Via Metropolitan Transit unveiled its new logo and branding campaign Feb. 25.

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Via Metropolitan Transit unveiled its new logo and branding campaign Feb. 25.
Via Metropolitan Transit unveiled its new logo and branding campaign Feb. 25.

Via Metropolitan Transit began providing public transportation service in the San Antonio area in March 1978. 

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San Antonio VIA public bus
The agency has averaged an 87 percent overall customer satisfaction rating since the summer of 2021.
July 30, 2025
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VIA Metropolitan Transit farebox.
The modernization of the fare payment system will provide more options to pay, speeding up boardings and reducing delays.
Feb. 14, 2025
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VIA Metropolitan Transit unanimously adopted a $307.6 million operating budget for Fiscal Year 2025.
The operating budget focuses on advancing the Keep SA Moving plan, workforce retention/ recruitment and ridership growth.
Oct. 1, 2024
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Officials from VIA, Northeast Lakeview College and the City of Live Oak celebrated the new VIA Link service that now connects the Northeast Side college campus with two nearby VIA Link zones, providing more mobility options to students, faculty and staff.
The service expands the on-demand transit option, with fare-free rides for students and faculty at the Alamo Colleges District campus.
Sept. 27, 2024
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A rendering of the VIA Rapid Silver Line.
The agency can now proceed in seeking a 50 percent match in federal funding for the $289.2 million project.
Aug. 29, 2024
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VIA Link to launch new zone Sept. 2.
The new zone, Downtown, is in partnership with Centro San Antonio and the University of Texas at San Antonio and is the fifth zone for the service.
Aug. 8, 2024
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The VIA Link – Naco Pass service reached more than 50,000 trips in its first five months of operation.
The VIA Link – Naco Pass service reached more than 50,000 trips in its first five months of operation.
Feb. 26, 2024
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VIA will install nearly 6,000 multi-colored QR-style coded NaviLens signs at bus stops and other locations.
VIA will install up to 6,000 multi-colored QR-style coded NaviLens signs at bus stops and other locations to improve accessibility in its service areas.
Feb. 6, 2024
The FTA also established the maximum federal contribution at 60 percent of the current project, which is an increase from the original federal contribution of about 50 percent...
Dec. 18, 2023
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VIA Metropolitan Transit’s VIA Link is set to expand on Oct. 23.
VIA Link Randolph is VIA fourth VIA Link zone and will provide service connecting an 18-square mile area.
Oct. 19, 2023

News

Safety Vision
Safety Vision logo and a VIA Metropolitan Transit bus together in a graphic.
The program replaces aging surveillance technology with Safety Vision's current-generation hardware and SafetyNet video management platform, beginning with 361 fixed-route buses...
June 29, 2026
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A rendering of the VIA Rapid Silver Line.
The VIA Rapid Silver Line will operate as a 7.3-mile corridor east-west from the Frost Bank Center on the east side to General McMullen on the west side.
June 24, 2026
Brandon Lewis
Joseph Rose (left) and Nadine Lee (right).
Personnel updates from around the public transit industry.
March 27, 2026
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VIA Metropolitan Transit officials celebrated the reopening of the Randolph Transit Center.
The center connects 16,000 people weekly to critical destinations on fixed-route service, serves as the transfer point for more than 5,600 monthly VIA Link rides and is a hub ...
March 2, 2026
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VIA Metropolitan Transit bus.
The mayor wrote a letter to the agency that asked for its top five concerns as part of implementing such a pilot program, as well as proposals to mitigate the concerns.
Feb. 18, 2026
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A VIA bus waits outside of a transit center.
The changes look to more closely match services to evolving travel patterns as part of VIA’s Better Bus Plan.
Jan. 12, 2026
Brandon Lewis
Tyra Redus (left), Priscilla Ingle (middle) and Razi Hosseini (right).
Personnel updates from around the public transit industry.
Nov. 14, 2025
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The renovated Randolph Transit Center.
The renovated facility serves as the transfer point for VIA Link Randolph Zone and a drop-off/pickup location for VIAtrans customers.
Oct. 30, 2025
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San Antonio VIA public bus Route 26 heading to St. Philips College on Market Street in downtown San Antonio, Texas, USA.
The FY26 budgets will allow the agency to expand service and frequency, improve the customer experience and invest in workforce development.
Sept. 25, 2025

Articles

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A CATS bus.
The VIA Board approved the agency’s Better Bus Plan while the CATS’ Transit System Plan will help improve service on the bus, microtransit and rail systems.
May 30, 2025
CTA
CTA bus.
CTA is launching the frequent network, which will allow its buses to arrive every 10 minutes or sooner on 20 key bus routes, while VIA Metropolitan Transit will be increasing ...
March 5, 2025
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The FTA has awarded a $267.8 million grant to support the construction of the new VIA ART North/South Corridor,
The grant, which is the largest federal investment VIA Metropolitan Transit has ever received, will support a 10-mile BRT line that will provide fast and frequent service along...
Dec. 19, 2024
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Jon Gary Herrera (Center), Tiffany Robinson (top right), Ben Tien (bottom left), Ned freeman (bottom right).
Personnel updates throughout the public transit industry.
Nov. 13, 2024
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A rendering of the VIA Metropolitan Transit's rapid transit project known as the Green Line.
The 12-mile Green Line will provide a north-south sustainable mobility option through the heart of San Antonio, Texas.
May 23, 2024
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Brian Dillard.
Dillard will help his department to maximize the effectiveness of data collection, processing and reporting.
April 23, 2024
VIA Metropolitan Transit CAO John Clamp (left) and VIA Metropolitan Transit Vice President of Planning and Development Rod Sanchez (right).
Clamp has joined VIA as the agency's first ever chief administration officer, with Sanchez being appointed as vice president of planning and development.
April 12, 2024
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A illustrative rendering of what future VIA Green Line rapid transit service could look like.
The 12-mile rapid transit corridor, which is anticipated to open in 2027, can proceed with final design and construction.
May 11, 2023
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Denver RTD and VIA Metropolitan Transit are introducing new ways to make riding transit easier for its riders.
Denver RTD has introduced predicted arrival times into its Next Ride IVR system while VIA Metropolitan Transit has made transit ticketing available for Uber users in San Antonio...
May 9, 2023
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On March 3, 2023, VIA Metropolitan Transit unveiled the first of eight electric buses it plans to begin placing into service later in 2023.
The eight, 40-foot Arc vehicles from Gillig will undergo final testing and staff training before they begin to enter service later in 2023.
March 6, 2023

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The $262.5 million operating budget projects a 3.3 percent growth in sales tax and holds steady VIA’s fares while VIA’s adopted capital budget of $128.3 million is $4.3 million...
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VIA Metropolitan Transit and local officials celebrated the opening of a Project Office for the city’s first ART corridor on June 28.
Though phased construction on the corridor isn’t set to begin until 2025, the opening of the office offers the opportunity to meet with project team members, give feedback and...
June 29, 2023
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VIA's ARC electric bus from Gillig.
VIA’s ARC electric buses feature an approximate range of 150 miles per charge, seating for up to 38 passengers, ambient lighting to reduce glare and USB charging ports at every...
June 7, 2023
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Brown began his career at VIA in 1990 as a part-time bus operator and has held several leadership positions, including VP of transportation, VP of safety, training and system ...
May 24, 2023
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Jeffrey Arndt received the reward in recognition of his work and contributions to transform mobility in the San Antonio region.
April 17, 2023
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From left to right: TMMTX President Kevin Voelkel, District 3 Councilwoman Phyllis Viagran, VIA Board of Trustees Chair Fernando Reyes, District 4 Councilwoman Dr. Adriana Rocha Garcia and VIA President and CEO Jeffrey C. Arndt.
The VIA Link South Zone has given more than 10,000 trips since opening in August.
March 13, 2023
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The agencies are offering discounted or free fares to students as a way to incentivize transit use and ease challenges associated with congestion.
Jan. 19, 2023
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VIA President and CEO Jeffrey C. Arndt speaks at the Oct. 5 dedication of the VIAtrans Operations Center and Maintenance Facility.
VIAtrans Operations Center and Maintenance Facility is the first maintenance and operations center for public transit to open in San Antonio in more than 75 years.
Oct. 11, 2022
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The total consolidated budget in FY23 is $406.6 million, which includes $274 million for operating and $132.6 million for capital, and no fare increases
Oct. 7, 2022
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The new service zone connects TAMUSA, Palo Alto College, Toyota and more areas.
Aug. 4, 2022
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The gains tracked indicate positive trend for the agency.
July 13, 2022
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Paid training is also provided for new hires.
June 6, 2022