Montgomery County (MD) DOT – Ride On

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The wait is officially over! 🎉 Starting TODAY riders can catch a one-seat ride 🚍 between Silver Spring and Downtown Columbia on Flash Blue! Catch it for weekday, rush-hour service from 5-9 am and 3-8 pm.

Where are you going first? Let us know in the comments! #RidetheFlash

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Did you know that the Flash Blue Route goes to Columbia? 👀 Get to work, shopping, and live music in Columbia FAST when you #RideTheFlash! 🤩

To learn more about where the Flash is heading, visit https://t.co/14ehGay8QJ.

@MCDOTNow @CommuteHoward @HoCoGov

[Montgomery County (MD) DOT – Ride On @RideOnMCT]

Every day is Car Free Day at Ride On! 🚌🚲🚶‍♂️Ditch your car this Car Free Day and take advantage of our ZERO FARE routes with access all over Montgomery County.

Plan your adventure with the Ride On trip planner by visiting https://t.co/FLs61v99WJ

[Montgomery County (MD) DOT – Ride On @RideOnMCT]

⚠️ATTENTION! ⚠️

The September edition of the Ride On Newsletter is now available! 🗞️

To read the latest Ride On news and updates, check out our newsletter here: https://t.co/lsjqzcYEOH

#RideOnNewsletter

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Waiting for the bus just got a little more comfortable. 🚌

Whether it’s a sunny day or a rainy one, having a place to sit and stay covered can make all the difference. Check out Ride On's new Axel-style shelters!

@RideOnMCT

[Montgomery County (MD) DOT – Ride On @RideOnMCT]

✨Upgrade Alert✨

Our new ‘axel’ style shelters bring solar lighting, shade & seating for riders in places where traditional shelters aren’t possible.

Look out for them at a stop near you!

@MCDOTNow

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If the latest Ride On service updates have you adjusting your routine, the Mobile Commuter Store is here to help you plan a smooth trip. Here is this week’s schedule.

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Service changes for 20 Ride On 🚌 Routes are now in effect.

Find out if your route was affected here: https://t.co/X0xKxUEref #RideOnServiceChanges

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Last week staff at the Ride On Gaithersburg bus depot hosted an Ethiopian New Year celebration, marking the year 2019 in the Ethiopian calendar. Employees provided food for the entire depot staff and guests to enjoy. Ride On wishes a Happy Ethiopian New Year to all who celebrate!

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In your #RideOnBus 🚍 era this back-to-school season? Remember to take all trash and unwanted items with you when you leave. 🥤

Follow our #RideOnReminders for a ride that just hits different for everyone on board.

[Montgomery County (MD) DOT – Ride On @RideOnMCT]

Today Ride On Staff attended the County awards ceremony & presentation for our 3 National Association of Counties (NACo) 2026 Achievement Awards: Flex 918 🚌, our Transit Advisory Group 🛣️, and the Zero Fare initiative 🆓. Drop your favorite celebratory emoji in the comments! 🎉

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🚧🛠️Redland Road Bridge #ConstructionUpdate.
MCDOT crews are working to get the job done, but we need a little extra time. The road closure on will be extended until Sunday, Oct. 11.
🚌This extension will affect @RideOnmct routes 53 and 57.
@dawn_luedtke

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Have you been to Maple Lawn? 🍁

This vibrant shopping, retail, employment, and residential community is one of many areas reachable by the new Flash Blue extension to Howard County! 🚍

To see where else the Flash is headed, visit https://t.co/14ehGay8QJ ✨ @MCDOTNow

[Montgomery County, MD - Dept. of Transportation @MCDOTNow]

🚌💧 The future of zero-emission transit is arriving in @MontgomeryCoMD! Our first hydrogen buses are here, making MCDOT the first on the East Coast to introduce hydrogen fuel cell buses. 13 buses will serve Flash BRT, starting on US 29 in 2027!
@RideOnMCT @MontCoExec

[Montgomery County (MD) DOT – Ride On @RideOnMCT]

Ride On would like to recognize one of our operators, Sandra Taylor, for going above and beyond to reunite a lost child with their family. 👨‍👩‍👧 Join us in sharing a heartfelt thanks to operator Taylor for her kindness and commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our riders. 🩷

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Planning around Ride On's recent service updates is easier with the Mobile Commuter Store. Here is where you can find us this week for trip planning and transit information.

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Hey, Montgomery County!

Great news — the Glenmont Express Shuttle is rolling right along through the end of September!

Thank you for hopping on and making this temporary shuttle such a hit.

More details here: https://t.co/ygmSq490E0

#GlenmontExpress

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When taking Ride On back to school this fall, remember the ✨golden rule✨: always treat operators and other patrons with respect.

For more #RideOnReminders, visit https://t.co/Nw9pOizQtY

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Guess the word! 🤔 Hint: What Ride On service was just extended into Howard County?

Drop your answer in the comments! 🚍

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Happy Labor Day from Ride On! 🎉 We are proud of every employee who works tirelessly to keep Montgomery County moving. 🚌

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