The countdown is on – DART will begin running all new bus routes on June 14, 2026. We’re replacing our current routes with ten main bus routes that run more often, 7 days a week, on the busiest streets of the Des Moines metro.

What you can expect:  

• Less time waiting for a bus 

• Better weekend service 

• Faster connections 

We’re also making changes to:  

• Hours services run 

• Bus stop signs and locations 

• DART On Demand – New zones begin in September! 

See the map of the new network and explore the changes coming here. Schedules for each new route will be available by May 1.
 

We'll Help You Get Ready

We know this is a big change. We’re committed to helping you learn the new bus routes and plan your trips before June 14.  

Join an upcoming open house to speak with a DART staff member and get help learning where to go and when you can catch the bus. We will have snacks and printed materials for you to take home.  

There’s no formal presentation, so you can stop by any time during the event! 

DART On Demand Riders: Watch for opportunities in early September to meet with DART staff to learn about this service.

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Learn My Route: DART Open Houses 

May 1 | 2 – 4 p.m., Des Moines Central Library 

May 5 | 5 – 7 p.m., Des Moines North Side Library 

May 6 | 5 - 7 p.m., Des Moines Franklin Library 

May 7 | 1 - 3 p.m., DART Central Station (ASL interpretation available) 

May 11 | 1 – 3 p.m., Des Moines Forest Avenue Library (Asistencia en español disponible) 

May 14 | 5 – 7 p.m., Des Moines South Side Library 

May 19 | 5 – 7 p.m., Des Moines East Side Library 

May 27 | 4 – 6 p.m., Urbandale Public Library 

May 28 | 6 – 8 p.m., Johnston Public Library 

June 3 | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Ankeny Public Library 

June 4 | 5 – 7 p.m., West Des Moines Public Library 

June 6 | 12 –2 p.m., DART Central Station 

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We will make every effort to support with language, hearing and visual needs. For help, please call DART Customer Service at 515-283-8100 at least 72 hours before an open house.