Washington County Transit Services Transition to Tri-Valley Transit on July 1
Berlin, VT — Beginning July 1, 2026, Washington County residents will see a transition of their public transportation services from Green Mountain Transit (GMT) to Tri-Valley Transit (TVT). This transition is part of a larger effort by the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) to bring rural and small-town transit under the umbrellas of agencies with a long history of serving those areas of the state. TVT, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary of rural service, is well-positioned to become the transit operator for Washington County.
In order to ensure a smooth and well-coordinated transition, TVT and GMT have been working closely together for months, with rider experience, service reliability, and continuity guiding every discussion and decision. TVT plans to maintain all current services without interruption and with no changes to routes or schedules. All rides will also remain fare-free. The Montpelier-Burlington LINK Express service, however, will continue to be operated by GMT out of Burlington.
To help ease the change, Washington County buses will display a transition logo in the weeks leading up to July 1. This approach maintains the familiar GMT logo while also introducing TVT as the new public transit provider, helping riders easily recognize their buses and services. Local phone numbers will remain the same, as will the drivers and office staff with whom Washington County riders are familiar with.
“Our dedicated Washington County team is committed to continuing to serve our community well while we make the transfer to become part of TVT, and I look forward to assuming my new role as TVT’s Regional Director for Washington County,” said Monica White, GMT’s Director of Central Vermont Services.
The transition will also include Demand Response services for riders who need access to healthcare and other critical services but do not have their own transportation and cannot access fixed route buses. Riders who currently use these services will continue to receive them without interruption. At TVT, these services are known as Dial-A-Ride (DAR).
TVT is committed to serving Washington County and delivering the same high level of service riders expect today, using proven strategies that supported the successful 2017 integration of ACTR in Addison County and Stagecoach in Orange and Northern Windsor counties. TVT remains focused on providing safe, reliable, and accessible public transportation that meets the needs of rural communities.
“We are grateful for the opportunity to serve Washington County riders and residents,” said Jim Moulton, TVT’s Executive Director. “Our highest priority is maintaining reliable, uninterrupted service. We see public transportation as essential infrastructure that connects people to the places they need to go, and we look forward to helping strengthen quality of life for rural Vermonters in Washington County.”
About Tri-Valley Transit: Tri-Valley Transit is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and is the public transportation provider for Addison, Orange, and Northern Windsor counties of Vermont. TVT’s mission is to enhance the economic, social, and environmental health of the communities served by providing public transportation services for everyone that are safe, reliable, and accessible.
About Green Mountain Transit: Green Mountain Transit is Vermont’s largest public transportation provider, offering local bus routes, commuter service, and ADA paratransit throughout northwestern and central Vermont. GMT is committed to providing safe, accessible, and reliable transportation that connects people to jobs, healthcare, education, and community services while promoting a more sustainable future for the region.