Service Changes Start October 31
The Redwood Coast Transit Authority (RCTA) Board of Directors approved service reductions at its Sept. 28 meeting to help address ongoing operating funding constraints.
The new service schedules take effect Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026.
Plan Ahead! Review Updated Schedules
Download the updated digital rider guide to review route schedules and plan your trip before the changes take effect.
View 2026 RCTA Winter Rider GuidePrinted Rider Guides: Coming soon! Updated guides will be available aboard RCTA buses once received from the printer.
What’s Changing?
Beginning Oct. 31:
- Route 20: Saturday and holiday service will be discontinued. Weekday service will continue.
- Saturday and holiday service: Local and Dial-A-Ride service hours will be reduced to 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Routes 1, 3 and 4: Earlier final weekday trips.
Why Is RCTA Reducing Service?
RCTA is experiencing an ongoing operating budget shortfall, in part due to reduced state transit funding and increased operating costs.
RCTA has already taken steps to reduce expenses while maintaining as much service as possible. The additional service reductions are intended to help address the funding gap while preserving core weekday service.
Public Feedback
Thank you to everyone who participated in the public outreach process.
RCTA received 25 online comments on the proposed service reductions. RCTA provided the feedback to the Board for consideration before its Sept. 28 decision.
The most common theme was a desire to maintain existing service, with riders sharing concerns about access to work, appointments, shopping, and other destinations.
The online feedback period is now closed.
Questions?
For assistance planning your trip, call 707-308-7433 (RIDE).