May 15 5:00 AM
Inbound stops at Americana & Ann Morrison and Americana & Shoreline closed. Temp stop placed far side of Shoreline. No temp stop placed for Ann Morrison, please use American & Latah stop if needed.
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Please submit one form per youth.
VRT is excited to partner with the City of Boise to provide free bus passes to youth 18 and under, traveling in the Treasure Valley from May 1 to August 31, 2026.
This pilot program, designed for the summers of 2026 and 2027, is funded by the City of Boise through a grant from the Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation and advances goals in the City’s 2025 Youth Roadmap, which calls for reducing transportation barriers so young people can access opportunities across the region.
HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE BOISE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Did you know high school students in the Boise School District can ride the bus for free? Just show your school ID to your driver and get on board!
Children 5 & under
Did you know children 5 and under ride free with a fare-paying passenger? Just let your driver know when you board!
*includes Boise High, Borah High, Capital High, Timberline High, Frank Church High School, Community Based Education Training Program (CBET), Student Transition Education Program (STEP), and Boise Alternative to Suspension and Expulsion (BOSS)
Youth Ride Free Resources
We’ve made it easy to learn more about Youth Ride Free with How to Ride information, a partner toolkit, sponsorship opportunities, questions and answers, and more!
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How to Ride
Curious about how to use Youth Ride Free now that you have a pass? Check out our how-to guide for summer travel.
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Partner Toolkit
We’ve made it easy to spread the word about Youth Ride Free with printable and shareable goods.
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Sponsorship Opportunities
We’re looking for community partners to help support and expand the impact of VRT Youth Ride Free. Interested?
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Upcoming Events
Events: Youth Ride Free
May 19 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Curious Minds Lecture Series: How Boise Moves And How Boise Reduces Carbon
Join us for an evening of conversation with two Boise-based transportation and planning professionals. Together, they'll explore how our community moves and how transportation choices shape our climate future: how systems are planned, how data informs carbon reduction strategies, and how we can build more sustainable ways to get around.This program will feature short talks followed by discussion, with plenty of time for questions.
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May 23 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Bus Day Ever: Family Ride Day
Celebrate the start of summer break with VRT, Communities for Youth, and the City of Boise! Bus Day Ever: Family Ride Day is a Youth Ride Free scavenger hunt. Get your Youth Ride Free pass and ride the bus to find clues and win prizes. Plus, you’ll have VRT staff to help you navigate along the way.
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May 30 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Spring Fling Family Fair
Valley Regional Transit will be joining nearly 20 community partners to connect families with helpful services, programs, and opportunities throughout the Treasure Valley. Stop by the VRT booth to learn more about public transportation options, Youth Ride Free, trip planning tools, and how transit can help your family stay connected to school, work, parks, events, and more. Families can enjoy interactive activities, kid-friendly fun, giveaways, and information from organizations dedicated to supporting our community.