Fall River Bus Schedule: Routes, Times & Stops
Fall River’s local bus network is operated mainly by the Southeastern Regional Transit Authority (SRTA). The current Fall River timetable, effective August 30, 2026, includes local Routes 101–114 and Route 9 connecting Fall River with New Bedford.
Most local journeys connect through the Louis D. Pettine Transportation Center at 118 Fourth Street. Riders can travel toward South Main Street, North Main Street, Bristol Community College, Charlton Memorial Hospital, Walmart, Swansea and other neighborhoods. Regional services connect Fall River with Providence, Newport, Taunton and Brockton.
Use this guide to find the correct route, understand weekday and weekend schedules, compare fares, check live arrivals, avoid closed stops and plan accessible connections.
Where Can I Find the Fall River Bus Schedule?
The most reliable source is the official SRTA Fall River schedules directory. Open its entry titled “Fall River Schedules – Effective August 30, 2026”, choose your route number and download or view the timetable for your direction.
Fall River Bus Schedule Guide
Fall River SRTA Bus Routes: Complete 2026 List
SRTA’s August 30, 2026 schedule directory lists the following Fall River routes. The destination column identifies the main corridor or endpoint used for route selection; not every trip serves every optional stop or branch.
| Route | Route name | Main destination or corridor | Useful for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Fall River–New Bedford | New Bedford; selected trips via UMass Dartmouth | Intercity travel, work and campus connections |
| 101 | South Main | South Main Street, Globe Street, Shove Street | Southern Fall River neighborhoods and local shopping |
| 102 | North Main | North Main Street, Shaw’s, Four Winds | Northern Fall River and shopping connections |
| 103 | Laurel Street | Laurel Street and the Ocean State Job Lot area | Residential trips south and east of downtown |
| 104 | Robeson Street | Robeson Street and Catholic Memorial Home | Healthcare and Robeson Street destinations |
| 105 | Stafford Road | Stafford Road and Southcoast Marketplace | Retail and southeastern neighborhoods |
| 107 | Bay Street | Bay Street and Bay Street Turnaround | Waterfront-side neighborhoods and local workplaces |
| 108 | Bristol Community College | BCC, Highland Avenue and associated stops | College, hospital and school-area travel |
| 109 | Bedford Street | Bedford Street and County/Pleasant Street area | Eastern neighborhoods and local errands |
| 110 | Rodman Street | Rodman Street and Fall River Walmart | Shopping, Rodman Street and nearby neighborhoods |
| 114 | Swansea | Swansea shopping and municipal-area stops | Travel between Fall River and Swansea |
How to Open a Specific SRTA Route
- Open Fall River’s August 30, 2026 schedules.
- Find the required route number from the list above.
- Open its individual timetable or one-page system schedule.
- Check weekday, weekend and holiday service sections.
- Find the outbound or inbound direction.
- Identify the closest timetable stop or published timepoint.
- Read any symbols for school trips, express service or limited stops.
- Check SRTA service notices before leaving.
How Fall River’s Bus Network Connects
The Louis D. Pettine Transportation Center is the main transfer hub. Think of the network as several neighborhood corridors feeding into a central terminal, plus separate connections to other cities.
104 Robeson
108 Bristol CC
103 Laurel
105 Stafford
110 Rodman
114 Swansea
9 New Bedford
24L Rhode Island
Schematic network overview only. It does not show exact street alignment, bus stop locations or route direction. Some routes have branches, detours and time-limited stops.
Fall River Bus Times: Weekday, Weekend and Holiday Service
SRTA schedules depend on the route. A citywide timetable does not mean every bus begins at the same time. Many local routes operate from around 6 AM into the evening; several corridors have approximately 30-minute service, while others are hourly or have trip-specific exceptions.
Selected Schedule Patterns Worth Knowing
| Route | Typical pattern | Practical interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| 101 South Main | Approximately 30-minute local service on published regular trips | Useful for short city journeys, but confirm evening and weekend departures. |
| 102 North Main | Half-hourly published inbound timepoint pattern in SRTA’s March 2026 service notice | Four Winds, North Main/Shaw’s and terminal have different timepoint minutes. |
| 108 Bristol CC | Frequent weekday service with reduced weekend frequency in published route schedules | Check class-day and school-trip notes separately. |
| 9 Intercity | Regular via-UMass and express journey patterns | Express buses skip major intermediate stops; not all trips serve the college. |
| 114 Swansea | Less frequent than the main half-hourly local corridors | Plan the return departure before going shopping. |
Route 102: A Useful Official Timepoint Example
SRTA’s March 22, 2026 service notice explained a specific inbound Route 102 North Main pattern. It is a helpful example of why a bus’s terminal time differs from its neighborhood departure:
6:00 AM
6:04 AM
6:29 AM
Illustrates a published March 2026 weekday timepoint pattern, not a fresh November live prediction. Check the August 30 schedule for your actual trip.
SRTA’s notice also identifies an early inbound exception starting at Amazon at 5:55 AM. That exception is important because you should not assume every Route 102 trip starts at Four Winds.
Read the official Route 102 service-change explanation.
Sunday and Holiday Travel
Fall River has expanded weekend service, but the exact Sunday and holiday operation still depends on the route and the active timetable. Do not assume every Saturday trip also runs on Sunday, or that a holiday uses normal weekday times. Verify the individual route’s service-day legend and the latest SRTA rider notices.
Fall River Bus Terminal: Address, Boarding and Parking
The main SRTA terminal is the Louis D. Pettine Transportation Center, located at:
Saturday: 6:45 AM–6:00 PM
Check current hours before visiting on Sunday or a holiday.
How to Board at the Terminal
- Enter the transit center from the appropriate Fourth Street access point.
- Look for signs identifying SRTA, RIPTA, Gateway Link or intercity carriers.
- Confirm the full route number and destination.
- Check the designated boarding bay or any temporary curbside boarding notice.
- Prepare the correct fare media.
- Stand in the designated waiting area until boarding is permitted.
- Ask the driver to confirm your destination if you are uncertain.
Parking at the Fall River Terminal
SRTA’s official parking page describes a lower-level parking garage with its entrance on Fifth Street and exit on Fourth Street. It lists a rate of $2 per hour or $10 per day, but also marks the garage as temporarily closed. Do not plan to park there without confirming that the garage has reopened.
SRTA Route 9 Bus: Fall River–New Bedford Schedule
Route 9 is the main SRTA intercity connection between Fall River and New Bedford. It has regular trips and express trips, and the distinction can save substantial travel time.
How the Two Route 9 Patterns Differ
Regular-service schematic only. Express trips bypass some intermediate locations and do not necessarily use the same stops. The time estimates describe published route patterns, not live travel-time guarantees.
Which Route 9 Trip Should You Take?
Traveling only between the two city terminals? An express trip can be the faster choice. Going to UMass Dartmouth or Dartmouth Mall? Choose a regular trip that explicitly serves your stop. An express bus that skips the campus will not be useful simply because it reaches New Bedford sooner.
How to Find Today’s Route 9 Departure
- Open the current Fall River schedule page.
- Select Route 9 Intercity.
- Choose Fall River to New Bedford or New Bedford to Fall River.
- Look for express-service symbols and destination columns.
- Confirm whether UMass Dartmouth or Dartmouth Mall is served.
- Check the actual departure and destination timepoints.
- Review SRTA’s latest trip cancellations before boarding.
Open the current official SRTA Route 9 timetable.
Fall River Bus to Bristol Community College and Hospitals
Route 108 is the named Bristol Community College route in SRTA’s Fall River directory. Its stop pattern is especially important for students, hospital visitors and riders making timed appointments.
Arriving for a Class or Medical Appointment
Choose a scheduled bus that arrives early enough to walk from the bus stop to the correct building entrance. For unfamiliar hospital and college destinations, a 10–15 minute walking or transfer allowance is a sensible planning buffer, not a guaranteed operating time.
Check school-trip symbols carefully. Some buses make school-related diversions or operate only on school days, while normal routes continue under their published service pattern.
Fall River SRTA Bus Fare: Cash, CharlieCard and Passes
SRTA publishes a regular local cash fare of $1.50 and a regular CharlieCard fare of $1.25. Discounted fares and passes are available to eligible passengers.
Fare Comparison
SRTA Pass Prices
| Fare product | Published price | Best use |
|---|---|---|
| All-day pass | $3.00 | Multiple local rides during one day |
| Weekly pass | $10.00 | Regular travel over a week |
| 10-ride pass | $14.00 | Occasional repeated trips |
| 31-day pass | $30.00 | Frequent monthly travel |
| 31-day senior/disabled/school pass | $20.00 | Eligible riders |
| Children under six | Free | Within SRTA’s child-accompaniment rules |
| Children ages 6–11 | $0.75 | Published child fare |
SRTA allows up to two children aged five or younger to ride free with each paying adult. Discount eligibility and fare-product restrictions should be reviewed before purchase.
Transfers: Cash vs CharlieCard
Check the full official SRTA fares and pass price list.
How to Buy or Load Fare Media
- Open SRTA’s fares page.
- Compare cash, CharlieCard, day and monthly products.
- Check eligibility if purchasing a reduced-fare product.
- Use an official terminal, ticket vending machine or ticket agent where available.
- Keep your card or ticket ready before boarding.
- Ask SRTA customer service before buying a pass if your trip uses another agency.
For cash boarding, have the exact amount ready. SRTA states that the driver does not make change.
SRTA Bustracker: Check Live Fall River Bus Arrivals
SRTA offers the SRTA Bustracker mobile app for fixed-route bus schedules, vehicle locations, stops, favorite routes and service notifications. The app was updated in August 2026 on Google Play.
Use SRTA Bustracker from Google Play, then locate your Fall River route and stop.
Open SRTA Bustracker on Google PlayOpen the official SRTA Bustracker listing in Apple’s App Store.
Open SRTA Bustracker for iOSSRTA’s Bustracker also offers favorite-route and notification features, which can be useful for commuters using the same stop each weekday.
Fall River to Providence, Newport, Taunton and Brockton
Fall River is a transfer point for several regional services. These do not all use SRTA’s $1.50 local fare or its local timetable.
RIPTA Route 24L: Providence, Fall River and Newport
RIPTA Route 24L serves the Pettine Transportation Center on a limited-stop connection between Providence and Newport. The timetable effective January 17, 2026 lists three morning and three afternoon trips in each direction on weekdays, with no Saturday, Sunday or holiday service.
Published weekday Route 24L examples include a 6:36 AM departure from Fall River toward Providence arriving at Kennedy Plaza at 7:04 AM. These are scheduled timepoints from the January 2026 RIPTA timetable, not a live prediction.
If you are traveling between Fall River and Rhode Island, our RIPTA bus schedule guide for Providence, Newport and Route 24L explains the wider network, fare rules, transfers and official route checking process.
Open the official RIPTA Route 24L page and check its PDF, service day and current alerts. Use the $4 Route 24L fare information rather than assuming the normal RIPTA local fare applies.
Gateway Link: Fall River, Taunton and Brockton
GATRA’s Gateway Link connects the Fall River terminal with Bristol Community College, Taunton, Stonehill/Belmont, Brockton VA Medical Center and BAT Centre.
GATRA’s published schedule includes a trip leaving Fall River at 7:00 AM, reaching Bristol CC at 7:16 AM, Taunton at 8:00 AM and BAT Centre at 9:00 AM. This is a posted schedule example; check current operation and the complete itinerary before relying on it.
The program began in August 2025 and was described as free when introduced. Because that initial pricing statement may have changed, confirm the present fare with GATRA before traveling.
View the Gateway Link official timetable and multilingual PDFs.
For riders transferring at BAT Centre or continuing onto Brockton-area local buses, the BAT bus schedule, route and live-tracking guide explains the connecting transit network and boarding process.
Fall River Bus Schedule and MBTA Commuter Rail Connections
Fall River also has MBTA Commuter Rail service on the Fall River/New Bedford Line. The rail service is separate from SRTA city buses and uses its own stations, fares, operating times and accessibility information.
Local and regional bus transfer point.
Do not confuse the rail platform with the Downtown Fall River bus terminal.
Fall River to Boston: What to Check
- Open the MBTA Fall River/New Bedford Line schedule.
- Select Fall River Depot as your boarding station.
- Choose inbound toward Boston South Station.
- Check the service date and train departure.
- Plan the journey from your SRTA bus stop to the correct rail station.
- Verify the walking or local bus connection and any accessibility requirements.
- Allow extra time because the bus and train are separately scheduled services.
For rail-related trip planning and official MBTA tools, read our MBTA transit schedule and live-arrival guide, which explains the wider Boston transit network, routes and fare-payment methods.
Open the official Fall River/New Bedford Commuter Rail schedule.
How to Find the Nearest Fall River Bus Stop
A destination such as Walmart, Bristol Community College, Charlton Memorial Hospital or Southcoast Marketplace may have several nearby stops. The most useful map is the one that matches your route, direction and boarding side.
- Open SRTA’s routes and schedule page.
- Choose the Fall River service area.
- Open the route map for your bus.
- Locate the closest stop to your actual destination.
- Check whether it is served in the required direction.
- Open Google Maps.
- Enter the origin and destination.
- Select the public transit option.
- Inspect the boarding stop and walking path.
- Compare the suggested trip with current SRTA alerts.
Our Google Maps transit directions and stop-finding walkthrough explains how to check walking connections, departure times, route alternatives and the difference between scheduled and live bus information.
Fall River Wheelchair-Accessible Buses and Demand Response
SRTA states that its fixed-route buses are wheelchair accessible. Passengers should still check whether the selected stop has suitable curb and sidewalk access and whether a detour has changed the usual boarding point.
SRTA Demand Response: Fares and Booking
SRTA lists reservation booking hours from 8 AM to 4 PM, seven days per week. Trips must be scheduled by 4 PM on the preceding day, with advance reservation requirements and eligibility rules.
For service outside the standard fixed-route corridor, SRTA lists a premium fare supplement under its demand-response fare rules.
How to Arrange Accessible Transportation
- Open SRTA Demand Response.
- Read the eligibility requirements and informational guide.
- Contact SRTA if registration or certification is required.
- Have your pickup location, destination and travel date ready.
- Call the booking number before the reservation deadline.
- Confirm the pickup window and any mobility-equipment requirements.
- Check the cancellation and return-trip instructions.
Fall River SRTA Service Alerts: Check Before Leaving
SRTA publishes route-specific service disruptions and detours. These matter because a bus can still have a published timetable even when particular trips are canceled or a normal stop is temporarily bypassed.
Recent Example: November 2, 2026 Route 110 Detour
SRTA published a dated Route 110 Rodman Street detour for Monday, November 2, 2026, involving Brayton Avenue, Reeves Street, Warren Avenue and Quequechan Street. The notice distinguishes outbound and inbound detour instructions.
This example illustrates why route direction matters during a detour. It is not confirmation that the November 2 routing remains active on November 3.
How to Check a Same-Day SRTA Disruption
- Open the SRTA service notice directory.
- Find the latest notice for your date.
- Read the Fall River section, not only New Bedford.
- Match the bus number and scheduled trip time.
- Check whether the notice says outbound, inbound or both.
- Open the official detours page if the route is rerouted.
- Confirm any replacement boarding location before leaving.
For major winter weather, SRTA advises checking its official announcements and local broadcast information rather than relying on an old printed timetable.
Practical Tips for Traveling Around Fall River
Walmart, Southcoast Marketplace and Swansea shopping destinations may be served by less frequent trips than the main downtown corridors. Check the final return departure before leaving the terminal.
Medical campuses may have several entrances. Confirm which street or stop leads to your appointment building rather than assuming the first nearby bus stop is the correct one.
The intercity express trip may skip UMass Dartmouth and Dartmouth Mall. Read the trip’s express-service indicator before boarding.
Fall River bus terminal and MBTA Fall River Depot serve different modes of transportation. A timed connection requires checking the exact departure location of both services.
Look for school-day-only symbols and route variations, especially around Bristol Community College and local school dismissal times.
Save the official timetable, stop details and customer-service number. Real-time apps can be temporarily unavailable or show only scheduled information.
SRTA Fall River Contact Information
New Bedford, MA 02740
Fall River, MA
Booking hours: 8 AM–4 PM
What to Tell SRTA When Reporting a Bus Problem
- Route number and name
- Travel date and time
- Outbound or inbound direction
- Boarding stop or terminal location
- Destination or expected exit stop
- Description of the problem or missing item
Fall River Bus Boarding Checklist
- Identify SRTA, RIPTA, Gateway Link or another operator.
- Select the correct route number.
- Confirm the final destination on the bus.
- Choose weekday, Saturday, Sunday or holiday service.
- Read the current schedule’s effective date.
- Check your exact boarding stop.
- Check whether your trip is express or local.
- Review the correct fare and transfer policy.
- Check live arrivals and SRTA service notices.
- Arrive several minutes before departure.
- Verify wheelchair or mobility access if needed.
- Check your last return trip.
Fall River Bus Schedule: Official Websites and Documents
These links provide the underlying operating information. Use the specific resource that matches your journey rather than relying on one general transit-directory page.
SRTA schedules effective August 30, 2026, including Routes 9 and 101–114.
Open current Fall River route schedulesCash, CharlieCard, reduced fares, transfer rules, day passes and monthly products.
Open SRTA faresCheck same-day trip cancellations, timetable changes and service disruption reports.
Open service noticesRoute-by-route street changes, construction diversions and temporary boarding adjustments.
Open official detoursAgency-endorsed app for fixed-route vehicle tracking, stop information and arrival notifications.
Read SRTA Bustracker instructionsFall River, Providence and Newport limited-stop weekday service.
View RIPTA 24L routeFall River, Bristol Community College, Taunton and Brockton schedules with multilingual downloadable guides.
View Gateway Link serviceEligibility, reservations, accessible service, booking rules and published fares.
Open Demand Response informationGarage access, parking rates, closures and current published facility information.
Check terminal parking statusFall River/New Bedford Line schedules, station information and rail service alerts.
Check Fall River Commuter RailIndependent-site disclosure: BusSchedule.us is not SRTA, RIPTA, GATRA, BAT or MBTA. This guide does not operate transit vehicles, control live-arrival data, approve reduced fares, sell official tickets or guarantee departure times.
Fall River Bus Schedule FAQs
1. Where can I find the Fall River bus schedule?
Open SRTA’s Fall River route schedule directory and select the schedules effective August 30, 2026. Choose the route number, direction and weekday or weekend timetable. The SRTA Bustracker app provides additional stop and arrival information.
2. Which bus company operates in Fall River, Massachusetts?
The Southeastern Regional Transit Authority (SRTA) operates the main local Fall River fixed-route network. Other regional services include RIPTA Route 24L, GATRA Gateway Link and private intercity operators.
3. How much is the Fall River SRTA bus fare?
SRTA publishes a regular local cash fare of $1.50 and a regular CharlieCard fare of $1.25. Qualifying reduced cash fares are $0.75 and reduced CharlieCard fares are $0.60. Regional services can charge different fares.
4. What time do Fall River buses start and stop?
Many local SRTA services begin around 6 AM and run into the evening, but first and last trips vary by route, direction and service day. Use the current official route timetable instead of assuming one operating span applies to all buses.
5. Do Fall River SRTA buses run on Sundays?
SRTA publishes weekend service for Fall River routes, but Sunday and holiday operating patterns depend on the specific route. Check the current timetable’s service-day legend and official notices before traveling.
6. Where is the Fall River bus terminal?
The Louis D. Pettine Transportation Center is located at 118 Fourth Street in Fall River, Massachusetts. It is a major transfer hub for SRTA and regional buses. Confirm current boarding bays and temporary curbside changes before travel.
7. Which bus goes from Fall River to New Bedford?
SRTA Route 9 connects Fall River and New Bedford. Selected express journeys take approximately 25 minutes between the terminals, while regular intercity trips serving locations such as UMass Dartmouth take longer. Check the trip’s express or regular pattern before boarding.
8. Which Fall River bus goes to Bristol Community College?
SRTA Route 108 is the named Bristol Community College route. The GATRA Gateway Link also includes a BCC Fall River stop. Check the operator, direction, stop location and current schedule before travel.
9. How do I track a Fall River bus live?
Use the SRTA Bustracker app. Select your route and stop, review available bus positions or arrival predictions and check current service alerts. Real-time predictions may change or become temporarily unavailable.
10. Are Fall River buses wheelchair accessible?
SRTA states that all its fixed-route buses are wheelchair accessible. Riders should also verify boarding-stop access and temporary detours. Eligible passengers who cannot use normal fixed routes may qualify for the separately booked SRTA Demand Response program.