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06/01/2020

Metrorail and Metrobus service hours adjustments for public safety – Monday, June 1, 2020 | WMATA

From our friends at WMATA:

In the interest of public safety and in light of an announced 7 p.m. citywide curfew in the District of Columbia, all Metrorail and Metrobus service will end earlier than normal today, Monday, June 1. The rail system will close one hour early, at 8 p.m., and Metrobus service will end two hours early, at 9 p.m.
https://bit.ly/2ZYbNFy

In the interest of public safety and in light of an announced 7 p.m. citywide curfew in the District of Columbia, all Metrorail and Metrobus service will end earlier than normal today, Monday, June 1. The rail system will close one hour early, at 8 p.m., and Metrobus service will end two hours early...

05/30/2020

Fairfax County Transportation

Join us as approximately 0.5 miles of one northbound lane of Tysons Boulevard is temporarily closed for dedicated pedestrian and bicyclist usage.

05/28/2020

Fairfax County Transportation

McLean and Tysons are continuing to evolve into a multimodal hub for Fairfax County residents with the completion of the Tysons East sidewalk project, celebrated today by Providence Supervisor Dalia Palchik and Supervisor John Foust. The sidewalk is located on the south side of Route 123 from Great Falls Street to Anderson Road and provides 2400 linear feet of a varied width sidewalk that connects people in McLean to the McLean Metrorail station. The shared use path provides access for walkers and bicyclists. Other components of the project include curbs and gutters, crosswalks, curb ramps, storm pipes and structures and a retaining wall.

05/26/2020

FCDOT is seeking input on service changes for Fall 2020. Routes affected include: 334, 340, 341, 350, 351, 721, and 722. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, transit staff has recorded the presentation and made it available online. Please provide feedback by June 5th via an online survey. https://bit.ly/2LUlnRE

05/25/2020

Happy Memorial Day! Don't forget Fairfax Connector is operating Sunday service today.
Find out which routes are operating here: bit.ly/3bYh8z4

05/23/2020

Due to the Memorial Day Holiday, Fairfax Connector will be operating Sunday service on Monday, May 25, 2020.
Find out which routes are operating here: https://bit.ly/2XhfinK

05/21/2020

REMINDER: WMATA will close all Metrorail Orange and Silver Line stations in Fairfax County beginning Memorial Day weekend. All stations west of Ballston will be closed including Orange Line stations: East Falls Church, West Falls Church, Dunn Loring, Vienna and Silver Line stations: McLean, Tysons Corner, Greensboro, Spring Hill, Wiehle-Reston East. Information on free shuttle buses and additional details can be found here: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/transportation/news/t11_20

05/19/2020

BusTracker is up and running again. Thank you for your patience during the outage.

05/18/2020

Fairfax Connector BusTracker is currently experiencing technical difficulties and is down. Please use schedule information at http://www.fairfaxconnector.com to plan your trip until further notice. We appreciate your patience during this time.

Starting Monday, May 18, 2020, passengers on Fairfax Connector buses will be required to wear face coverings. This enhan...

05/15/2020

Fairfax Connector Passengers Required to Wear Face Coverings Starting May 18

Starting Monday, May 18, 2020, passengers on Fairfax Connector buses will be required to wear face coverings. This enhanced safety measure aims to help Fairfax Connector passengers protect each other and bus operators during the ongoing COVID-19 situation and follows guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). There will be a weeklong grace period through Monday, May 25, 2020.
https://bit.ly/2Z2cKMO

Fairfax County, Virginia

05/14/2020

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Fairfax Connector routes 462 and 467, effective Saturday, May 9, 2020, have been expanded to assist travelers during the...

05/01/2020

Bus Service Expanded Due to Cedar Lane Bridge Closure Beginning Mid-May 2020

Fairfax Connector routes 462 and 467, effective Saturday, May 9, 2020, have been expanded to assist travelers during the demolition and reconstruction of the Cedar Lane Bridge over I-66, which is expected to be closed for six months. The service is free during the construction and will provide additional service during the weekdays and new service during the weekend. https://bit.ly/2z2HvpH

Fairfax County, Virginia

Beginning May 4 through June 2020, Fairfax Connector bus service at the Herndon-Monroe Park and Ride will be relocated t...

04/27/2020

Fairfax Connector Service Relocated as Construction at Herndon-Monroe Park and Ride Begins May 4

Beginning May 4 through June 2020, Fairfax Connector bus service at the Herndon-Monroe Park and Ride will be relocated to temporary stops on Sunrise Valley Drive. The relocation of service is due to necessary construction on the bus loop.
https://bit.ly/2Sg38Kj

Fairfax County, Virginia

04/23/2020

Fairfax County Transportation

04/23/2020

Fairfax Connector Service Relocated as Construction at Herndon-Monroe Park and Ride Begins May 4

Fairfax County, Virginia

May 15th Update: Passengers on Fairfax Connector buses will be REQUIRED to wear face coverings, a measure the Fairfax Co...

04/15/2020

Fairfax Connector Passengers Urged to Wear Face Coverings on Buses

May 15th Update: Passengers on Fairfax Connector buses will be REQUIRED to wear face coverings, a measure the Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) will make effective starting Monday, May 18, 2020, with a weeklong grace period through Monday, May 25, 2020. Fare collection remains suspended and riders will continue to be required to enter and exit the bus using the rear doors.

Fairfax County, Virginia - Fairfax

04/10/2020

Our operations contractor is continuing with an increased cleaning protocol and other measures aimed at maintaining a safe and healthy environment for Fairfax Connector passengers and personnel. An additional, voluntary public health measure, the CDC says can help prevent the spread of diseases is wearing a face covering. Learn how to make your own cloth mask at: https://bit.ly/2VhBMUx.

🚨 Effective Saturday, April 11, 2020, FCDOT will make temporary adjustments to Fairfax Connector bus service due to redu...

04/07/2020

Fairfax Connector Announces Service Reductions due to Impacts of COVID-19

🚨 Effective Saturday, April 11, 2020, FCDOT will make temporary adjustments to Fairfax Connector bus service due to reduced ridership from the impacts of COVID-19 and to protect the health and safety of Fairfax Connector passengers and operators. We will continue to provide regular service on 38 routes; provide reduced service on 14 routes; and discontinue service on 39 routes. Please read the news release for more information.
https://bit.ly/2RztHK7

Fairfax County, Virginia

04/06/2020

Metro Forward

ICYMI: Starting today, Metro will further reduce rail and bus hours.

Metrorail will close at 9 p.m. every day and Metrobus service will also end earlier, with the last trips departing at or before 11 p.m.

The decision to end service earlier reflects a significant drop-off in ridership since Metro began asking riders to limit use of the system to “essential trips only” to enhance safety for employees and individuals who must travel during the COVID-19 public health emergency.

Anyone using Metro should travel only if absolutely necessary for essential purposes as stipulated under stay-at-home Executive Orders in effect throughout the Metro service area. Essential travel includes first responders, hospital staff, critical government employees, grocery and pharmacy workers, and others who must work during the public health emergency. Unless traveling for an essential purpose, you are urged to stay at home.

Learn more: https://www.wmata.com/about/news/Pandemic-service-schedule.cfm#main-content

Due to the temporary closure of the Mclean and Van Dorn Metrorail Stations beginning Thursday, March 26, 2020, Fairfax C...

03/25/2020

Fairfax Connector Detours Bus Routes from Temporarily Closed McLean and Van Dorn Metrorail Stations Beginning March 26 | Connector

Due to the temporary closure of the Mclean and Van Dorn Metrorail Stations beginning Thursday, March 26, 2020, Fairfax Connector routes serving those stations will be re-routed to serve open stations. For more details 👉https://bit.ly/3dwIdv9.

Fairfax County, Virginia - Fairfax Connector Detours from Mclean and Van Dorn Metrorail Stations

03/25/2020

Friendly reminders:
▶️ Board & exit through rear doors only; fare will be free during this time
▶️ Sign up for BusTracker alerts for up to date info on routes/schedules
▶️ Please practice social distancing on buses and wash your hands before and after your trips

03/23/2020

Beginning Tuesday, March 24, 2020, Fairfax Connector customers will be required to enter and exit the bus using the rear doors. This does not apply to customers who need to use a wheelchair ramp. Fare collection on buses will also be temporarily suspended due to the location of fareboxes and SmarTrip equipment at the front entrance of buses. These changes are being made to protect the health and safety of Fairfax Connector employees, customers and the public as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect all aspects of travel in the National Capital Region.
https://bit.ly/39ed8cu

03/18/2020

Community meetings previously scheduled for March 21, March 25 and April 1, 2020, have been postponed and will be rescheduled at a later date. Residents can provide input via an online survey at http://bit.ly/38Zb8EX. Please pay close attention to the variety of options.

03/17/2020

Fairfax County Transportation

Metrorail Orange Line Stations in Fairfax County will be closed beginning May 23, 2020, thru Sept. 7, 2020, for platform...

03/13/2020

Metrorail Orange Line Stations in Fairfax County Closed Beginning May 23 | Transportation

Metrorail Orange Line Stations in Fairfax County will be closed beginning May 23, 2020, thru Sept. 7, 2020, for platform reconstruction and improvement efforts. Commuters, employers and travelers are urged to plan now and know the various travel options available to them to avoid adding to the gridlock by driving alone: http://bit.ly/33fLNVX

Fairfax County, Virginia - Metrorail Orange Line Platform news release

03/11/2020

FCDOT is holding a third round of community meetings and engagement opportunities to encourage public input on the preferred plan to provide enhanced Fairfax Connector service in the Reston and Herndon areas. The service changes will coincide with the opening of Phase 2 Metrorail Silver line stations.
http://bit.ly/2W6MUWf

03/09/2020

Learn more about what the Fairfax Connector operations contractor is doing to maintain a safe and healthy environment for Fairfax Connector passengers and personnel to prepare for and prevent the spread of cornovarius disease 2019 (COVID-19).
http://bit.ly/2IvOQQr

03/06/2020

Fairfax County Transportation

Beginning Sunday, March 15, 2020, surface parking lots at the East Falls Church, West Falls Church, and Vienna Metrorail stations will be closed for seven to nine months as construction contractors begin the process of moving material and machines into place ahead of WMATA's summer 2020 platform improvement project. View the news release for alternatives so you can plan ahead. http://bit.ly/3cz47O2

It's Telework Week in Virginia...have a day this week when you can give working from home a try? Employers: check out to...

03/02/2020

Fairfax County Kicks Off Virginia Telework Week March 2-6, 2020 | Transportation

It's Telework Week in Virginia...have a day this week when you can give working from home a try? Employers: check out tomorrow's Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation webinar to learn how you can offer this benefit for your workforce.

Fairfax County, Virginia - Telework Week

03/02/2020

Fairfax County Transportation

02/29/2020

On Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020, the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 1764, which represents Fairfax Connector drivers and mechanics, and Transdev, the Fairfax Connector operations contractor, ratified the tentative four-year agreement reached on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020. Fairfax County Department of Transportation officials are pleased that the negotiation between these independent parties resulted in a new agreement and want to thank Fairfax Connector passengers for their patience throughout this process.

02/28/2020

Lose a personal item while riding Fairfax Connector? Lost and found items will be held for only 30 days and claims can be submitted by contacting our information center or using our online submission form.
http://bit.ly/2SNnKrx

02/24/2020

On Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020, the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 1764, which represents Fairfax Connector drivers and mechanics, and Transdev, the Fairfax Connector operations contractor, reached a tentative agreement on a four-year contract. This agreement will still need to be ratified by the ATU Local 1764 membership. Fairfax County Department of Transportation wants to thank Fairfax Connector passengers for their patience throughout this process.

02/20/2020

Fairfax County Transportation

In the news: Read/watch/learn more about the Autonomous Electronic Vehicle project coming soon to Dunn Loring/Merrifield.

02/01/2020

Control your exit! Day or night, get estimated arrival times for your Fairfax Connector bus. Anytime. Anywhere.
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Address

4050 Legato Road, Suite 400
Fairfax, VA
22033

General information

Official page of the Fairfax Connector bus system in Fairfax County, Virginia. Fairfax Connector carries approximately 30,000 daily passengers who live, work, travel or do business in Fairfax County. Notifying the Public of Rights Under Title VI Fairfax County Department of Transportation and Fairfax Connector The Fairfax County Department of Transportation and Fairfax Connector operate programs and services without regard to race, color, and national origin in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. Any person who believes she or he has been aggrieved by any unlawful discriminatory practice under Title VI may file a complaint with the Fairfax County Office of Human Rights and Equity Programs within 180 days of the date of the alleged discrimination. The Office of Human Rights and Equity Programs is located at 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, Virginia 22035. This office can also be reached by calling 703-324-2953, TTY 711, or fax: 703-324-3570. For more information on the Fairfax County Department of Transportation and Fairfax Connector civil rights program and the procedures to file a complaint, please contact: 703-339-7200, TTY: 703-339-1608, email [email protected]; or visit the department's administrative office at 4050 Legato Road, 4th Floor, Fairfax, Virginia 22033. Information on the procedures to file a complaint or to file a complaint contact: 703-324-2953, TTY 711, or http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ohrep/epd/. Complaints can be mailed to: Fairfax County Office of Human Rights and Equity Programs, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 318, Fairfax, Virginia 22035. A complainant may file a complaint directly with the Federal Transit Administration by filing a complaint with the Office of Civil Rights, Attention: Title VI Program Coordinator, East Building, 5th Floor-TCR, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE, Washington, DC 20590. If information is needed in another language, please contact: 703-339-7200, TTY 711.

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday	08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:30
Thursday	08:00 - 16:30
Friday	08:00 - 16:30

Telephone

703-339-7200, TTY 703-339-1608

Website

http://www.fairfaxconnector.com

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Videos

Meet Barb and Norm, two Fairfax County residents who shared with us why transportation is so important to them. What better way to highlight Car Free Days than by hearing from fellow residents on how they ditch their cars? #CarFreeDay

#2 Why Do You Take Transit?

Have you tried the 699 Express Route from the Fairfax County Government to D.C.? Check out the video below to hear from one of its riders why transit is important to her. #TryTransitWeek

#1 Why Do You Take Transit?

It's time for our first Echo Dot giveaway! We've added the details on how to be eligible for the prize in the video included with this post. The video features Brian, a Fairfax County Commuter who bikes to the Wiehle-Reston East Metrorail Station as his transit option of choice. How do YOU take transit?

Good luck to all of our Fairfax County Public Schools Schools riders on their first day of school!

The elevators at the Herndon Monroe Park & Ride Garage have been repaired and have reopened. We appreciate your patience while maintenance was being performed.

Due to the continued extremely hot weather conditions predicted the next few days, passengers can continue to consume water in all Fairfax Connector buses between 11:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. now through Sunday, July 21, 2019. Stay safe and hydrated!

Did you know pedestrians and bicyclists made up 27 percent of traffic fatalities in the Washington region in 2017? Fairfax Connector staff is doing its part to promote safety by handing out safety lights and tips around the County. Keep an out for us at your P&R. #BeStreetSmart 🚌 http://bestreetsmart.net/

Did you know: One bus can take 40 individual cars off the road? That's just one of the ways we can all win by finding alternate ways of commuting to work. Join us this Thursday, June 21 and pledge to Dump the Pump.

Fairfax Connector BusTracker - Do More, Stress Less

Do more, stress less with Fairfax Connector's BusTracker.

Sneak peek of the Transportation Station at Celebrate Fairfax. Stop by and learn more about the different transportation options in the region and pick up some free swag. 🚗🚌🚝

Fairfax Connector is bringing you another way to love your commute. Located at Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station and Reston Town Center Transit Station, our NEW transit screens provide real-time bus information, weather, and time. With the push of a button you can hear the transit screen's information out loud in English and Spanish. Let us know what you think. Where else would you like to see these?

See where you can go with our new express Route 699 on I-66 and ride for FREE to D.C. Dec 4 – 8, 2017. Express fare is just $4.25 each way starting December 11. For details schedules and more go to https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/connector/news/2017/17_017.htm

Watch #wmata, Fairfax County #safetrack press conference live now!

We are live now at the Stringfellow Road P&R expansion grand opening!

Fairfax County Chairman Sharon Bulova and FCDOT Director Tom Biesiadny discuss Metro SafeTrack and commuting options in a press conference on Tuesday, May 24, 2016.

We are getting ready for Celebrate Fairfax this weekend! Come see us and our partners Metro Forward to learn more about the Silver Line and our changes for it! As you can see, we're better drivers than photographers!