Delaware Transit Corp. (DART)

Wilmington, DE 19805-4440

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About Delaware Transit Corp. (DART)

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119 Lower Beech Street, Suite 100
Wilmington, DE 19805-4440
http://dartfirststate.com
800.355.8080
302.577.6066

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The mission of DART First State and the Delaware Transit Corporation, an operating division of the Delaware Department of Transportation, is to design and provide the highest quality public transportation services that satisfy the needs of the customer and the community.

We aspire to be a premier transportation organization with accessible facilities and interconnected services incorporating state-of-the-art technologies. Our well-trained workforce, using clear communications and beneficial working partnerships, will enable us to connect people to their destinations in an affordable, safe, and efficient manner.

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Facilities

Claymont Transportation Center renamed Harris B. McDowell, III Transportation Center

Nov. 29, 2023
The center was renamed in honor of Sen. Harris B. McDowell, III, who represented the First Senate District from 1976 until 2021, becoming the longest-serving member in the history...
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A map showing the new DART Connect service.
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Delaware Transit Corporation, Via launch state’s first on-demand service

April 19, 2021
DART Connect is an FTA-funded pilot project aimed at providing integrated transit services in “hard to serve areas.”
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Infrastructure

DTC announces opening of Wilmington Transit Center

May 20, 2020
The $10 million-project used 100 percent state and private funds and was constructed as part of a public-private partnership between DelDOT, DTC and Transit Center, LLC.
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DTC has earned high honors in the marketing and communications world of the public transportation industry, winning the Grand Award for Campaigns to Increase Ridership from the APTA 2018 AdWheel Awards.
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Delaware Transit Corporation Wins the APTA 2018 AdWheel Grand Prize Award

Oct. 15, 2018
The Delaware Transit Corporation has earned high honors in the marketing and communications world of the public transportation industry, winning the Grand Award for Campaigns ...
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DART Increases Year-Round Bus Service

Sept. 10, 2018
On Monday, September 10, two popular DART Beach Bus Routes, 201 and 204, began year-round service, operating every 30 minutes, Monday through Saturday from 7 AM to 11 PM.
Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

DE: Groundbreaking for Lewes Transit Center’s Maintenance Facility Celebrated

May 22, 2018
The three-bay maintenance facility is designed for alternative-fueled vehicles which are cleaner for the environment.
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DE: DART Announces Winners of 18th Annual Statewide Transit Poster Contest

May 1, 2018
The Delaware Transit Corp. announced the winners of its 18th Annual Statewide Transit Poster Contest. Four winners will receive prizes from DART and its business partners.
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DE: DART Offers Weekend Beach Bus Service First Three Weekends in May

April 27, 2018
Delaware Transit Corp. is starting its Beach Bus service early this season, providing weekend bus service on two of its popular bus routes for the first three weekends in May....
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DE: DART Launches Its 18th Annual Poster Contest

Feb. 20, 2018
“The Adventures of Riding DART” is the theme for the Delaware Transit Corporation’s 18th Annual Poster Contest.
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DART bus stuffed with donations at the Food Bank.
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DART Celebrated the 20th Anniversary of “Stuff The Bus” Food Drive by Collecting 17.9 Tons of Food For Delawareans In Need

Nov. 21, 2017
Delaware Transit Corporation announced that DART’s 20th annual “Stuff the Bus” Thanksgiving Food Drive collected 17.9 tons (35,832 pounds) of food.

Articles & News

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Maryland, Delaware, Virginia to explore expanding MARC services

April 14, 2023
The framework agreements between MDOT MTA, Delaware Transit Corp. and the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority will examine expanding the rail service, which all agree, is critical...

Videos & Resources

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Transit Quick Chats: Integrated Mobility Solutions to Boost Rural Mobility

Feb. 12, 2021
Integrated Mobility Solutions offer ways to boost mobility options, as well as promote economic development and equity.

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DTC Recognizes Contributions in Memoriam of Addie Pack, EDTAC Chair

Nov. 15, 2017
The Delaware Transit Corporation is saddened by the passing of Addie Pack, chair of the Elderly and Disabled Transit Advisory Committee (EDTAC) on October 27, 2017.
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DART Operators and Maintenance Staff Display Driving and Safety Skills at Employee Bus “Roadeo”

Sept. 27, 2017
DART employees gathered on Sunday, September 24, 2017, to cheer on their fellow co-workers as they participated in a friendly competition of driving and safety skills at DART’...
Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

DE: DART Partners with Lewes Lions Club on New Bus Shelter in Lewes

Aug. 28, 2017
Delaware Transit Corporation/DART First State and the Lewes Lions Club partnered on a project to provide a bus shelter at the Huling Cove Community located on Savannah Road in...
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DE: Mobile Fare Payment to Launch for DART Beach Bus Services

June 29, 2017
Delaware Transit Corporation has announced the launch of a new mobile payment app for its Beach Bus Services, making the DART experience more user-friendly and convenient for ...
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12th Annual National Dump the Pump Day to be Held on June 15 – “Dump the Pump. Ride DART.”

June 14, 2017
Delaware Transit Corporation (DTC) has announced that it will join over 150 public transit agencies nationwide participating in the 12th annual Dump the Pump Day on Thursday, ...
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DE: DART Offers Weekend Beach Bus Service First Three Weekends in May

May 4, 2017
The Delaware Transit Corp. (DART) has announced it is starting its Beach Bus service early this season, providing weekend bus service on two of its popular bus routes for the ...
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DE: DART Bus Route & Schedule Changes Approved to Become Effective Sunday, May 21, 2017

April 17, 2017
Delaware Transit Corporation announced changes to DART Statewide Bus Services have been approved to become effective Sunday, May 21, 2017.
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DE: DART Kicks Off 17th Annual Transit Poster Contest

Feb. 14, 2017
“DART & Technology, Traveling into the Future.” is the theme for the Delaware Transit Corp.'s (DART) 17th Annual Transit Poster Contest. Open to school-age children Grades 6 through...
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DelDOT/DART Announce Innovative Approach to Construct New Transit Center

Jan. 13, 2017
DelDOT and DART are currently working to finalize a Public-Private Partnership to construct the Wilmington Transit Center on State-owned land just east of Walnut Street and north...