Rural Community Transportation

12/02/2025

Last year, RCT gave 181,273 rides to residents of over 61 towns across Northern Vermont.

We provide non emergency medical transportation for those without their own transportation, rides for older adults and persons with disabilities, recovery, social and job opportunities, and an alternative form of transportation for those that choose to leave their car at home.

We work hard to provide these rides fare free to the rider because accessible and reliable public transportation is essential for healthy communities.

Today is Please help us continue to provide fare free transportation for our communities.

Beginning Jan 1, 2026 RCT will assume responsibility for fixed-route bus and demand response public transportation services in Franklin and Grand Isle counties. For more info click here.

09/29/2025

We are very happy to work with community partners in balancing climate resiliency, and our region's well-being and economic vitality.
This day was informative and meaningful. We are grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the conversation.
From forest products to outdoor recreation, our forests are truly at the heart of our lives.

07/21/2025

It was an amazing weekend at the Lamoille Field Days and the Lyndonville Stars & Stripes Festival! 🎉 We love getting out and about to connect and celebrate this good life with our communities.

A special shoutout to our incredible staff and their families who showed up and represented RCT in the Stars & Stripes parade — your heart and dedication are what make our organization so special! 💕

07/16/2025

Today is National Rural Transit Day.

On Rural Transit Day, and every day throughout the year, we pledge to:

Understand the unique needs of rural and tribal passengers and plan services to meet those needs.

Provide all passengers with helpful, courteous, and respectful customer service.

Coordinate with community organizations to provide transportation to as many destinations as possible.

Involve passengers, community stakeholders, and elected officials in service planning.

Assure that vehicles and facilities are safe, clean, well-maintained, and comfortable.

Invest in training and education that keep staff current, knowledgeable and skilled.

Contribute to an organizational culture where staff are motivated and successful.

Have a plan for potential emergencies and disasters and communicate that plan to all stakeholders.

Keep up with and invest in new technologies and funding opportunities to continually improve services.

Thank you to all rural transit workers for keeping the wheels on the road each day and making the world a better place.
Sincerely,
Team RCT

06/26/2025

Plan to check out this Final Friday, see our newly wrapped electric vans, meet the artists who designed them, and get a ride home at the end of the night. We are glad to be a part of these fabulous community events. We look forward to seeing you there!

06/24/2025

Thanks to everyone who shared feedback on our Route 2 Commuter service! Your input helps us better serve our riders every day. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and enjoy the sunshine! 🌞💧

06/20/2025

We are incredibly proud to be a part of the solution to the question; How do you maintain a social life in Vermont when you can no longer drive?
We connect people and communities, one ride at a time!
Vermont Public

Join us as we tag along with three Vermonters who have given up their car keys — but not at the expense of their communities and friendships.

06/17/2025

Thank you to Catamount Film and Arts, The Vermont Arts Council, artists Harrison Creative, Magic Wolf Co, and Kimberlee Forney for making these fabulous works of art come to life! Along with support from Butternut Mountain Farm: The Vermont Maple Sugar Company.
Special thank you to RCT driver Brenda Rudinsky for representing RCT in the group that chose the winning artists.

Rural Community Transportation (RCT) and Catamount Arts with funding from the Vermont Arts Council are thrilled to announce a vibrant new collaboration that’s putting art on the move—literally! In a unique fusion of creativity and community service, local artists have been commissioned to design...

04/29/2025

Becoming a volunteer driver is rewarding and beneficial for everyone! Volunteer your time to help people get where they need to go, and make some extra cash by being reimbursed for your mileage at the current GSA rate. Click through for information.

At RCT, our volunteer drivers donate their time and are reimbursed for their mileage at the current GSA rate. If you have your own vehicle and time to give,we make it easy: drive as much or as little as your schedule allows, and we’ll reimburse you for all travel expenses! Becoming an RCT Voluntee...

04/03/2025

🚍 Let’s Talk Public Transportation! 🚍

Join us on April 11th in Groton for a community conversation about public transportation. We’ll share updates, answer questions, and—most importantly—listen to your experiences and needs. Your input helps shape the future of RCT services! Hope to see you there!

03/25/2025

We love this tribute by the Newport Dispatch to RCT driver Chris Braithwaite—celebrating his incredible journalistic legacy and dedication to connecting and supporting his community. 🚍📰 We are honored to have him on our team. Thank you Chris!

NEWPORT –– A legend in Vermont journalism has taken an unexpected turn in his career. Chris Braithwaite, founder and 40-year publisher of the Barton Chronicle, now spends his days navigating the rural roads of the region—not in pursuit of a story, but as a bus driver for Rural Community Transp...

03/14/2025

Thank you, Newport! 🙌

We truly appreciate the great discussion yesterday and are grateful to the town for providing space in the Municipal Building. A big thank you to everyone who took the time to attend—your input and ideas are invaluable! Open communication is key, and we’re excited to keep working together to meet the needs of our community.

Teamwork makes the dream work! 💪✨

Also, a big shoutout to Newport Dispatch for the excellent coverage! 📰

NEWPORT — Rural Community Transportation (RCT) has seen a significant increase in ridership since transitioning from its Highlander shuttle service to the more flexible RCT Rides program, officials reported during a community meeting Thursday. At the informal discussion held in the Newport Municip...