Blog Post - New Activity Sheets for Kids

Across the country, kids have been home for months, and the start of the school year may be a virtual experience for many. If you’re a parent or a teacher looking for fun and educational resources for the kids, Rio Metro’s new rail saf...

Mandatory Face Coverings on Rio Metro Buses

Beginning Monday, May 18, 2020 all Rio Metro passengers are required to wear face coverings in order to board its buses. These measures are being taken in adherence and with respect to the state requirement that face coverings be worn in public. ...

Rail Runner Service Extends Suspension

New Mexico Rail Runner Express officials continue to work with New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s Administration and Task Force to develop COVID-Safe Practices to determine when it is deemed safe to begin Rail Runner service. At this t...

Coronavirus Information & Service Impacts

Rio Metro Regional Transit District Status Updates:

Rio Metro Regional Transit District is closely monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation. 

New Mexico Rail Runner Express

New Mexico Rail Runner Express service is suspended. Rail Runner offi...

Bus Updates and Safety Measures

Mandatory Passenger Face Covering: Beginning Monday, May 18, 2020 all Rio Metro passengers are required to wear face coverings in order to board its buses. Learn More

In accordance with the statewide stay-at-home order asking residents to remain in their h...

Rio Metro Temporarily Eliminates Bus Fares

Effective Tuesday, March 17, Rio Metro Regional Transit District buses and Dial-a-Ride services in Valencia and Sandoval Counties will be fare-free until further notice. 

In response to the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this will reduce ca...

Change in Customer Service Office Hours

New Rio Metro customer service office hours effective March 17, 2020 until further notice:

• Monday-Friday: 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
• Saturday-Sunday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Rio Metro Customer Service representatives are available at 866-795-RAIL (7245) and 505-245...

Love Your Wednesdays in 2020!

Rio Metro’s Seniors Ride Free program has been extended through 2020! Seniors age 62+ can ride any New Mexico Rail Runner Express train at no cost every Wednesday through the entire year. This is a great opportunity for residents and visitors to...

Rio Metro Route 201 Schedule Updates

Due to the construction and traffic on US 550 in Bernalillo, Rio Metro is augmenting the current Route 201 bus service to ensure passengers will arrive on time at the Sandoval County / US 550 Rail Runner Station.

• Effective Monday, January 13, 2020:&nbs...

Seniors Ride Free in 2020!

Rio Metro’s Seniors Ride Free program has been extended through 2020! Seniors age 62+ can ride any New Mexico Rail Runner Express train at no cost every Wednesday through the entire year. This is a great opportunity for residents and visitors to...