Fixed-route bus services that connect major neighborhoods, business districts, and community destinations. Reliable schedules and frequent stops make it easy to get where you need to go every day.
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DART On Demand
A flexible, app-based transit service that lets you request rides in real time within designated zones. Ideal for short trips, first/last mile connections, and areas without fixed-route coverage.
Paratransit
Accessible, curb-to-curb transportation for riders with disabilities who are unable to use fixed-route services. Trips are scheduled in advance to provide safe, convenient, and inclusive mobility.
Caravan
A ride-sharing program designed for groups and commuters traveling similar routes. Caravan helps reduce costs, ease traffic congestion, and provide a more sustainable way to travel together.
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What’s New at dart
May 12, 2026
Attend a “Learn My Route” Open House this Spring
Feb 2, 2026
Notice: ACA 1095-C Form Mail Requests
Dec 2, 2025
DART Commission Adopts New Bus Network
Nov 26, 2025
Tips for Riding DART in Winter Weather
Nov 25, 2025
Accessing Warming Centers with DART
Nov 17, 2025
DART to Install 10 New Bus Shelters
Nov 12, 2025
View DART’s Final Bus Network Plan
Oct 24, 2025
Staying Safe When You Ride DART
Aug 18, 2025
No DART Service on Labor Day
Aug 7, 2025
DART Park & Ride to the Iowa State Fair
Jul 1, 2025
DART ended all services in Grimes in June 2025
Jun 24, 2025
July 8 DART Commission Meeting to be Virtual Only
May 15, 2025
May 19 DART Commission Meeting Canceled
Apr 30, 2025
What to do when DART Customer Service is Closed
Mar 10, 2025
5 Key Insights on Designing a Transit Network
Feb 28, 2025
Lessons from DART’s Electric Bus Pilot Program
Feb 25, 2025
12 Tips for Riding the DART Bus in Central Iowa
Jan 20, 2025
Connecting Todd to Critical Medical Care
Jan 20, 2025
FY2025 Section 5310 – Call for Projects
Jan 7, 2025
Shelters and Benches Proposed for 2025
Dec 27, 2024
How DART is a Solution for Anawim Housing
Dec 10, 2024
Notice of Public Meeting: December 12, 2024
Dec 1, 2024
Connecting Wes to an Independent Life
Nov 24, 2024
DART made several changes to services on November 24
Nov 4, 2024
Does DART Have Service Today?
Oct 18, 2024
Midwest Cities Expand Public Transit: 4 Examples
Oct 10, 2024
Driving Jon to a Management Career
Oct 10, 2024
Ride to Thrive Re-Enrollment
Oct 4, 2024
5 Things to Know about Microtransit
Sep 24, 2024
Father and Son Bond on the Bus
Sep 12, 2024
Statement from DART CEO Amanda Wanke
Aug 20, 2024
DART Delivers More Than 3.5 Million Rides in FY 2024
Aug 13, 2024
4 Reasons Why Kemin Invests in Public Transit
Jul 23, 2024
How DART Serves Central Iowans with Disabilities
Jun 28, 2024
4 Ways DART Benefits the Community
Jun 26, 2024
Driving Leetal to Her Future
Jun 11, 2024
Accessing Cooling Centers with DART
Jun 4, 2024
Several DART Changes Coming in July
May 28, 2024
End of School Tripper Service on May 29, 2024
May 21, 2024
MEETING RESCHEDULED: DART On Demand Fare Increase
May 7, 2024
4 Facts About DART Ridership
May 2, 2024
DART On Demand Fare to Increase July 1
Mar 18, 2024
6 Reasons DART Riders Use Public Transportation
Jan 24, 2024
Public Input Report on Possible Bus Service Cuts
Oct 12, 2023
Bus Plus Changes – November 2023
Jul 11, 2023
DART Commission Names Amanda Wanke as CEO
Sep 8, 2022
DART On Demand Ankeny fares increasing Oct. 3
May 12, 2020
DART announces executive leadership promotions
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