Bloomington Transit For Everyone​

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    1. BT Customer Service

      Hello Luz,

      Bus rides are $1, unless you qualify for a Reduced fare ID, which will then make each ride 50 cents. Please refer to this notice for more information on bus fares.

      Microtransit rides are $2 per person, per trip.

      Rideshare users pay the first $3 of the cost of the trip, Bloomington Transit pays (up to) the next $11, then the user pays the remainder of the cost over $14. For example: A $10 ride would cost $3 for the user, while a $20 ride would cost $9 for the user.

        1. BT Customer Service

          Hello Martha,

          Senior citizens age 60 and older qualify for a Reduced fare ID, which make each bus ride 50 cents (Regular fare is $1). Reduced fare ID cards are available at the Bloomington Transit offices at 130 West Grimes Lane and the Downtown Transit Center at 301 South Walnut St, Monday-Friday from 8 am-4:30 pm.

          This is no senior discount for BLink Microtransit, which is $2 per ride per person.

  1. Do you realize the website has many links not working, or sending user to an outdated link? Trying to teach my tweens how to use the transit, and I can’t get an overall map or a general routes/times for them to even know where and when to start/stop.

    1. BT Customer Service

      Hello Jenni, we are not seeing any dead or outdated links on the Bloomington Transit For Everyone page. Can you please identify which links you are talking about?

      You can find Maps & Schedules at the “Maps & Schedules” link in the main menu. The “System Map” shows you the overall map, while the “Track My Bus” shows you in real time where the buses are and the next arrivals at any stop in our system. More specific information about a specific routes can be found at the “All Routes” link in the main menu.

      Please let us know if you need any more specific assistance. Have a nice day!

    1. BT Customer Service

      Hello Doris, Bloomington Transit does not provide services outside of the City of Bloomington and some parts of Monroe County.

    1. BT Customer Service

      Hello Melissa, you can purchase bus tickets for non-profits at our offices at W Grimes Ln. Typical hours are M-F, 8a-4:30p.

      1. The bus system and Bt Late Nite service is incredibly helpful for individuals that don’t have a car or enough disposable income to uber to and from work all of the time. It’s greatly appreciated.

        1. BT Customer Service

          Thanks for the comment, Adrian! Be sure to read the “BT Late Nite on Demand” tab on this page to get familiar with the new service parameters beginning on Monday, June 1st.

    1. BT Customer Service

      Hello Stella, bus stop amenities are selected annually based on usage and rider feedback. Your request will be added to our database to help make decisions for the next round of improvements.

    1. BT Customer Service

      Hello Jennifer,

      That exact location is outside of Bloomington city limits, so it is not within the BT Late Nite coverage map. You can find an exact map of the BT Late Nite coverage map at the bottom of the “BT Late Nite on Demand” tab on this page or on Book.BLink.RideCo.com.

  2. I live off of bearcreek road 5500 in brown county I need to get my dog to the vet.that’s less than 6 miles from me. Is there any rides like that?

    1. BT Customer Service

      Hello, BT only operates in the City of Bloomington and some areas outside in Monroe County. It looks like Access Brown County might be able to help you out: browncountyymca.org/access-brown-county.

  3. I have just taken my second trip on the fairly new BLink system. My first driver was Abby and today, John. Both of them were very professional, courteous, and knowledgeable about the system. For a person like myself with low vision, it is really a wonderful addition to the transportation options in Bloomington. In addition, the vehicles are clean and delightful to ride in. Thank you for offering the service and best of luck as you go forward.

    1. BT Customer Service

      Hello Les, thank you for your kind words! We will pass along your message to Abby, John and the entire team.

  4. Once again, the city has ignored the north end, i.e, Dunn street from the bypass all the way up. You have, again, forgotten the Matlock Heights and Blue Ridge neighborhoods, both of whom have many senior citizens living in them.

    1. BT Customer Service

      Hello Amy, if the location is within city limits, Bloomington Transit has a mobility option available there! It looks like all of Blue Ridge and most of Matlock Heights are covered in the BLink Microtransit service area.

  5. I kept trying to register an account only the 2 boxes (rules, etc) one should check simply won’t fill in. I’ve looked to see if I already have account & I don’t. If I’m doing something wrong I can’t tell what it is!

    1. BT Customer Service

      Hello Karen,

      Not sure exactly what you are seeing while trying to register for the app. It may help to contact RideCo (the app manufacturer) directly at https://www.rideco.com/contact, or call us at 812-336-7433 so we can hopefully direct you through the process.

  6. I was one of the people who frequently used BT Late Nite, and honestly, it was a huge help for those of us living in Bloomington without a car. Since the new Bloomington Link app launched on June 1, I haven’t been able to book a single affordable late-night ride.

    Every time I try to book after 9–10 PM, including Fridays and weekends, the app says “Sorry, we have no service at this time in the area searched.” My pickup and drop-off locations are always within the service area (for example, W. Kenwood Drive to College Mall Apartments), so I don’t understand why it keeps happening.

    Is the service limited to only a certain number of riders once demand gets high? If that’s the case, please make that clear on the website and in the app. Right now, it simply looks like the service isn’t available, even when the locations are within the eligible zone.

    I was excited when this new system launched because I thought transportation in Bloomington would become even more convenient. Unfortunately, my experience has been the opposite. The old BT Late Nite Lyft/Uber coupons are gone, and the new app hasn’t provided a reliable alternative.

    It’s also concerning because students aren’t even back in town yet. If rides are already unavailable now, I’m worried about what will happen in August when demand increases.

    If I’m misunderstanding how the service works or doing something wrong, I’d really appreciate some guidance. Otherwise, I hope this issue can be looked into, because many of us depend on affordable late-night transportation.

    1. BT Customer Service

      Hello Ash, thank you for reaching out and we are sorry you are encountering this inconvenience.

      It may be most helpful to call our office (812-336-7433) so we may be able to walk thru these issues together on the phone. Our typical office hours are M-F, 8am-4:30pm.

      1. Any updates on this? I’ve also encountered this error and when I called I was told “uhh well it should work. Try again later.” And it didnt do anything

        1. BT Customer Service

          Hello Meg, are you having similar issues to Ash?

          Sorry you are encountering problems with the new Late Nite procedure. We are in constant conversation with our host platform (RideCo) to work through these bugs in the system, and we apologize for any inconveniences this may cause in the meantime.

  7. Is there any way Bloomington Transit could extend its Blink service or 16 route to include the new VA clinic at 3098 N Lintel Dr.?

    1. BT Customer Service

      Hello Cory,

      Bloomington Transit is not permitted to provide service outside city limits without funding from an outside source. Our current fixed route service to areas outside city limits within the urbanized area are paid for by Monroe County. Service outside the city limits but inside Monroe County (such as the VA clinic you mentioned) is provided by Rural Transit: https://area10agency.org/ruraltransit/

  8. I was wondering and I’m new to public transport if there was a bus that goes from Morningside Dr & Park Ridge Rd to College ave and 9th st?

    1. BT Customer Service

      Hello Shilo, please review the below route suggestions. If you have any further questions or need clarification, don’t hesitate to reach out to us by phone at 812-336-7433.

      The first four trips of Route 3E stop at Morningside Dr & Park Ridge Rd at approximately 6:30am, 7am, 7:30am and 8am Monday-Friday; as well as 7:30am and 8am on Saturday. On the way back, the final six trips of Route 3E stop at Morningside Dr & Park Ridge Rd at approximately 7pm, 7:30pm, 8pm, 8:30pm, 9pm and 9:30pm Monday-Friday. Route 3E travels to our Downtown Transit Center at 3rd & Walnut, which is approximately a 1/2 mile walk to 9th & College. Here is a link to the Route 3E map and schedule: https://bloomingtontransit.com/3-east-college-mall-iu-health-hospital/

      Otherwise, Route 6 stops at Morningside Dr & Smith Rd throughout the day, seven days a week and has a drop off location downtown at 7th & Walnut, which is approximately a 1/4 mile walk. On the way back, Route 6 picks up right at 9th & College in front of The Avenue Apartments and will take you back to Morningside Dr & Smith Rd. Here is a link to the Route 6 map and schedule: https://bloomingtontransit.com/6-campus-shuttle/

  9. Omar Vasquez-Giron

    I had recently had surgery
    Buses have signs saying only people with disabilities or elderly people can sit there, yet students take over these seats and not caring about taking 2-3 seats for just one person

    Can you/Could you please do/say something about this issue. Appreciate it

    1. BT Customer Service

      Hello Omar, thank you for bringing this to our attention.

      We will make an announcement to our drivers to look out for this on the buses. You may also talk to the driver when you board the bus and let them know you need a seat, or politely ask a student who may be taking up these seats to move.

    1. BT Customer Service

      Hello David,

      Are you located in Bloomington, Illinois? Don’t believe there is a Priscilla Lane here in Bloomington, Indiana.

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