HRT Bus Schedule: Routes, Times & Stops
HRT bus schedule searches usually mean Hampton Roads Transit in Virginia. HRT runs bus service across Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Newport News, Hampton, Chesapeake, and Portsmouth, with links to The Tide light rail, Elizabeth River Ferry, VB Wave, 757 Express, Base Express, and OnDemand options.
This guide explains how to find the correct HRT route, read scheduled times, check live arrivals, confirm fare, avoid the wrong stop side, and use official HRT tools before you leave.
How to Find the Right HRT Bus Schedule
Start on the official HRT routes page, choose your city or service type, then open the route page for your exact bus number. After that, confirm the direction, weekday/Saturday/Sunday pattern, major timepoints, stop ID, fare, alerts, and live arrival. Do not rely only on a search snippet because HRT routes, detours, and stops can change.
Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Newport News, Hampton, Chesapeake, or Portsmouth.
Match the bus number and major destination, not just the route number.
Look for inbound, outbound, terminal, transit center, or destination sign.
Have exact cash, GoPass, GoMobile, or valid fare proof ready.
Use real-time stop arrivals before walking to the bus stop.
HRT Bus Schedule Guide
HRT Bus Routes by Service Area
HRT route pages are organized by city and service type. The same route may appear in more than one city when it crosses city lines, so use the route name and destination to confirm that you have the right schedule.
Norfolk
Norfolk service includes Downtown Norfolk Transit Center routes, Ocean View, Old Dominion University, Military Circle, Sentara Norfolk General, and several regional express routes.
Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach service includes TCC Virginia Beach, Lynnhaven Mall, Shore Drive, the Oceanfront, VB Wave trolley routes, Bayfront Bus, and express connections.
Newport News
Newport News routes connect Newport News Transit Center, Hampton Transit Center, Warwick Boulevard, Fort Eustis, Patrick Henry Mall, Lee Hall, and Shipbuilders.
Hampton
Hampton routes serve Hampton Transit Center, Downtown Hampton, Buckroe Beach, Fox Hill, Peninsula Town Center, VPCC, and Newport News connections.
Chesapeake
Chesapeake routes connect South Norfolk, Robert Hall Boulevard, Chesapeake Municipal Center, Victory Crossing, TCC Chesapeake, and regional express routes.
Portsmouth
Portsmouth routes serve Downtown Portsmouth, Cradock, Victory Crossing, Churchland, Midtown Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Norfolk, and the Elizabeth River Ferry area.
Search Common HRT Route Groups
Type a route number, city, or destination clue. This quick filter does not replace the official HRT timetable, but it helps you jump to the right route family faster.
Local Southside routes
Use these for many Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and local transfer trips. Check whether the route is going toward Downtown Norfolk, TCC, Lynnhaven, South Norfolk, Ocean View, or another terminal.
VB Wave, trolley and Bayfront service
Use this group for Oceanfront, Atlantic Avenue, Aquarium, Campground, Parks Avenue, 19th Street, 68th Street, and Bayfront trips. Seasonal or event service may change, so check alerts.
Portsmouth and Chesapeake routes
These routes are useful for Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Victory Crossing, Robert Hall Boulevard, Churchland, Cradock, and cross-city transfers to Norfolk or Chesapeake.
Peninsula routes
Use this group for Hampton, Newport News, Hampton Transit Center, Newport News Transit Center, Buckroe, Fort Eustis, Patrick Henry Mall, VPCC, Lee Hall, and Warwick Boulevard.
Peninsula express routes
These routes are more limited or express-style services. Always confirm whether your stop is served, because express routes may skip local stops.
757 Express and regional routes
Use this group for longer regional trips, commuter movements, employment destinations, Williamsburg, Smithfield, Amazon facilities, Shipbuilders, and cross-water trips.
How to Read HRT Bus Times Correctly
HRT schedules are route-specific. A first bus time, last bus time, or weekend span from one route does not apply to another route. Always check the official route page and the exact direction for your boarding stop.
| Schedule detail | What it means | What riders should do |
|---|---|---|
| First bus | The first listed trip from a terminal or major timepoint, not necessarily your stop. | Check your exact stop or stop ID. A mid-route bus time can be later than the terminal departure. |
| Last bus | The final listed trip in one direction. Return trips may end earlier. | Confirm the last bus from your actual stop and the direction you need for the return trip. |
| Weekday vs weekend | Many routes have different weekday, Saturday, Sunday, holiday, or seasonal patterns. | Select the correct service day. Do not assume Saturday and Sunday are identical. |
| Frequency | How often a bus usually comes. Some routes are frequent; others are hourly or irregular. | Use the full timetable when headways are uneven, especially late night or weekend. |
| Live arrival | A prediction based on real-time vehicle or trip-update data where available. | Recheck before leaving. Live predictions can change because of traffic, bridge/tunnel delays, detours, cancellations, or GPS issues. |
HRT Bus Fare, GoPass and Payment Methods
HRT’s posted fare table lists Bus, Ferry & Light Rail fares for all routes, including 757 Express. Always confirm current fare rules on HRT before travel because fare media, ticket vending machines, and discounted-fare requirements can change.
Use this when you only need one ride and do not need unlimited travel that day.
Often better if your round trip involves more than two rides or transfers between modes.
Useful for a short work week, visitor trip, or temporary commute.
Good for regular riders who use HRT many days per month.
Discounted fare riders must be ready to show required proof or HRT discounted fare ID.
Check HRT’s rules for seniors, Medicare cardholders, persons with disabilities, youth, and paratransit users.
Children 17 and under may ride free when accompanied by a fare-paying adult or with Student Freedom Pass rules where eligible.
HRT fare boxes accept cash, coins, and GoPasses on vehicles except light rail. Operators/fare boxes cannot make change.
Adult single trip may be enough.
Compare two single trips with a 1-Day GoPass.
Check 7-Day or 30-Day GoPass.
Carry proof before requesting reduced fare.
Exact cash, GoPass, app, or valid fare proof.
HRT Stops: Use Stop ID, Direction and Hub Name
HRT routes often connect large transfer points. Do not stand at a stop only because the street name looks right. Confirm the stop side, stop ID, direction, terminal, and route sign.
Example HRT Hub Map: Downtown Norfolk Transit Center
Downtown Norfolk Transit Center is a major HRT transfer point, so it is a useful map example for many HRT bus schedule searches. For your actual ride, use the official HRT route map and live stop lookup because bay assignments, detours, and boarding sides can change.
- Confirm the route number before going to the bay.
- Check direction or final destination on the bus sign.
- Use the official HRT route page for the timetable.
- Use Google Maps only as navigation support, not the final schedule source.
Scheduled Time vs Live Arrival
Scheduled time is the planned timetable. Live arrival is a same-day prediction based on real-time vehicle or trip-update information where available. HRT also provides automated real-time stop information by phone and GTFS-Realtime feeds for bus trip updates and service alerts.
Start with the official HRT route page or routes directory.
Match the destination sign, terminal, hub, or route branch.
Look at the bus stop sign and use the stop number when possible.
Review the next arrivals and any warning icons or alert notes.
Refresh shortly before leaving because live predictions can change.
Check HRT Alerts Before You Trust the Schedule
HRT alerts can affect bus stops, route paths, light rail stations, ferry service, customer-service windows, events, construction areas, paratransit restrictions, and weather operations. A normal schedule page does not guarantee that a stop is usable today.
Accessibility Details HRT Riders Should Check
Accessibility is route-specific and stop-specific. A vehicle may support accessible boarding, but the actual stop can still be affected by curb position, sidewalk closure, construction, snow, lighting, shelter access, or temporary relocation.
HRT Customer Service, Phone Times and Rider Help
For route, schedule, fare, accessibility, lost item, or service issue questions, use HRT’s official customer-service tools. The automated phone system is available 24 hours a day, while live representative hours are more limited.
| Need help with | Best HRT source | Rider note |
|---|---|---|
| Real-time stop arrival | Automated phone prompts at (757) 222-6100 | Use the stop number from the bus stop sign when available. |
| Route or fare question | Customer Service representative | Representative hours may differ by weekday, Saturday, Sunday, and holiday. |
| Late trip documentation | Trip late / Get a Note | Useful for school, work, appointment, or proof-of-delay needs. |
| Lost and found | Customer Service | Contact HRT quickly. Unclaimed item rules and hold periods may apply. |
HRT Bus Boarding Checklist
- Confirm the city, route number, route name, and destination.
- Open the official HRT route page rather than relying only on search snippets.
- Check weekday, Saturday, Sunday, holiday, or seasonal schedule pattern.
- Confirm direction, branch, terminal, stop side, and stop ID.
- Check fare and have exact cash, GoPass, GoMobile, or valid discounted-fare proof ready.
- Look for same-day alerts, detours, stop closures, elevator outages, or severe-weather changes.
- Use live arrivals shortly before walking to the stop.
- Arrive 5–10 minutes early; use 10–15 minutes at large hubs or unfamiliar stops.
- For evening travel, verify the last return bus from your actual boarding stop.
- For express routes, check whether your stop is served because express buses may skip local stops.
Official Sources for HRT Bus Schedules
Use these official pages to confirm current route times, stops, maps, fares, live arrivals, service alerts, accessibility, and customer-service details.
Main starting point for bus routes by city, plus ferry, light rail, trolley, Base Express, 757 Express, system map, and snow route links.
Open HRT routesUse this to understand how routes connect across Hampton Roads before checking individual route schedules.
Open system mapOfficial source for adult single trip, GoPass, discounted fare, cash, GoMobile, fare boxes, and eligibility rules.
Open fare pageUse before travel for active alerts, detours, stop changes, delays, cancellations, and weather impacts.
Open service alertsPhone assistance, automated stop arrival information, call-center hours, feedback, lost and found, ADA, Title VI, and related support.
Open customer serviceOfficial static schedule data and real-time feeds for bus trip updates and service alerts.
Open GTFS dataHRT app and third-party transit data guidance, including mobile fare and real-time-data notes.
Open transit appsUse for major transfer centers, customer-service locations, facility details, and hub planning.
Open transit centersHRT Bus Schedule FAQs
What is the HRT bus schedule?
The HRT bus schedule is the official route timetable for Hampton Roads Transit buses in the Virginia cities HRT serves, including Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Newport News, Hampton, Chesapeake, and Portsmouth.
Where can I find HRT bus routes?
Start with the official HRT routes page, then choose your city or service type. HRT organizes routes by Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Newport News, Hampton, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, 757 Express, Base Express, trolley, ferry, and light rail links.
How much is an HRT bus fare?
HRT’s fare page lists the adult single trip for Bus, Ferry & Light Rail at $2.00. GoPass and discounted-fare options are also available, but riders should verify the official fare page before travel.
Can I pay cash on HRT buses?
Yes, HRT fare boxes accept cash and coins on vehicles except light rail, but riders should have exact fare because fare boxes and operators cannot make change.
How do I check live HRT bus times?
Use the official HRT route page, live-arrival tools, or call HRT Customer Service at (757) 222-6100 and follow the automated prompts for real-time stop arrival/departure information.
Are HRT scheduled times guaranteed?
No. Scheduled times are planned timetable times. Live arrivals are predictions that can change because of traffic, weather, events, detours, operator availability, cancellations, or GPS/data issues.
How early should I arrive at an HRT bus stop?
Arrive 5–10 minutes early for most HRT bus stops. Use 10–15 minutes at large transit centers, unfamiliar stops, express stops, park-and-rides, or when you need to load fare.
Where can I check HRT service alerts?
Use HRT’s official service alerts page before travel. Alerts can include detours, delays, cancellations, stop changes, facility issues, weather changes, and special-event impacts.
Does HRT operate on holidays?
Holiday service can differ from the normal weekday schedule. Check HRT’s holiday schedule or service alert information before traveling on or near a public holiday.
What if I do not know my HRT route number?
Search by city, destination, transit center, stop, or landmark. Examples include Downtown Norfolk Transit Center, Hampton Transit Center, Newport News Transit Center, Oceanfront, ODU, TCC, Buckroe, Lynnhaven Mall, or Patrick Henry Mall.