About Unlimited Access
The Unlimited Access program means employers provide access for employees to ride DART buses free, unlimited times. This is a great benefit for employees -- providing a reliable way to get to work, helping employees save money and reducing stress from commuting.
Services Eligible:
- Local Routes
- Express Routes
- On Call / Flex
Services Not Eligible:
- Paratransit / Bus Plus
- Event-specific service (i.e. Iowa State Fair)
How to Ride with Your Employee Badge
As you are getting onto the bus, simply show the bus driver your employee badge. Please allow enough time for the driver to see which company you work for.
Plan a Trip
- View the DART system map and bus route schedules.
- Google Maps - Enter your trip details and click on the transit icon to view the best DART option for your itinerary.
- Contact DART Customer service by phone at 515-283-8100 option 0, by email at dart@ridedart.com or in person at DART Central Station, 620 Cherry St., Des Moines.
Rider Tools
Text or call for your next bus time. Each bus stop is assigned a 4-digit number, which can be found on the bus stop pole. Make sure to have that number ready before you text or call.
- Text DART and the 4-digit bus stop number (Example: DART0000) to 515515.
- Call 515-283-8100 and select Option 1.
How to Ride Tips
- Arrive at your bus stop early and make sure the driver can see you.
- Have your employee badge ready.
- Please no eating or drinking on the bus.
- Stay alert and remember to signal the driver about a block before your stop—you do this by pulling the cord above the window or pressing the stop button on the hand rails about a block before your stop.