Calling All Tucson Transit Enthusiasts!

Are you passionate about public transportation and ready to make a difference in Tucson’s transit community?

Join the Sun Guides program and become a trusted ambassador for Sun Tran! Whether you’re a daily rider, a transit advocate, or someone who loves helping others, this training is for YOU.

What you’ll gain:

  • Expert knowledge of Sun Tran’s system
  • Tips for guiding riders to their destinations with confidence
  • Hands-on skills for assisting all types of passengers, from local to visitors
  • A chance to shape Tucson’s public transportation future with your passion
The first training session will occur on Thursday, November 14 at 4 p.m. at Sun Tran’s Administrative Building, 3910 N. Sun Tran Blvd. (Route 10).

If you’d like to learn more or sign up, please email SunTranMarketing@tucsonaz.gov for more details!

Pedal and Park: Sun Tran Repurposes Bike Lockers

For more than 20 years, Park Tucson has offered an essential service: bike lockers. Located at various parking facilities across the city of Tucson, these secure spaces have provided commuters and cyclists with peace of mind, knowing their bicycles are safe while they navigate their day.

Last month, thanks to Sun Tran, Park Tucson received 11 bike lockers for the community. Originally part of Sun Tran’s facilities, these lockers have found a new home with Park Tucson, making this a collaborative effort to enhance biking infrastructure in the city. Some will replace aging lockers, while others will be installed at additional surface lots.

Bicycle lockers are available for annual rental at several locations:

  • City Hall (255 West Alameda Street)
  • City-State Garage (498 West Congress Street)
  • Library Garage (45 West Alameda Street)
  • La Entrada/Tucson Water Garage (310 West Alameda Street)
  • Public Works Garage (50 West Alameda Street)

Riders interested in renting a bike locker, please contact Park Tucson (520) 791-5071 to check for availability. Once a locker has been selected, visit the Park Tucson office, 110 East Pennington Street, Suite 150, to fill out the Bicycle Locker Rental Agreement and pay the required fees.  

These lockers are open to everyone, from city employees to the public at large. No matter the destination, Park Tucson has a space for your ride. This joint effort between Sun Tran and Park Tucson highlights their shared commitment to supporting sustainable transportation and making Tucson a bike-friendly city where cyclist can thrive.

Stuff-the-Bus with Emerge 💜

Sun Tran, in collaboration with Emerge Center Against Domestic Abuse, is proud to announce its annual Stuff-the-Bus event on Saturday 28, 2024.
Stuff the bus wish list for September 28

This community event will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Walmart’s parking lot located at El Con Shopping Center, 3435 East Broadway Boulevard, Tucson, AZ 85716.

The Emerge Stuff-the-Bus event is a vital initiative designed to gather supplies for survivors of domestic abuse. These essential items will support individuals and families as they rebuild their lives. The Tucson community can participate by donating new items such as kitchen starter sets, linens, toiletries, and items for children, teens, and adults.

If you are unable to attend in person, you can still make an impact. Access the Emerge Amazon wish list or make a monetary donation through the Emerge Center’s website.

Amazon wish list
Monetary Donation

Since 2019. Sun Tran has collaborated with Emerge to gather essential donations for those fleeing domestic violence. Last year alone, the Stuff-the-Bus event raised $2,500 in cash donations and supplies!

To learn more about Emerge visit Emergecenter.org
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence call National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1−800−799−7233 or Emerge at 1-888-428-0101.

Sun Tran Continues 50th Anniversary Celebration, August 14!

Sun Tran is keeping the celebration rolling! Join us for the second event in our 50th Anniversary series as we thank the Tucson community for five decades of riding together. The celebration will take place on Thursday, August 14, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Tohono Transit Center (221 East Wetmore Road).
This fun-filled morning event will include:
  • Music from our Laos Transit Center Spotify playlist!
  • Fun transit-themed prizes
  • Refreshing cool water and soft drinks
  • Local community resource booths

As a special surprise, Sun Tran is also randomly placing goodie bags on buses. Lucky riders may find a little something extra for them as a token of appreciation!

And the celebration doesn’t stop there! Sun Tran will host one final 50th Anniversary event at the Ronstadt Transit Center on Friday, September 19, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Opened in 1994 on Tucson’s northwest side, the Tohono Transit Center was the first transit center built under ADA guidelines, enhancing accessibility for all riders. It is also the third and final transit center to be established in the city, making it a landmark in Tucson’s transit evolution.

Want to ride through transit history? Click the yellow button below to visit Sun Tran and Tucson’s transit history. You will find a timeline packed with historic photos, from horse-drawn streetcars of the 1800s to today’s electric fleet.

Tucson Transit history
Let’s celebrate 50 years of moving Tucson together!

For more information or trip planning assistance, visit Suntran.com, or call Customer Service at (520) 792-9222 (TDD 520-628-1565), or email suntraninfo@tucsonaz.gov.

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Sun Link Pop-Up Job Fair, September 21!

Sun Link is hosting a pop-up job fair on Saturday, September 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Fourth Avenue and Eighth Street.

A Sun Link Streetcar will be parked on Fourth Avenue and Eighth Street so attendees can walk through the streetcar, learn firsthand what it takes to operate a streetcar and find out how to be part of the team that keeps Tucson moving. Sun Link staff will be there to share information about the streetcar operator role, what qualifications applicants need, and the incredible benefits that come with the job.

Join Our Team!

Sun Link operators start at $19.69/hour, plus plenty of opportunities for overtime. Sun Link also offers great benefits that keep employees and their families happy and healthy.

Benefits include:

  • Health care, dental, and vision coverage for employee and dependents
  • Paid Holidays
  • Sick Leave
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Personal Time Off (PTO)
Interested applicants can email their resumes to Jeannette.haro@tucsonaz.gov.
Streetcar operator job posting
Application

For more information about this event visit Suntran.com or call Customer Service (520) 792-9222. For current career opportunities with Sun Link, visit Suntran.com/opportunities or call (520) 791-3333. https://www.suntran.com/fares-passes/

Labor Day Transit Schedules

Sun Tran, Sun Express, Sun Van, Sun On Demand, Sun Link, and Sun Shuttle will operate on a special holiday schedule in observance of Labor Day Monday, September 2, 2024. Riders are encouraged to plan their trips accordingly.

  • Sun Tran: Sunday schedule. Please remember that bus service to most routes ends before 9 p.m.
  • Sun Link: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Sun Van: Sunday Schedule (4:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.)
  • Sun On Demand: Sunday schedule (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
  • Sun Express and Sun Shuttle will not be in operation.
  • Sun Shuttle ADA Dial-a-Ride: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Regular service will resume on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.

Passengers can find schedule information and plan trips using the Sun Tran app, the Sun Tran website at Suntran.com, or call Customer Service at (520) 792-9222 (TDD: 520-628-1565).

Fall Transit Schedules Beginning August 18!

Sun Tran, Sun Express, Sun Link and Sun Shuttle are rolling out new schedules beginning Sunday, August 18.

The following Sun Tran and Sun Express routes will have schedule changes:

  • 2, 3, 10, 15, 17, 24, 26, 34, 50, 102X and 105X

Sun Link Streetcar has extended service until 2 a.m. from Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays beginning August 18 to December 22, 2024.

Sun Link Streetcar Winter Schedule

Sun Shuttle schedules are now part of the August Ride Guide! Riders can find Sun Shuttle schedules on page 90.

Schedule Changes

The following routes will have schedule changes:

  • 401, 412, 413, 421X, 430, 440, 450, 486

Extended Service Hours

  • Sahuarita/Green Valley Dial-a-Ride extended weekday service from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Ajo Dial-a-Ride extended weekday service from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Added Stops

The following routes have added stops:

421X

Route 412X added stops at:

  • Nogales Highway
  • Abrego Drive
  • Madera Market Place
  • Calle Arroyo

430

Route 430 added stops along Irvington:

Westbound

  • Liberty/ Utah
  • Liberty/ Nebraska
  • 12th Avenue/ Nebraska
  • 12th Avenue/ Wyoming
  • Irvington/ 15th Avenue
  • Irvington/ Landing Center
  • Irvington/ Midvale Park

Eastbound

  • Sheridan/ Idaho
  • Irvington/ Midvale Park
  • Irvington/ 15th Avenue
  • Irvington/ 11th Avenue

440

Route 440 added stops at:

Southbound

  • Liberty/ Utah
  • Liberty/ Nebraska
  • 12th Avenue/ Nebraska
  • 12th Avenue/ Canada Drive
  • 12th Avenue/ Drexel
  • 12th Avenue/ Calle Alvord
  • 12th Avenue/ Santa Rosa
  • 12th Avenue/ Santa Maria
  • Valencia/ 12th Avenue
  • Valencia/ Santa Clara (NW)
  • Valencia/ Midvale Medical Center
  • Valencia/ Oak Tree
  • Valencia/ Headley
  • Mission/ Valencia

Northbound

  • Valencia/ Headley
  • Valencia/ Indian Agency Road
  • Valencia/ Commerce Court
  • 12th Avenue/ Santa Maria
  • 12th Avenue/ Bilby
  • 12th Avenue/ Calle Alvord
  • 12th Avenue/ Drexel
  • 12th Avenue/ Canada Street
  • 12th Avenue/ Nebraska
  • 12th Avenue/ Wyoming
  • Irvington/ 11th Avenue

Marana/ Avra Valley Dial-a-Ride

Marana/ Avra DAR added stops at:

  • Arizona Pavilions
  • Tucson Premium Outlets
  • William Taft Abbott Sr. Library

Added Flag Zone

Route 440 added a flag zone from Little Nogales to San Xavier Health Center.

Need assistance with trip planning?

There are multiple ways to plan your trip:

  1. Call Customer Service (520) 792-9222 (TDD: 520-628-1565)
  2. Visit the website Suntran.com
  3. Download the bus tracker and trip planning Sun Tran app! Available in the App Store or Google Play.

Mikel Oglesby Named General Manager of Sun Tran, Sun Van & Sun Link

Sun Tran, Sun Van and Sun Link are pleased to announce the appointment of Mikel Oglesby as the new General Manager. Oglesby joins RATP Dev USA, bringing with him an impressive 30 years of experience in the transportation industry.

“I’m thrilled to join the team as we push forward with enhancing transit in the City of Tucson. My expertise in multimodal systems and zero-emissions fleets will be crucial as we work towards delivering a top-notch transit experience for our riders,” said Oglesby.

Oglesby began his transit career at the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), where he rose to the position of Assistant General Manager. He then moved to California as General Manager of Sunline Transit Agency, gaining national recognition for his leadership in alternative fuel technology, notably pioneering the first hydrogen-powered American Fuel Cell Bus.

Most recently, Oglesby served as Executive Director of Transit for the Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT), overseeing both DDOT and the Detroit People Mover (DPM). He significantly improved coordination with regional partners such as SMART and the Q Line, elevating Detroit’s transportation system.

Mikel’s extensive leadership experience across multiple agencies, including oversight of fixed-route and paratransit bus services, rail operations, financial planning, information systems, and government and community affairs, instills confidence that he will guide Sun Tran, Sun Van, and Sun Link toward success and growth in the City of Tucson.

Sun Tran Bus Grant Award, $11.38 Million!

The City of Tucson and Sun Tran celebrated on Wednesday, July 10 the recent $11.38 million bus grant from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA).

This funding from the FTA, will help Sun Tran to upgrade aging equipment and multiple bus stops. Select bus stops will have call boxes and information kiosks to allow riders to get assistance from Sun Tran Customer Service and emergency services when needed. Plus, all 2,200 bus stops will get new accessible signage through braille, large print, wayfinding and audible information. 

In addition to new signage, 80 bus stops will received new shelters. The new sheltered stops will also include green infrastructure such as native vegetation around the shelters.

Bus stops are not the only thing getting an upgrade. Sun Tran’s Northwest Bus Maintenance Facility will also receive two new bus lifts.

These improvements are a step toward making Tucson transit more accessible and equitable for all Tucsonans.

For more information about the Buses & Bus Facilities Grant click the button below
Buses & Bus fACILITIES GRANT

Fourth of July Transit Schedules 2025

If you are heading to the fireworks show this Fourth of July, let Sun Tran and Sun Link take you there safely. All public transit services will operate on Sunday schedules for Friday, July 4. Please plan ahead.

Here’s what to expect:

  • Sun Tran: Sunday schedule. Please note bus service to most routes end before 9 p.m.
  • Sun Van: Sunday schedule
  • Sun on Demand: Sunday schedule (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
  • Sun Express and Sun Shuttle will not be in operation.
  • Sun Shuttle ADA Dial-a-Ride: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • Sun Link: Sunday schedule 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., with extended service 30 minutes after the “A” Mountain firework celebration!

Customer Service will be available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the holiday

Call: (520) 792-9222 (TDD 628-1565)

Email: Suntraninfo@tucsonaz.gov

Your ride to the fireworks show!

Skip the driving and make it a celebration to remember! The Sun Link streetcar offers free and easy access to two of the best fireworks viewing locations:

  • Tucson Convention Center (TCC) – Deboard at Granada Avenue/Cushing Street
  • Mercado District – Deboard at Avenida Del Convento

To plan your trip, click the button below!

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