Core Transit Expands Summer Schedule Based on Passenger Feedback

"We're not just listening to passengers, we're acting on their feedback" — that's what Tanya Allen, Core Transit's executive director, says about the new summer 2026 schedule. This schedule, launching April 12, adds new stops and increases service across the valley.

The changes reflect passenger comments and the continuous growth in ridership. On the Highway 6 East and West route, new stops at West Vail Mall aim to help commuters get to work. More service during peak hours will also be added, including trips to Freedom Park. This will aid workers and students traveling to and from their destinations.

The Valley East and West route also gets additional service at West Vail Mall, improving connections for passengers traveling through the valley. This includes workers heading west for jobs. The Minturn route maintains its improved service, with added trips from last year remaining in place. These trips provide reliable connections between Minturn, Red Cliff, and the rest of the valley. The Leadville route sees continued expansion, with increased service introduced in 2025 staying in place for summer 2026.

Make no mistake, these changes are a direct result of passenger feedback. Core Transit is actively seeking more opinions, using surveys and daily interactions to shape the future of the service. The community's voice is guiding these improvements. As Allen puts it, "each improvement we make starts with listening to feedback." When passengers share how they use the transportation and where they need better connections, it helps Core Transit build a system that serves the community.

For locals, the new schedule means more options for traveling through the valley. With the days getting longer and the weather warming up, Core Transit is offering more opportunities to get around. The full summer schedule is set to launch on April 12, and passengers can plan their next trip by visiting coretransit.org.

This is not just about adding service or increasing frequency — it's about creating a system that is welcoming, accessible, reliable, and satisfactory for the community. The fact that Core Transit is actively seeking feedback and acting on it is worth watching.

The short version: Core Transit's new summer schedule adds service enhancements. But what's really important here is that these changes are driven by passenger feedback. The community is being heard, and that's what will continue to shape the future of transportation in the valley.

As the valley grows, so does the need for reliable transportation. Core Transit is taking steps to address this need, and it's doing so by listening to the people it serves. Read that again, the community's voice is guiding these improvements. That's a significant shift in how transportation is approached, and it's one that will likely have a lasting impact on the valley.

One thing to note: while Core Transit is expanding its offerings, there's no mention of how this will affect funding or costs for taxpayers. That's a question that still needs to be answered. For now, the focus is on the new schedule and the improvements it brings.

In the end, it's about creating a system that works for everyone. As Allen said, "improving the passenger experience is an ongoing conversation with our community." That conversation is ongoing, and it's one that will continue to shape the future of transportation in the valley. The question is, what's next for Core Transit, and how will it continue to address the growing needs of the community?