About
Our vision
We envision HRT among the preeminent transportation organizations in the nation. We see regional mobility as the cornerstone of economic development and quality of life in Hampton Roads.
Our mission
Our mission is to serve the community through high quality, safe, efficient and sustainable regional transportation services.
How many employees does HRT currently have?
HRT currently is home to 1,027 employees.
How was HRT created?
HRT was formed on October 1, 1999, after a merger between Pentran and TRT – the first voluntary merger of two transit agencies in the country.
How is HRT funded?
What cities does HRT serve?
HRT serves six cities: Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth and Virginia Beach. The entire service area population is 1.3 million.
Why is the service more frequent in some areas/cities than in others?
HRT contracts with each city in our service area separately, and each city determines how much service is to be provided in their area.
What are HRT’s ridership figures for the most recent quarter?
- October 2011 – 1,374,670
- November 2011 – 1,262,094
- December 2011 – 1,252,904
Current Services
- 78 Fixed Regular Routes
- Handi-Ride – Service Available for Persons with Disabilities
- NET (Norfolk Electric Transit) – Serving Downtown Norfolk
- Paddlewheel Ferry – Serving Downtown Norfolk and Olde Towne Portsmouth
- MAX (Metro Area Express) – Express Bus Service
- TRAFFIX – Providing transportation alternatives
- VB Wave – Serving Virginia Beach resort area