Red Rock Corridor Commission embarks on “Vision Refresh”
In 2016, the Red Rock Corridor Commission adopted an Implementation Plan that outlined steps to implement bus rapid transit in the corridor. Since that plan was developed, the COVID-19 pandemic and other developments have changed what residents and employers in this corridor need from their transportation system. In 2023, the Red Rock Corridor Commission is […]
Minneapolis Service Coming to Newport Transit Station
Limited Route 365 service rerouted Beginning Aug. 21, three selected Route 365 trips to Minneapolis during peak commute times will be rerouted. A recent survey of Route 365 riders asked if they would use the Newport Transit Station if the facility was served by Route 365. As a result of this survey, limited Route 365 […]
Red Rock Corridor Small Area Plan Work Begins
On April 11, 2017, the Washington County Regional Railroad Authority passed a resolution of support for the findings of the recently completed Red Rock Corridor Implementation Plan. Washington County was the last Red Rock Corridor Commission member to act in support for the findings of the Implementation Plan. One of the recommendations from the Implementation […]
Red Rock Commission Approves Implementation Plan for Public Commment
The Red Rock Corridor is a proposed 30-mile transitway running along Highway 61 and Interstate 94 to better connect the southeastern metro to St. Paul. A previous study identified a preferred route for bus rapid transit service along Highway 61 between Hastings and Union Depot in St. Paul. Bus Rapid Transit is an all-day transit […]
Express bus service to downtown St. Paul from Newport Transit Station
Express bus service between the Newport Transit Station and downtown St. Paul will began on Monday, Dec. 1. The Newport Transit Station is located on Maxwell Ave., in the southwest corner of Interstate 494 and Highway 61. The transit station features a climate-controlled waiting area and 150 free parking spaces for commuters. Route 364 will […]
4 open houses this week preview Red Rock commuter rail line
Four stations are planned for the 30-mile Red Rock commuter rail line from Hastings to St. Paul and Minneapolis, and beginning tonight, the public will have a chance to learn more about those plans in a series of four open houses. The stations are tentatively slated for downtown Hastings, one of two potential sites in […]
Recent News Posts
- A New Vision for the Red Rock Corridor
- Red Rock Corridor Commission embarks on "Vision Refresh"
- Over 15,000 rides from Newport Transit Station to Minnesota State Fair
- Newport Transit Station to be 2017 State Fair park and ride
- Minneapolis Service Coming to Newport Transit Station
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