Attend a “Learn My Route” Open House this Spring
The countdown is on – DART will begin running all new bus routes on June 14, 2026. We’re replacing our current routes with ten main bus routes that run more often, 7 days a week, on the busiest streets of the Des Moines metro.
What you can expect:
- Less time waiting for a bus
- Better weekend service
- Faster connections
We’re also making changes to:
- Hours services run
- Bus stop signs and locations
- DART On Demand – New zones begin in September!
See the map of the new network and explore the changes coming here. Schedules for each new route will be available by May 1.
We’ll Help You Get Ready
We know this is a big change. We’re committed to helping you learn the new bus routes and plan your trips before June 14.
Join an upcoming open house to speak with a DART staff member and get help learning where to go and when you can catch the bus. We will have snacks and printed materials for you to take home.
There’s no formal presentation, so you can stop by any time during the event!
DART On Demand Riders: Watch for opportunities in early September to meet with DART staff to learn about this service.
Learn My Route: DART Open Houses
May 1 | 2 – 4 p.m., Des Moines Central Library
May 5 | 5 – 7 p.m., Des Moines North Side Library
May 6 | 5 – 7 p.m., Des Moines Franklin Library
May 7 | 1 – 3 p.m., DART Central Station (ASL interpretation available)
May 11 | 1 – 3 p.m., Des Moines Forest Avenue Library (Asistencia en español disponible)
May 14 | 5 – 7 p.m., Des Moines South Side Library
May 19 | 5 – 7 p.m., Des Moines East Side Library
May 27 | 4 – 6 p.m., Urbandale Public Library
May 28 | 6 – 8 p.m., Johnston Public Library
June 3 | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Ankeny Public Library
June 4 | 5 – 7 p.m., West Des Moines Public Library
June 6 | 12 –2 p.m., DART Central Station
We will make every effort to support with language, hearing and visual needs. For help, please call DART Customer Service at 515-283-8100 at least 72 hours before an open house.