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HIRTA Public Transit: Your Ride Around Central Iowa
Connecting central Iowa's communities with accessible and reliable public transit services since 1981. Serving Boone, Dallas, Jasper, Madison, and more!
HIRTA Public Transit provides essential transportation services to seven counties in central Iowa, offering a vital link for residents and visitors alike. With a focus on accessibility and reliability, HIRTA ensures everyone can reach their destinations, from work and school to medical appointments and leisure activities.
Plan your visit
A brief summary to HIRTA Public Transit
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
Plan your visit
Monday
7 am-4 pm
Tuesday
7 am-4 pm
Wednesday
7 am-4 pm
Thursday
7 am-4 pm
Friday
7 am-4 pm
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Getting There
Public Transport
From Des Moines, you can connect to HIRTA services through DART (Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority). Several DART bus routes serve Urbandale, including routes 5, 14, 74, and 93. From key locations in Urbandale like 86th St / Aurora Ave, you can transfer to HIRTA services. Check the Moovit app for the most up-to-date schedules and routes. A one-way trip within town on HIRTA is $3.00, and a trip within the county is $6.00.
Ride-Sharing
Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in Urbandale. A ride from downtown Urbandale to HIRTA's administrative office at 2824 104th St would typically cost between $10 and $15, depending on demand and time of day.
Local tips
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Schedule your ride at least 24 hours in advance by calling 1-877-686-0029 or emailing erides@ridehirta.com.
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Download the HIRTA On Demand smartphone app to book and manage your rides.
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Have exact cash fare ready at the time of pickup, or link a credit/debit card to your account through the HIRTA On Demand app.
Discover more about HIRTA Public Transit
The Heart of Iowa Regional Transit Agency (HIRTA) has been serving the central Iowa region since 1981, offering public transit to Boone, Dallas, Jasper, Madison, Marion, Story, and Warren counties. HIRTA's mission is to enhance community livability by providing safe, innovative, and sustainable regional transportation options, promoting independent lifestyles for central Iowa residents.HIRTA operates a demand-response service, meaning you can schedule a ride to get you where you need to go. The agency is committed to ensuring no person is excluded from participation in its transit services based on race, age, disability, religion, color, sex, or national origin. All vehicles are ADA-accessible.Whether you're a resident needing a ride to work, a senior heading to a medical appointment, or a visitor exploring the region, HIRTA provides an essential service connecting communities and enhancing the quality of life for central Iowans.
A brief summary to HIRTA Public Transit
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