Category: Transit
Proposed Changes to Routes 50 & 55
The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) is always looking for ways to make riding the bus easier, more reliable, and better suited to meet rider’s needs. TTD is considering changes to Routes 50 and 55 that would help buses run more on time, reduce wait times, and improve connections for riders. Staff have put together two possible options. Your input will help decide which changes will best serve residents, workers, and visitors who count on transit.
Share your thoughts and help shape the future of Routes 50 & 55 by filling out a quick survey: English, Español or Tagalog.
Option 2/2: Two Buses on Route 50 & Two Buses on Route 55
- Route 55 would operate only between Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) and Kingsbury Transit Center. Riders traveling west of LTCC would transfer to Route 50.
- Route 50 would continue to operate between the Y Transit Center and Stateline Transit Center PLUS Route 50 would extend to cover the D Street loop and enter LTCC westbound and eastbound.
- Two buses would operate on Route 55, increasing frequency to every 30 minutes.
- Two buses would operate on Route 50, maintaining frequency at every 30 minutes.
Option 3/1: Three Buses on Route 50 & One Bus on Route 55
- Route 55 would operate only between LTCC and Stateline Transit Center. Riders traveling west of LTCC would transfer to Route 50. Riders travelling east of Stateline Transit Center, would have to transfer route 50.
- Bally’s/Tahoe Blue Events Center (#4271) would no longer be served by route 55. Riders travelling eastbound from Stateline Transit Center would transfer to route 50.
- Route 50 would extend to cover the D Street loop, enter LTCC westbound and eastbound, and continue to Kingsbury Transit Center.
- Route 50 would continue to serve most stops between LTCC and the Y Transit Center.
- One bus would operate on Route 55, maintaining frequency at every 60 minutes.
- Three buses would operate on Route 50, maintaining frequency every 30 minutes.
Why These Options are Being Considered
Both proposals reduce overlapping service west of LTCC and are designed to:
- Improve travel reliability (on-time performance)
- Increase frequency where demand is highest
Public Comment Period
A public comment period regarding these changes is now open. Members of the public are invited to provide comments regarding these proposed changes prior to implementation. Please submit comments by email to planning@tahoetransportation.org. All comments received will be part of the public record. Comments received before October 24 will be included in the agenda packet. Comments received after October 24 will be transmitted directly to the Board members.
The Tahoe Transportation District Board of Directors will hold a Public Hearing on November 5, 2025 to receive comments, close the public comment period, and take possible action. Board meeting details are available on TTD’s website at: https://www.tahoetransportation.org/meetings-and-agendas/
Proposed Routes 50 & 55 Changes en Espanol
TTD EXPANDS LATE-NIGHT TRANSIT
The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) is expanding South Shore transit options with the launch of Route 51, beginning Thursday, September 11, 2025. This new route will operate Thursdays through Saturdays only (serving the Y Transit Center to Kingbury Transit Center) and is designed to better serve both residents and visitors during late-night travel periods. Route 51 is ideal for service industry workers, event staff, and concertgoers who need safe, reliable transportation after traditional operating hours.
The introduction of Route 51 builds on the success of TTD’s 50x pilot program, which demonstrated strong community demand for expanded service. The pilot confirmed that targeted, high-frequency routes can improve connectivity, reduce congestion, and provide meaningful alternatives to driving.
Read the full press release HERE.
Proposed Route 22 Changes
Route changes are coming, beginning with Route 22. As part of the Tahoe Transportation District’s ongoing efforts to improve efficiency, reliability, and the overall rider experience, the Board of Directors has discussed proposed service adjustments, including the potential permanent closure of the stops along the Tramway Drive/Quaking Aspen Lane loop.
Summary of Proposed Changes
- Permanent closure of the following stops along the Tramway Drive/Quaking Aspen Lane loop.
- Quaking Aspen Lane & Tahoe Vacation Condos (4288)
- Quaking Aspen Lane & Galaxy Lane (4280)
- Quaking Aspen Lane & Ridge Club Drive (1008)
- Quaking Aspen Lane & Tramway Drive (5025)
- Tramway Drive & Bonnie Drive (5026)
- Tramway Drive & Jack Drive (4297)
- Tramway Drive & Fox and Hound (4296)
- Tramway Drive & Milky Way Court (4278)
- Tramway Drive & North Bowl Lane (4257)
- Tramway Drive & Olympic Court (5024)
- Tramway Drive & SR 207 (4303)
- Tramway Drive & Wells Fargo Lane (4269)
- Tramway Drive & Worldmark (4299)
- The eastbound stop at the top of Daggett Pass –Tramway Drive & Tina Court (5051) will remain OPEN. There will not be a westbound stop at Daggett Pass at this time.
- The Paratransit service will be revised to be consistent with this route change.
Public Comment Period
A public comment period regarding these changes is now open. Members of the public are invited to provide comments regarding these proposed changes prior to implementation. Please submit comments by email to planning@tahoetransportation.org. All comments received will be part of the public record. Comments received before September 18 will be included in the agenda packet. Comments received after September 18 will be transmitted directly to the Board members.
The Tahoe Transportation District Board of Directors will hold a Public Hearing on October 1, 2025 to receive comments, close the public comment period, and take possible action. Board meeting details are available on TTD’s website at: https://www.tahoetransportation.org/meetings-and-agendas/
Implementation Date
If the changes to Route 22 are approved at the October 1, 2025 meeting, the implementation date is planned for November 1, 2025.
Rider Information
- Updated route maps and schedules will be posted on the TTD’s website (tahoetransportation.org) and at all major transit centers prior to the implementation date.
For additional information, please contact Jason Burke, Senior Transportation Planner at 775-589-5503.
Proposed Route 22 Changes en Espanol
U.S. 50 East Shore Tahoe Lane Reductions Near Stateline Begin June 8
Carson City, Nev. – Motorists are advised to leave extra travel time as additional daytime lane reductions and shifts take place the week of June 8 on the U.S. 50 South Lake Tahoe casino corridor as part of a continuing Nevada Department of Transportation highway repaving project.
Since construction began in April, overnight single lane closures have taken place in the state line area.
ADDITIONAL DAYTIME LANE REDUCTIONS/SHIFTS
Beginning June 8 through June 13, drivers will see additional daytime lane reductions and shifts as crews remove the aging roadway surface and place the first round of new highway pavement between the Nevada-California state line and Lake Parkway.
- The additional daytime lane closure will allow for a safer work zone as crews begin reconstruction of the middle lane of the interstate.
- U.S. 50 will remain reduced to one lane in each direction 24-7 beginning at 8 p.m. June 8 through the morning of June 13 between the Nevada-California state line and Lake Parkway.
- Work zone lane closures will routinely shift through the area as crews progress with paving. Motorists are reminded to leave extra travel time and drive attentively and slowly through the changing lane configurations.
- Access to businesses will be continuously maintained, but certain side streets and driveways will temporarily be impacted as roadway excavation takes place in the area.
- Drivers should leave extra travel time to drive through the work zone, and are recommended to detour around the area when possible.
Read the full press release HERE.
Route 50 Express Service will be available for The Knight Monsters Playoff Games
Tahoe Transportation District is pleased to announce the extension of Route 50 to accommodate select Tahoe Blue Event Center events throughout 2025.
The Route 50 Express will extend to the Kingsbury Transit Center (with FREE parking available at the parking garage adjacent to Kahle Dr. on eastbound Highway 50).
Buses will stop on US 50 directly in front of the Tahoe Blue Event Center at the designated bus stop. If you’re planning on attending a event, be sure to take advantage of the expanded FREE service.
Please go to the Transit Route 50X page to view the schedules.
For up-to-date information, download the transit app:
TTD ADDS TWO NEW ELECTRIC VANS TO PARATRANSIT FLEET
The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) has placed two new all-electric vans into active paratransit service, replacing aging vehicles with a modern, sustainable, and more adaptable solution for local mobility needs. These fully electric vans represent the latest investment in TTD’s efforts to modernize its fleet, reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the Lake Tahoe Basin, and improve service for the region’s most vulnerable riders.
Read the full press release HERE.
TTD WILL CONTINUE OPERATING AS SCHEDULED WHILE FEDERAL ADMINISTRATION REVIEWS PROGRAMS AND POLICIES
Public transit services provided by the Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) will continue operating as scheduled while the new federal administration reviews programs and policies. Riders can rely on TTD to maintain regular service, ensuring that residents, commuters, and visitors have access to safe and dependable transportation throughout the region.
TTD’s transit operations are highly dependent on federal funding, with minimal local funding sources available to offset potential disruptions. Federal grants and allocations support both daily operations and long-term capital projects, making continued access to these funds critical for maintaining and improving transit services in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
We are actively monitoring the situation and working with our federal, state, and local partners to understand the potential long-term impacts. While current services remain unaffected, prolonged disruptions to federal funding could present challenges for future transit operations and infrastructure projects.
TTD remains committed to ensuring reliable transportation for the community and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
For more details, please visit www.tahoetransportation.org
JASON BURKE JOINS TTD AS SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER
The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) is pleased to welcome Jason Burke, AICP, as its new Senior Transportation Planner. Jason brings a wealth of experience in urban planning, stormwater management, and climate resilience to the role, further strengthening TTD’s commitment to delivering sustainable and innovative transportation solutions for the Lake Tahoe region.
Jason joins TTD after serving as Complete Streets Program Manager for the City of South Lake Tahoe, where he led efforts to protect Lake Tahoe’s water clarity by reducing sediment and nutrient pollutants in urban runoff and improving community mobility options. His work included designing and maintaining urban runoff treatment systems, advancing Complete Streets initiatives, and supporting multimodal transportation projects that benefit the community and visitors alike.
Read the full press release HERE.
ROUTE 50 EXPRESS SERVICE FOR NEW YEAR’S EVE AND UPCOMING EVENTS
The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) is expanding its popular Route 50 Express Service to include several high-profile events at the Tahoe Blue Event Center. In addition to New Year’s Eve festivities at Stateline and Tahoe Knight Monsters hockey games on December 27-29, 2024, and January 24-26, 2025, the service will also support two marquee 2025 events: the Lake Tahoe Reggae Winter Festival on February 15-16, 2025 and John Summit: Experts Only show on February 21-22, 2025.
Read the full press release HERE.