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Ride into the wild with DRT to the Toronto Zoo

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Transit (DRT) is bringing back the 917Z to serve the Toronto Zoo and Rouge National Urban Park this summer.

Route 917Z is a convenient, safe, and efficient way for Durham residents to travel to two family friendly attractions. This year is special for the Toronto Zoo and the Durham Region as both celebrate their respective 50th anniversaries.

When: Starting on June 29, 2024, the 917Z will operate on weekends and holidays, from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., every 30 minutes,...

2-for-1 Summer Youth Pass returns to Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Transit (DRT) is again offering the 2-for-1 Summer Youth Pass via PRESTO. Customers who are 13 to 19 years of age can purchase the 2-for-1 Summer Youth Pass for $103.68 —that’s two monthly passes for the cost of one monthly pass.

Once purchased, the August pass will automatically renew on the customer’s PRESTO card prior to the beginning of August.

When: Summer Youth Passes are currently available for purchase. These 2-for-1 passes will provide unlimited travel from...

On Demand Service Update

Due to the ongoing extreme heat and heat warning issued by Environment Canada, we must ensure air conditioning systems on our On Demand fleet are working well to keep you comfortable and safe. 

We may see increased delays or cancellations if some of our vehicles do not keep interiors at an appropriate temperature. We appreciate your patience.

June service updates

Whitby, Ontario – On Monday, June 24, 2024, Durham Region Transit (DRT) will implement service updates to improve connections on select routes and adjust for seasonal demand.

When: Service updates will begin on Monday, June 24, 2024.

Where: The transit network is being adjusted across Durham Region. All service changes can be found at DurhamRegionTransit.com/June2024

Why:  DRT is introducing service updates to improve connections on select routes and adjust for seasonal service demands.

Note: For a full...

Highlights from the June 2024 Transit Executive Committee Meeting

Whitby, Ontario – On June 5, members of the Durham Region Transit Executive Committee (TEC) met to discuss various Durham Region Transit (DRT) initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include:

• DRT replacement buses: Nova Bus has delivered five new buses to DRT, with more on the way in the coming months. These are replacement vehicles since the loss of 19 buses in the August 2023 fire. Members of TEC and DRT expressed their gratitude for Nova Bus and their commitment to prioritizing the need...