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.

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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