Hunter
08/01/23
Starting today, riders on Iowa City Transit buses will pay no fare.
According to a release from the City, Fare Free Iowa City is an innovative two-year pilot program, making all rides on Iowa City buses absolutely free for everyone. For existing Iowa City Transit riders, this means hassle-free boarding without the need for transit passes or pocket change.
The primary objective of the Fare Free Iowa City program is to evaluate the impact of free transit on the entire city, with the aim of improving access to safe, affordable, reliable, and sustainable transportation for everyone. This aligns with the city’s Climate Action goals, which aim to reduce carbon emissions by 45% from 2010 levels by 2030 and achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Iowa City Transit hopes to double ridership and shift 55% of vehicle trips to more sustainable modes of transportation, including transit.