Greenville’s public transportation is set to undergo several changes effective next week, primarily focused on improving service frequency, expanding hours, and enhancing rider experience across the Greenlink bus system.
Key Changes Effective Next Week:
- Extended Service Hours
Weekday routes will see extended service until 11:30 p.m., providing later transit options for commuters and riders. Saturday services will also be extended to offer up to 18 hours of operation, matching weekday service hours. - Increased Frequency
All weekday and Saturday routes will improve to a 30-minute frequency, significantly reducing wait times at bus stops. Sunday service will be added with 60-minute intervals and 12 hours of operation, expanding weekend mobility options. - New and Upgraded Facilities
Upgrades to 85 bus stops are underway to add shelters, benches, and accessibility features for a more comfortable waiting experience. A new maintenance facility is under construction, which will support adding more buses to the fleet in the near future. - Fleet Expansion and Farebox Upgrades
Seven new buses and paratransit vans have been added to replace aging vehicles. Fareboxes have been upgraded to speed up boarding, ensuring smoother and quicker passenger flow. - Efforts to Address Driver Shortage
The transit authority has initiated recruitment and training programs, including a CDL training program and job fairs, to fill bus driver vacancies and support expanded service.
Overall Impact
These changes will make Greenville’s public transit more reliable, accessible, and responsive to the needs of current and future riders, with a focus on reducing wait times and extending service hours to better accommodate work schedules and weekend activity. Riders can expect a more efficient network starting next week, supporting Greenville’s growing population and evolving transportation demands.
SOURCES
[1](https://gpats.org/documents/Attachment%207.3%20-%20%5BDigital%20Only%5D%20Greenlink%20TDP_ADA%20FINAL_7.17.18.pdf)
[2](https://greenvilleconnects.org/essential/)
[3](https://www.reddit.com/r/greenville/comments/186rzut/ama_greenville_connects_here_ask_us_anything/)
[4](https://greenvillejournal.com/community/greenlink-works-to-address-bus-driver-shortage-improve-safety/)
[5](https://www.greenvillesc.gov/1578/Citizens-Transit-Academy?contentId=808d036f-55c7-4af9-b805-a524b03e3a97)
