PTA’s Newport Hop-On Hop-Off Promotion Ends Tomorrow, Saturday, October 31, 2026
Newport Customer Service Kiosk Will Also Close
Providence, Rhode Island…. Following a successful summer and fall season, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will conclude its “Hop-On Hop-Off” bus service promotion in Newport tomorrow, Saturday, October 31, 2026. The free service, funded by Discover Newport and the Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island, provided transportation to popular tourist destinations and beaches on Route 67 (Bellevue/Salve Regina Univ.) and Route 68 (CCRI/Memorial Blvd./First Beach).
Beginning on Sunday, November 1, passengers will be required to pay the full fare on Routes 67 and 68.
The RIPTA Customer Service Kiosk at the Newport Transportation Center, which opened for the promotion, will close on Saturday, October 31, 2026. However, the restrooms will remain open daily to the public through December 31, 2026.
For more information on Newport bus service, passengers can call 401-781-9400 or visit //RIPTA.com/Newport.
Cristy Raposo Perry
Deputy Chief of Communications
Phone: 401-784-9500 x1242
Email: raposo@ripta.com
UPCOMING OUT OF OFFICE: Nov. 16, Nov. 27 – Dec. 5
Rhode Island Public Transit Authority
705 Elmwood Avenue
Providence, Rhode Island 02907
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