December 10, 2025 Providence, Rhode Island - The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) has once again received the Government Finance Officers Association’s (GFOA) Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its FY 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its FY 2025-2030 Annual Financial Plan.

  December 4, 2025 The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) and Representative Thomas E. Noret will host “How to Ride RIPTA” community transportation events on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at two West Warwick Housing Authority locations. The events are designed to provide residents with information on public transit options, resources, and services available in the community.

  December 25, 2025 In observance of Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will operate all fixed-route bus service on a Sunday/Holiday schedule on Thursday, December 25, 2025, and Thursday, January 1, 2026.

  November 11, 2025 - Free Bus Service for All Local Veterans on Veterans Day and to WaterFire - A Salute to Veterans

  November 27, 2025 RIPTA Offices Will Be Closed on Thursday, November 27 Providence, Rhode Island — The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will operate all fixed-route services on a Sunday/Holiday schedule on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in observance of Thanksgiving Day, an official state holiday. RIPTA Offices All RIPTA offices will be closed on the Thanksgiving holiday

🗓️ January 12, 2021 - The Quonset Express Will Now Service Compass Circle in the Western Portion of the North Kingstown Business Park The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will implement winter service changes effective Saturday, January 16, 2021. RIPTA makes regular service adjustments three times a year in response to seasonal changes and/or passenger use.

🗓️ January 14, 2021 - Barriers help create a secure space for drivers and also help prevent the spread of COVID-19 The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) announced today that it has almost finished installing new protective barriers on its buses. The barriers, located next to the driver’s seat, are intended to provide protection against possible assaults on drivers