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Rochester Schools, Transit Partner for Free High School Busing
Students and parents can ride city buses to and from school for free with a school ID.
Apr. 6, 2026 at 10:03pm
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A bold, pop art-inspired illustration celebrates the new free bus service for Rochester high school students and their families.Rochester TodayRochester Public Schools and Rochester Public Transit have announced a new partnership to provide free bus rides to high school students and their families. Students just need to show their school ID to ride the city buses for free between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. RPS is encouraging families to take advantage of this new offering and contact the transportation department to be removed from their current bus routes.
Why it matters
This program aims to improve access to education and reduce transportation barriers for high school students and their families in Rochester. Free public transit can help increase school attendance, engagement, and opportunities, especially for lower-income households that may struggle with the costs of private transportation.
The details
Under the new partnership, Rochester Public Schools and Rochester Public Transit will offer fare-free city bus rides to and from school for all high school students. Students just need to show their school ID to ride the buses, and family members accompanying them can also ride for free.
- The free busing program begins on April 6, 2026.
The players
Rochester Public Schools
The public school district serving the city of Rochester, Minnesota.
Rochester Public Transit
The public transportation system serving the city of Rochester, Minnesota.
What they’re saying
“We encourage families to support students as they begin using this offering.”
— Rochester Public Schools
What’s next
Students who find a route they like should contact the RPS Transportation Department to be removed from their current bus route.
The takeaway
This new free busing program demonstrates how public schools and transit agencies can partner to improve access to education and reduce transportation barriers for high school students and their families, especially those from lower-income backgrounds.
