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NCRTD News:

The North Central Regional Transit District (NCRTD) Blue Bus will implement a series of service enhancements across its Blue Bus system beginning Monday, April 13, 2026, impacting 13 routes and two MyBlueTM rideshare zones throughout north central New Mexico.

These updates reflect NCRTD’s ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, guided by rider feedback and community engagement across the region. Service changes within public transportation agencies are crucial to providing improved, reliable and efficient service. The Blue Bus typically conducts service changes twice a year in the Spring and Fall based on data, rider feedback and suggestions from our team members and community.

These improvements are designed to:

• Improve overall service efficiency and connectivity
• Reduce travel times and streamline routes
• Enhance schedule reliability and consistency
• Improve rider safety and stop accessibility
• Strengthen connections between routes and regional transit options

Summary of Service Changes

Española area

• 100 Riverside: Adjusted routing, removed select stops, and improved schedule timing.
• 150 Chimayó: Updated schedules and added connection to 330 Peñasco route.
• 160 Santa Clara: Expanded stop service.
• 230 San Ildefonso: Added new stop at NM-502 and Airport Road.

Santa Fe area

• 200 Santa Fe: Improved Rail Runner connections.
• 275 Turquoise Trail: Relocated stops and adjusted schedules for reliability.

Taos Area

• 300 Taos: Improved connections and adjusted departure times.
• 310 Red River: Later service start and improved connections.
• 320 Questa: Reinstated mid-morning trips and adjusted departures.
• 330 Peñasco: Restored service and improved stop safety.
• 340 Chile Line: Schedule adjustments for improved reliability.
• 360 Tres Piedras: Adjusted departure times for connectivity.

Chama

190 Chama: Adjusted schedules for improved consistency.

MyBlueTM On-Demand Service Enhancements

• La Cienega Zone: Expanded service area, streamlined design, updated service hours, and removed La Cieneguilla service.
• Edgewood Zone: Expanded coverage and simplified boundaries.
• See attachment for new zone boundaries.

Riders are encouraged to review updated schedules and route details prior to April 13. Full route information is available at ncrtd.org/service-changes/. For general information visit RideTheBlueBus.com.