Plan a Green Mountain Transit Trip: Current GMT Routes, Times, Stops and Fares
Green Mountain Transit serves Burlington-area local routes plus the Franklin County Commuter and Montpelier LINK Express. The current network changed on June 29, 2026, so an older GMT timetable or Washington County route page can send you to the wrong service.
Use this guide to identify the correct route, understand weekday and Sunday patterns, locate Downtown Transit Center boarding areas, compare fares, read timetable symbols, plan a commuter trip, and know when another Vermont transit agency now operates the service.
Start With the Current GMT Network, Not an Old Search Result
Green Mountain Transit’s current schedule directory lists Burlington-area local routes, two Sunday circulators, the Franklin County Commuter and the Montpelier LINK Express.
GMT Rider Guide
Green Mountain Transit Routes Listed for the Current Network
The route cards below reflect GMT’s current schedule directory as reviewed August 12, 2026. They are grouped by the service riders actually need rather than by historical GMT coverage.
Route 1 — Williston
Connects Burlington with University Heights, South Burlington and Williston-area destinations.
Official Route 1 ScheduleRoute 2 — Essex Junction
Serves Burlington, UVM Medical Center, Winooski, Saint Michael’s College, Fort Ethan Allen and Essex Junction.
Official Route 2 ScheduleRoute 4 — Essex Center
Current GMT schedules continue to list Route 4, serving Essex-area points including Essex Experience and Essex Center.
Official Route 4 ScheduleRoute 5 — Pine Street
The June 2026 schedule extends Route 5 along Champlain Parkway to Lakeside Avenue and changes downtown-bound stop locations south of Lakeside.
Official Route 5 ScheduleRoute 6 — Shelburne Road
Serves the Shelburne Road corridor with destinations including Allen Road and Shelburne-area stops.
Official Route 6 ScheduleRoute 7 — North Avenue
Connects downtown Burlington with North Avenue destinations such as the Ethan Allen Shopping Center and Northgate area.
Official Route 7 ScheduleRoute 8 — City Loop
A Burlington loop connecting Downtown Transit Center with North Street, Fern Hill, McAuley Square and UVM-area destinations.
Official Route 8 ScheduleRoute 9 — Winooski
Connects Downtown Burlington and Winooski-area destinations, including the Champlain Mill area.
Official Route 9 ScheduleRoute 11 — City Connector
Links Downtown Burlington with University Heights, South Burlington City Center and the Kennedy Drive corridor.
Official Route 11 ScheduleRoute 756 — South End Circulator
Sunday circulator serving the South End and providing Sunday coverage for destinations normally reached through Routes 5 and 6.
Official Route 756 ScheduleRoute 778 — North End Circulator
Sunday service for North End destinations, including areas otherwise associated with Routes 7 and 8.
Official Route 778 ScheduleRoute 96 — Franklin County Commuter
Weekday commuter service between Burlington and Saint Albans with park-and-ride, transfer and request-stop points.
Official Route 96 ScheduleRoute 86 — Montpelier LINK Express
Weekday express service between Burlington and Montpelier with Richmond, Waterbury and other commuter stops depending on the trip.
Official Route 86 ScheduleWhat Changed in the Current GMT Bus Map & Guide?
The June 2026 update is not merely a redesigned map. It changes frequencies, several timepoints, Route 5 routing and the Montpelier LINK schedule.
How the Current GMT Route Families Fit Together
This SVG is an explanatory network diagram, not a geographic map. It helps riders understand the role of Downtown Burlington, local corridors, Sunday circulators and longer commuter services.
GMT Bus Times: What “Frequency” Actually Means
GMT schedules are timepoint-based. A route can be frequent during the daytime and much less frequent early in the morning, evenings, weekends or on a Sunday circulator.
Selected Current Schedule Anchors
| Route | Example Published Pattern | Useful Planning Point |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Williston | Current schedule begins with early-morning Burlington departures and provides regular daytime local service. | Use the exact timepoint for University Heights, South Burlington or Williston rather than estimating from downtown. |
| 2 Essex Junction | 30-minute summer weekday frequency from 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. | Some listed trips coordinate with the Amtrak Vermonter; read the asterisk note. |
| 5 Pine Street | Regular local service with newly extended Champlain Parkway routing. | Verify the side of Pine Street after the June 29 routing change. |
| 8 City Loop | Hourly departures through much of its weekday and Saturday schedule. | Sunday North End travel shifts to Route 778. |
| 11 City Connector | Weekday service connecting downtown, University Heights and South Burlington. | Check the current schedule because GMT adjusted Route 11 timepoints for reliability. |
| 96 Franklin County | Five weekday scheduled departures in each direction in the current timetable. | Several stops are request stops rather than guaranteed timepoints. |
| 86 Montpelier LINK | Seven weekday departures in each direction. | AM and PM Burlington trips use different Pearl Street boarding spots. |
Where Do GMT Buses Board at the Downtown Transit Center?
The Downtown Transit Center at 100 Cherry Street is the main Burlington transfer hub. Route schedules identify lettered or numbered boarding spots; verify the posted sign before boarding because operational assignments can change.
Route 86 Montpelier LINK and Route 96 Franklin County Commuter
These routes are fundamentally different from a local Burlington bus. They use fewer departures, park-and-ride locations and timetable symbols that matter when planning work or medical trips.
Burlington → Montpelier DTC departures: 6:20 a.m., 6:50 a.m., 7:30 a.m., 3:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 4:45 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Montpelier → Burlington departures: 6:30 a.m., 7:30 a.m., 8:00 a.m., 8:45 a.m., 4:25 p.m., 5:15 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Individual trips may serve Williston Park & Ride, Richmond Park & Ride, Waterbury, Department of Labor, National Life and UVM Medical Center differently.
Open Current Route 86 TimetableBurlington → Saint Albans DTC departures: 5:10 a.m., 6:10 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
The route serves stops such as Winooski Falls, Milton Town Office Park & Ride, Georgia Park & Ride and Saint Albans Park & Ride. Some trips also serve UVM Medical Center and Northwestern Medical Center.
Stops marked R are request stops; do not expect every trip to stop automatically.
Open Current Route 96 TimetableRoute 86 Major Corridor
Downtown Transit Center
Selected Park & Ride trips
Park & Ride
Selected trip stops
Selected trips
Selected trips
Transit Center
Sunday GMT Service Uses Different Route Numbers in Key Burlington Corridors
One of the easiest GMT mistakes is searching for a weekday route number on Sunday. In the South End and North End, Sunday circulators take over important coverage.
South End: Route 756
The South End Circulator runs on Sunday and covers destinations associated with the Route 5 Pine Street and Route 6 Shelburne Road corridors.
Published Downtown Transit Center departures include morning through early-evening trips spaced about 90 minutes apart.
Check Route 756 Sunday TimesNorth End: Route 778
The North End Circulator provides Sunday service to destinations including Ethan Allen Shopping Center and Northgate-area stops.
It functions as the important Sunday alternative for parts of the Route 7 North Avenue and Route 8 City Loop service area.
Check Route 778 Sunday TimesGMT Bus Fares, Discount Fares and Fare Capping
GMT charges fares on local, commuter and LINK Express routes. Shopping Specials remain fare-free. How you pay matters because fare capping does not currently apply to every payment method.
How to Read a GMT Timetable Without Choosing the Wrong Trip
The timetable headings, symbols and dashes matter. Commuter schedules in particular should not be read as though every bus stops everywhere.
How to Plan a GMT Trip From Address to Bus Stop
GMT Accessibility, Wheelchairs and ADA Paratransit
GMT fixed-route buses are designed to accommodate riders with mobility needs, and GMT describes its buses as equipped with ramps or lifts and capable of kneeling for easier boarding.
Taking a Bicycle on a GMT Bus
GMT states that bike racks are available on all buses at no extra cost on a first-come, first-served basis. The rack has strict size and weight limits.
Days When Regular GMT Bus Service Does Not Operate
GMT publishes six holidays with no bus service. Administrative offices are also closed on these dates.
Looking for an Old GMT Montpelier, Barre or Washington County Route?
Beginning July 1, 2026, local public transportation services in Washington County transitioned from Green Mountain Transit to Tri-Valley Transit.
The change is especially important for search results because historical GMT pages can remain indexed even after operational responsibility changes.
GMT June 2026 Bus Map & Guide
Use the Live GMT Schedule Page for the Current Full Guide
GMT’s current schedule directory links the June 2026 Bus Map & Guide and route-specific timetable pages. The June guide became effective June 29, 2026.
This page intentionally does not hard-code an unverified media-library attachment URL. Linking through GMT’s current schedule page reduces the risk of embedding an old PDF after a future service change.
GMT Phone Numbers, Transit Center Hours and Lost & Found
Burlington, VT 05401
802-540-2468
Monday–Friday: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Burlington, VT 05401
802-540-1703
Monday–Friday: 8:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
Window closes at 5:00 p.m.
Lobby remains open later on published weekdays.
Vermont Relay Service: 711
Map is for location and directions to the Downtown Transit Center; it is not a GMT system map.
Before You Leave for a GMT Bus
- Confirm the route is still operated by GMT.
- Use the June 29, 2026 or newer schedule.
- Choose weekday, Saturday or Sunday service.
- Check the bus destination sign.
- Confirm your Downtown Transit Center boarding spot.
- Read P, T, R and asterisk footnotes.
- Check whether your stop is a request stop.
- Open current service alerts.
- Prepare $2 regular fare or your Ride Ready payment.
- Allow extra time for commuter or rail connections.
Common GMT Schedule Problems and What to Do
Official Sources Used for This GMT Bus Schedule Guide
Editorial verification: August 12, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions About the GMT Bus Schedule
What does GMT stand for in Vermont bus schedules?
GMT refers to Green Mountain Transit, the public transit agency operating the current Burlington-area local network, Route 96 Franklin County Commuter and Route 86 Montpelier LINK Express.
What is the current GMT bus schedule date?
The current Bus Map & Guide reviewed for this article took effect June 29, 2026. Always reopen GMT’s schedules page because a later service update can replace it.
How much is a regular GMT bus ride?
The current regular single fare is $2.00. Discounted single fare is $1.00 for eligible riders.
Does GMT have a daily pass?
GMT uses fare capping with the Ride Ready app or smart card. The current regular daily cap is $4 and the discounted daily cap is $2.
Do cash fares count toward GMT fare capping?
No. GMT states that cash payments do not count toward fare caps. Open contactless bank-card or mobile-wallet payments also do not currently cap.
Which GMT routes run every 30 minutes in summer 2026?
Routes 2 Essex Junction, 6 Shelburne Road and 7 North Avenue are scheduled every 30 minutes from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on weekdays during the summer schedule.
What happened to GMT Washington County routes?
Beginning July 1, 2026, Washington County local public transportation transitioned from GMT to Tri-Valley Transit. GMT continues to operate Route 86 Montpelier LINK Express.
Does GMT run from Burlington to Montpelier?
Yes. Route 86 Montpelier LINK Express operates weekday trips between Burlington and Montpelier with selected intermediate commuter stops.
Does GMT run from Burlington to Saint Albans?
Yes. Route 96 Franklin County Commuter provides weekday service between Burlington and Saint Albans.
What GMT bus should I use on Sunday in Burlington?
It depends on the destination. Route 756 South End Circulator and Route 778 North End Circulator provide important Sunday coverage in areas served by different route numbers on weekdays.
Can I bring a bicycle on a GMT bus?
Yes, subject to rack space and GMT’s size restrictions. Bus racks hold up to two qualifying bicycles and have a published maximum weight of 55 pounds per bike.
Where is the GMT Downtown Transit Center?
The Downtown Transit Center is at 100 Cherry Street in Burlington, Vermont 05401.
What should I do if I leave something on a GMT bus?
Call GMT at 802-540-2468 to confirm the item was found. Small items are generally retrieved at the Downtown Transit Center, while larger items such as bicycles are handled through the administrative office.