half million miles and provides more than 400,000 passenger trips throughout Rapid City on its RapidRide, Dial-A-Ride and City View Trolley services.

            RapidRide provides public transportation services on six fixed routes.  All RapidRide routes run on 35-minute frequencies.

            “So depending on your route, we can get you to your work, to school or to your shopping or event destination quickly and safely,” said Gould.  “It’s a great option during the bitterly cold and stormy winter weather, but also a great alternative when the family car isn’t working or to save on fuel costs and utilize the savings for other essentials.”

            Dial-A-Ride is a curb-to-curb to door transportation service, operating within the city limits of Rapid City. The service is available to local residents who qualify for service under the Americans with Disabilities Act. It’s a great option for getting to doctor’s appointments, picking up prescriptions, shopping and visits in the community.

            RTS also oversees the ‘Youth Ride Free’ program, which provides youth with free rides on the fixed route system, with stops to schools, library, events, downtown and other venues.

            For more information about Rapid Transit System services, contact 605-394-6631.