Polar Express Scavenger Hunt 🚂

Sun Tran is excited to partner with Watershed Management Group this holiday season to bring you a magical evening aboard the Polar Express! Celebrate clean air, sustainability and the joy of public transportation with this fun-filled event on Thursday, December 19.

Participants will ride the Polar Express (Sun Tran bus) in several shifts, beginning at 5 p.m. Rides depart at 5:00 PM, 5:30 PM and 6:00 PM. Please arrive 15 minutes early.

🌟 Hop On at the Living Lab!

Start the journey at WMG’s Living Lab (1137 North Dodge) and board the free Polar Express (Sun Tran bus).

🍿 Stop at Casa Video

Riders will soak up the holiday cheer at Casa Video and enjoy complimentary popcorn and $1 off drinks.

🎥 Final Destination: Hotel Congress

End the evening with a screening of The Polar Express!

To register or learn more, click the button below!

Need a ride to WMG’s Living Lab?

Riders can utilize Route 4 Speedway and hop off at either Speedway Boulevard/Dodge Boulevard or Speedway Boulevard/Richey Boulevard bus stops.

Before riding, remember to check routes for alerts and detours.

Holiday Cheer: Stuff-the-Bus with Sun Tran & The Salvation Army

Sun Tran and The Salvation Army are teaming up once again for their annual Stuff-the-Bus Toy Drive to spread holiday cheer to Tucson families in need. This year’s event will take place on Friday, December 13, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Walmart, located at 7150 East Speedway Boulevard.

iHeartMedia’s 92.9 The Bull, 93.7 KRQ and other local radio stations will broadcast live from Walmart throughout the day, adding festive energy to the event!

This heartwarming event not only brings joy to children but also demonstrates the generosity of Tucson residents. Donations of new, unwrapped toys for children ages 0-12 can be dropped off in person at Walmart, or made online at www.salvationarmytucson.org/stuff-the-bus.

“Sun Tran is proud to partner with the Salvation Army once again for the Stuff-the-Bus event,” said Sun Tran General Manager Mikel Oglesby. “Last year, our community donated an incredible 909 toys, including 65 bicycles, and $160 in cash contributions. These generous donations truly embody the spirit of giving and make a lasting impact on local families. We look forward to another successful year of spreading holiday cheer.”

This year’s drive aims to surpass last year’s remarkable contributions in an effort to see that no child goes without a gift this holiday season.

Hop on Route 4!

Riders can conveniently take Route 4 to the Speedway Boulevard/ Kolb Road bus stop to join the festivities.

Can’t attend the event, but still want to donate?

No worries! Monetary donations can be made. Click the button to donate and spread the holiday joy this season.

56th Annual Spring Street Fair: Streetcar Detour and Transit Options

Get ready, Tucson! The 56th Annual Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair is back from March 21-23, bringing a weekend filled with local vendors, delicious food, live entertainment, and a vibrant atmosphere. Sun Link will experience temporary route adjustment starting Thursday, March 20 at approximately 1 p.m. through Sunday, March 23 to accommodate the event.
The following streetcar stops will not be serviced:
  • Fourth Avenue/ Sixth Street
  • Fourth Avenue/ Fourth Street
Getting around the street fair just got easier! Riders have two simple options to stay on track:
  1. Travel through the street fair and enjoy the festivities as you make your way to the next stop.
  2. Board the special event Sun Tran bus, which will detour around the street fair and connect you back to the streetcar route.
Where to board the special event bus:
  • Fourth Avenue/ Stevens Avenue
  • Fifth Avenue/ Sixth Street
  • University Boulevard/ Third Avenue

These bus stops are just a few hundred feet from the streetcar platforms, and easy-to-follow signs will direct you to the boarding areas. Remember to use the crosswalk when crossing the street.

  • Heading West to Downtown/Mercado? Board at University Boulevard/3rd Avenue.
  • Traveling East to Main Gate/University of Arizona? Board at Fourth Avenue/Stevens Avenue.
  • The stop on Fifth Avenue/Sixth Street stop is conveniently located near the heart of the street fair!

Sun Tran Rider Alert

Click the button below to view route alerts and detours!


Leave the driving to us!

Skip the hassle of parking and traffic by taking the eco-friendly Sun Link streetcar to this year’s Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair! Park your vehicle in any of the metered parking spots, lots or garages along the route, and then hop on the closest streetcar stop to reach the street fair. Remember fares are currently free so hop on and off as many times as you want.

You can also use routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10, 12, 16, 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, and 25 to travel to the Ronstadt Transit Center in downtown Tucson and then hop on the Sun Link streetcar from there!

Need help with trip planning?

We’re here to help! There are multiple ways to plan your trip:

  1. Visit our website to find route schedules and alerts.
  2. Call Customer Service at (520) 792-9222 (TDD: 520-628-1565). Translation Assistance is available, call the Customer Service number, press 3 then mention what language you need.

Trick-or-Treat on Sun Link’s Spooky Train!

Families are invited to join the Sun Link Spooky Train for a spooktacular Halloween event on Sunday, October 27, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Fourth Avenue and Eighth Street.

This family-friendly event offers a fun-filled afternoon trick-or-treating aboard the streetcar! Participants are encouraged to wear their most creative Halloween costumes.

But the fun doesn’t stop there! Enjoy special deals from Fourth Avenue merchants all day long, and attend a costume contest at Haggerty Plaza starting at 1 p.m. Haggerty Plaza is located at 316 North Fourth Avenue.

The Sun Link streetcar is FREE, allowing everyone to easily travel between the University of Arizona, Fourth Avenue, Downtown, and the Mercado District without needing to drive. Leave the driving to us!

For more information, visit Suntran.com or call Customer Service at (520) 792-9222 (TDD: 520-628-1565).

Spooky Train Map

For more information about Trick-or-Treating on Fourth Avenue, click the button below!

Calling All Tucson Transit Enthusiasts!

Are you passionate about public transportation and ready to make a difference in Tucson’s transit community?

Join the Sun Guides program and become a trusted ambassador for Sun Tran! Whether you’re a daily rider, a transit advocate, or someone who loves helping others, this training is for YOU.

What you’ll gain:

  • Expert knowledge of Sun Tran’s system
  • Tips for guiding riders to their destinations with confidence
  • Hands-on skills for assisting all types of passengers, from local to visitors
  • A chance to shape Tucson’s public transportation future with your passion
The first training session will occur on Thursday, November 14 at 4 p.m. at Sun Tran’s Administrative Building, 3910 N. Sun Tran Blvd. (Route 10).

If you’d like to learn more or sign up, please email SunTranMarketing@tucsonaz.gov for more details!

Pedal and Park: Sun Tran Repurposes Bike Lockers

For more than 20 years, Park Tucson has offered an essential service: bike lockers. Located at various parking facilities across the city of Tucson, these secure spaces have provided commuters and cyclists with peace of mind, knowing their bicycles are safe while they navigate their day.

Last month, thanks to Sun Tran, Park Tucson received 11 bike lockers for the community. Originally part of Sun Tran’s facilities, these lockers have found a new home with Park Tucson, making this a collaborative effort to enhance biking infrastructure in the city. Some will replace aging lockers, while others will be installed at additional surface lots.

Bicycle lockers are available for annual rental at several locations:

  • City Hall (255 West Alameda Street)
  • City-State Garage (498 West Congress Street)
  • Library Garage (45 West Alameda Street)
  • La Entrada/Tucson Water Garage (310 West Alameda Street)
  • Public Works Garage (50 West Alameda Street)

Riders interested in renting a bike locker, please contact Park Tucson (520) 791-5071 to check for availability. Once a locker has been selected, visit the Park Tucson office, 110 East Pennington Street, Suite 150, to fill out the Bicycle Locker Rental Agreement and pay the required fees.  

These lockers are open to everyone, from city employees to the public at large. No matter the destination, Park Tucson has a space for your ride. This joint effort between Sun Tran and Park Tucson highlights their shared commitment to supporting sustainable transportation and making Tucson a bike-friendly city where cyclist can thrive.

Stuff-the-Bus with Emerge 💜

Sun Tran, in collaboration with Emerge Center Against Domestic Abuse, is proud to announce its annual Stuff-the-Bus event on Saturday 28, 2024.
Stuff the bus wish list for September 28

This community event will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Walmart’s parking lot located at El Con Shopping Center, 3435 East Broadway Boulevard, Tucson, AZ 85716.

The Emerge Stuff-the-Bus event is a vital initiative designed to gather supplies for survivors of domestic abuse. These essential items will support individuals and families as they rebuild their lives. The Tucson community can participate by donating new items such as kitchen starter sets, linens, toiletries, and items for children, teens, and adults.

If you are unable to attend in person, you can still make an impact. Access the Emerge Amazon wish list or make a monetary donation through the Emerge Center’s website.

Since 2019. Sun Tran has collaborated with Emerge to gather essential donations for those fleeing domestic violence. Last year alone, the Stuff-the-Bus event raised $2,500 in cash donations and supplies!


To learn more about Emerge visit Emergecenter.org
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence call National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1−800−799−7233 or Emerge at 1-888-428-0101.

Sun Link Pop-Up Job Fair, September 21!

Sun Link is hosting a pop-up job fair on Saturday, September 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Fourth Avenue and Eighth Street.

A Sun Link Streetcar will be parked on Fourth Avenue and Eighth Street so attendees can walk through the streetcar, learn firsthand what it takes to operate a streetcar and find out how to be part of the team that keeps Tucson moving. Sun Link staff will be there to share information about the streetcar operator role, what qualifications applicants need, and the incredible benefits that come with the job.

Join Our Team!

Sun Link operators start at $19.69/hour, plus plenty of opportunities for overtime. Sun Link also offers great benefits that keep employees and their families happy and healthy.

Benefits include:

  • Health care, dental, and vision coverage for employee and dependents
  • Paid Holidays
  • Sick Leave
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Personal Time Off (PTO)

Interested applicants can email their resumes to Jeannette.haro@tucsonaz.gov.

For more information about this event visit Suntran.com or call Customer Service (520) 792-9222. For current career opportunities with Sun Link, visit Suntran.com/opportunities or call (520) 791-3333. https://www.suntran.com/fares-passes/

Labor Day Transit Schedules

Sun Tran, Sun Express, Sun Van, Sun On Demand, Sun Link, and Sun Shuttle will operate on a special holiday schedule in observance of Labor Day Monday, September 2, 2024. Riders are encouraged to plan their trips accordingly.

  • Sun Tran: Sunday schedule. Please remember that bus service to most routes ends before 9 p.m.
  • Sun Link: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Sun Van: Sunday Schedule (4:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.)
  • Sun On Demand: Sunday schedule (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
  • Sun Express and Sun Shuttle will not be in operation.
  • Sun Shuttle ADA Dial-a-Ride: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Regular service will resume on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.

Passengers can find schedule information and plan trips using the Sun Tran app, the Sun Tran website at Suntran.com, or call Customer Service at (520) 792-9222 (TDD: 520-628-1565).

Fall Transit Schedules Beginning August 18!

Sun Tran, Sun Express, Sun Link and Sun Shuttle are rolling out new schedules beginning Sunday, August 18.

The following Sun Tran and Sun Express routes will have schedule changes:

  • 2, 3, 10, 15, 17, 24, 26, 34, 50, 102X and 105X

Sun Link Streetcar has extended service until 2 a.m. from Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays beginning August 18 to December 22, 2024.

Sun Link Streetcar Winter Schedule

Sun Shuttle schedules are now part of the August Ride Guide! Riders can find Sun Shuttle schedules on page 90.

Schedule Changes

The following routes will have schedule changes:

  • 401, 412, 413, 421X, 430, 440, 450, 486

Extended Service Hours

  • Sahuarita/Green Valley Dial-a-Ride extended weekday service from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Ajo Dial-a-Ride extended weekday service from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Added Stops

The following routes have added stops:

421X

Route 412X added stops at:

  • Nogales Highway
  • Abrego Drive
  • Madera Market Place
  • Calle Arroyo

430

Route 430 added stops along Irvington:

Westbound

  • Liberty/ Utah
  • Liberty/ Nebraska
  • 12th Avenue/ Nebraska
  • 12th Avenue/ Wyoming
  • Irvington/ 15th Avenue
  • Irvington/ Landing Center
  • Irvington/ Midvale Park

Eastbound

  • Sheridan/ Idaho
  • Irvington/ Midvale Park
  • Irvington/ 15th Avenue
  • Irvington/ 11th Avenue

440

Route 440 added stops at:

Southbound

  • Liberty/ Utah
  • Liberty/ Nebraska
  • 12th Avenue/ Nebraska
  • 12th Avenue/ Canada Drive
  • 12th Avenue/ Drexel
  • 12th Avenue/ Calle Alvord
  • 12th Avenue/ Santa Rosa
  • 12th Avenue/ Santa Maria
  • Valencia/ 12th Avenue
  • Valencia/ Santa Clara (NW)
  • Valencia/ Midvale Medical Center
  • Valencia/ Oak Tree
  • Valencia/ Headley
  • Mission/ Valencia

Northbound

  • Valencia/ Headley
  • Valencia/ Indian Agency Road
  • Valencia/ Commerce Court
  • 12th Avenue/ Santa Maria
  • 12th Avenue/ Bilby
  • 12th Avenue/ Calle Alvord
  • 12th Avenue/ Drexel
  • 12th Avenue/ Canada Street
  • 12th Avenue/ Nebraska
  • 12th Avenue/ Wyoming
  • Irvington/ 11th Avenue

Marana/ Avra Valley Dial-a-Ride

Marana/ Avra DAR added stops at:

  • Arizona Pavilions
  • Tucson Premium Outlets
  • William Taft Abbott Sr. Library

Added Flag Zone

Route 440 added a flag zone from Little Nogales to San Xavier Health Center.


Need assistance with trip planning?

There are multiple ways to plan your trip:

  1. Call Customer Service (520) 792-9222 (TDD: 520-628-1565)
  2. Visit the website Suntran.com
  3. Download the bus tracker and trip planning Sun Tran app! Available in the App Store or Google Play.