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Transportation Service & Resource Updates

The latest transportation-related service and resource updates in Tompkins County.

NEW! Tompkins Cortland Transit Connections

Great News! Traveling between Cortland County and Tompkins County is easy and convenient for TCAT and Cortland Transit users! Review the new schedules and locations

New Fare Box System - TCards Expire after Sept. 6

TCAT's old mag-stripe Tcards and FreeRyde cards will no longer be effective after service day, Fri., Sept. 6. To learn how to obtain TCAT's new smart card or use our pay-as-you-go TFare mobile app, please see TCAT Fare Page.

TCAT FreeRyde Cards Expire Sept 6 (9/20 grace period to get a new one)

Starting this fall, the FreeRyde smart card can be obtained through an application completed by a parent, guardian, or other responsible adult. A new FreeRyde smart card will be sent to you by mail. First card is free. $3 fee to replace.

You can fill out the application online at https://tcatbus.com/freeryde/2024 , pick one up at TCAT’s main office at 737 Willow Ave., Ithaca, or request one be sent to you by emailing freeryde@tcatmail.comor calling (607) 277-RIDE (7433).

The older FreeRyde magnetic-striped cards in circulation will not work on the farebox after Sept. 6. Between Sept. 6 and 20, youth can show their old card to the drivers to board and ride. After Sept. 20, a new FreeRyde smart card will be required.

TCAT Fall Schedule and Ride Guide

TCAT's fall schedule is in effect through January 11th. Review the TCAT Schedule & Guide or request a printed copy from TCAT. Ride guides specific to Cornell, Ithaca College (and soon for TC3 students) are posted here.

Highlights: More service added for West Hill and to meet incoming students’ needs

• Route 14S (West Hill shopper) is back! Offers one-seat rides with convenient service for West Hill residents to and from southwest shopping. Previously suspended due to shortages.
• Many routes on Route 15 (Southside Shopper) continue daily as Route 32 (Cornell/Airport)with one-seat rides to Cornell and the Airport.
• On Weekends, Route 11 (Ithaca College/Commons)offers convenience with one-seat rides between Ithaca College and southwest shopping by interlining with Route 15 (Southside Shopper).

• Route 90 (Cornell night service) returns with Saturday service.
• Route 92 (Cornell night service) returns.
• and more...

Your Input on the 2045 Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP)

The Ithaca Tompkins County Transportation Council welcomes comments on the plan until October and would like to hear from you about ideas and issues related to transportation in our community. Review the summarized LRTP PowerPoint Presentation and help shape the vision for transportation in our county by taking a short survey (survey open until July 19th).

Ithaca Carshare is Back

Ithaca Carshare is  accepting member applications. Please check your eligibility before applying.

Ithaca Bikeshare

Download the Ithaca Bikeshare app to find and reserve e-bikes. Visit the Ithaca Bikeshare website

Go Ithaca Program

New members of GO ITHACA receive a range of benefits to make their commute cheaper, greener, and more enjoyable. Membership to GOITHACA is FREE! Income-eligible members may qualify for the Easy Access Program's additional top-ups. Visit the GOITHACA website for sign-up information.

Last updated September 5, 2024