SouthWest Transit (SWT) is aware of the traffic issues in the Downtown zone in the afternoon that are causing significant delays to our service, and we share the frustrations of our riders. Please know that we are doing everything we can to address the issue, but we can only do so much as the issue is being created by a lack of proper traffic control by the City of Minneapolis. We have reached out to the City of Minneapolis several times, including sending a letter directly to the Mayor, and still traffic control officers are not prioritizing buses. We encourage our riders to contact the City of Minneapolis directly and ask that buses start being prioritized by traffic control officers. We greatly appreciate your patience and patronage while we work though the always difficult construction season.
Please click here to view SouthWest Transit's letter to Mayor Frey.
What is SW Ride?
SW Ride is SouthWest Transit's bike rental program, which runs April 22nd to October 18th. Bikes are available to rent for the whole season or daily.
How Do I Rent a Bike for the Day?
Daily bike rentals are available at the customer service desk at SouthWest Station for only $4/day.
How Do I Rent a Bike for the Season?
Fill out the application below. Once your application is received, a customer service agent will contact you with information on when and where you can pick up the bike.
How Much Does It Cost?
Pickup Between 4/22-5/10: $75
Pickup Between 5/13/-6/7: $65
Pickup Between 6/10-7/12: $55
Pickup Between 7/15-8/9: $45
Pickup 8/12 or Later: $35
All bikes are due back to SouthWest Transit by Friday, October 18th.
For a PDF of the application, click here
Early construction work on Southwest Light Rail Transit (Southwest LRT) has begun, including installation of barricades and fencing around construction sites and clearing trees.
For information on what to expect with Southwest Light Rail Transit construction, answers to questions and concerns and the latest updates, please visit SWLRT.org or follow them on Twitter @SouthwestLRT.
For urgent Southwest LRT construction issues, please call their 24-hour hotline at 612-373-3933 for assistance.
SW Perks is SouthWest Transit's new rewards program. Our riders can earn points for riding, connecting on social media, and referring friends to SouthWest Transit.
Riders can connect their Go-To cards to earn points faster! Connect your Go-To Card, MetroPass, College Pass, or U-Pass to your account and receive points every time you use that card to pay for your ride.
Signing up for SW Perks is completely free! Click here to sign up today. All current and new SouthWest Transit riders are eligible for this free program.
Don't miss out on the fun and great perks! Set up your account today at perks.swtransit.org!
