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Jump to: Hiker Express Shuttle -- Village Route -- Hermit Route -- Kaibab Rim Route
Tusayan Route shuttle in service May 11 - September 6, 2013 ... more
Hermit Road shuttle in service through November 30, 2013 ... more
This spring and summer, free shuttle buses are operating on four routes.
- The routes interconnect, but do not overlap.
- No tickets are required, and bus stops are clearly marked throughout the park by signs.
- Buses are white with a green stripe.
- The buses display the route name on the front.
- Pets are not permitted on buses.
- Service may be suspended during inclement weather.
- Each shuttle bus is equipped with a 2 or 3-capacity bicycle rack on the front. Bicyclists are required to load and unload their own bikes, and are responsible for bike security. Bicycle one way and ride the shuttle the other..
- Shuttle buses are equipped with ramps and space to carry passengers in wheelchairs. Please note: wheelchairs larger than 30 inches wide by 48 inches long (76 by 122 cm) cannot be accommodated on shuttle buses.
- Most motorized scooters will not fit on the buses..
- The Scenic Drive Accessibility Permit allows entry for visitors with mobility issues to some areas closed to public traffic. The permit is available at entrance gates, National Park Service visitor centers, and hotel lobbies.
Download a version of this map from links above. The letter-size version keeps the same scale as the large map & requires 4 sheets of paper.
Free shuttle buses take you to places in the park you cannot drive. Park your vehicle in one of the parking areas, proceed to the nearest bus stop, and board the next bus. Information about bus routes is available on the map (that you may download above) and at bus stops. Buses display the route name on the front marquee. The buses come by every 15–30 min.
Village Route (Blue) 50 minutes round trip
Now In Service
Provides transportation between Grand Canyon Visitor Center, hotels, restaurants, and campgrounds.
This is not a scenic route, but canyon views are a short walk from some stops.
Map showing the Village Loop (Blue) bus stops
Boarding Village Route bus at Visitor Center.
50 Minutes Round-trip
(without getting off the bus)
May buses run every:
30 minutes 4:30-6:30 a.m.
15 minutes 6:30 am-7:30 p.m.
30 minutes 7:30-10 p.m.
June 1 - Sept. 2, buses run every:
• 30 minutes 4:00 - 6:15 a.m.
• 15 minutes 6:15 am - 7:00 p.m.
• 30 minutes 7:00 - 11:00 p.m
passengers should be at a bus stop by 10:30 pm
Visitors dining in Grand Canyon Village need to be at a bus stop no later than 9:30 pm.
This is not a scenic route,
but rim views are available a short walk from some stops.
Kaibab/Rim Route (Orange) 50 minutes round trip
Now In Service
Route stops at five scenic viewpoints, Grand Canyon Visitor Center and Yavapai Geology Museum.
This route and the morning Hiker's Express shuttle bus offer the only access to South Kaibab Trailhead.
Map showing the Kaibab/ Rim Route (Orange) bus stops
Kaibab/Rim Shuttle Bus at the Yaki Point Stop
50 Minutes Round-trip
(without getting off the bus)
May buses run every:
30 minutes 4:30 am - 6:30 am
15 minutes 6:30 am to one hour after sunset
June 1 - Sept. 2, buses run every:
• 30 minutes 4-6:30 am
• 17 minutes 6:30 am to sunset
• 30 minutes from sunset to an hour after sunset
Hermit Road - Scenic Route (Red) 80 minutes round trip
In service through November 30, 2013
Shuttle bus service on Hermit Road provides transportation between the Village Route Transfer Station and Hermits Rest (7 miles/ 11 km) with stops at nine scenic overlooks. The route is in operation between March 1 and November 30. During that time, the road is closed to private vehicles.
Click on image above to download a printable version of the map. Hermit Route (Red) Bus Stops and trails are show. In service between March 1, 2013 and November 30, 2013.
Last Stop: Hermits Rest
NPS Photo by michael quinn
80 Minutes Round-trip
(without getting off the bus)
Nine overlooks
Hopi Point has restrooms
Hermits Rest has water, snack bar, restrooms, and gift shop
Return trip buses stop only at 4 stops:
Hermits Rest, Pima, Mohave, and Powell Points.
May buses run every:
30 minutes 4:30-7 am
15 minutes 7 am to sunset
30 minutes sunset to an hour after sunset
June 1 - Sept 2, buses run every:
• 30 minutes 4 -6:45 am
• 15 minutes 6:45 am to sunset
• 30 minutes from sunset to an hour after sunset
Between March 1 and November 30 of each year, this bus route may be used in conjunction with the rim trail. It is possible to get off at one stop, enjoy a scenic walk along the rim - then get back on the bus at the next stop.
If you feel like taking a longer walk, fill a backpack with food and water, then take the shuttle bus all the way out to Hermit's Rest and day hike the Rim Trail the 8 miles (12.8 km) back to the Village.
Touring Hermit Road
If you enjoy bicycling, Hermit Road is probably the best cycling road in the park. Compared to most roads in the village, there is far less traffic out on Hermit Road since private vehicles are not permitted 9 months of the year. (between March 1, and November 30) Be careful during the winter, though, because the road is open to all vehicles between December 1, and February 28.
Each shuttle bus is equipped with a 2 or 3-capacity bicycle rack on the front. Bicycle one way and ride the shuttle the other. In addition to the road itself, there are three miles of paved Greenway trail - great for cyclists as well as hikers.
Hermit Road shuttle at Monument Creek Overlook, the east end of the Hermit Road Greenway.
Tusayan Route (Purple) 40 minutes round trip:
In service Saturday, May 11, through Friday, September 6, 2013.
A "park & ride" shuttle bus service is provided between the gateway community of
Tusayan/ Grand Canyon Airport, and the Grand Canyon National Park Visitor Center.
(7 miles/ 11km south of the S. Rim village)
- 20 minutes each way (riding time; no stop)
- Buses will run at 20 minute intervals between 8:00 a.m. and 9:30 p.m. daily.
- First bus leaves Tusayan at 8 am from IMAX Theater.
First bus leaves Grand Canyon Visitor Center at 8:30 am.
Last buses leave IMAX at 9:45 p.m. and Grand Canyon Visitor Center at 9:30 pm. daily.
- Shuttle buses make the following four stops in Tusayan:
1) IMAX Theater/ R.P.'s Stage Stop
2) Best Western Grand Canyon Squire Inn
3) The Grand Hotel
4) Big E Steakhouse and Saloon
Visitors who will be entering the park from Tusayan via the shuttle bus
must present a valid park entrance pass.
Entrance passes may be purchased at park entrances or at various businesses in Tusayan.
Park in Tusayan and ride the free shuttle into the park. The airport parking lot is shown above.
Boarding the Hiker's Express Shuttle
The Hiker's Express Shuttle Bus
An early morning bus with service to South Kaibab Trailhead.
Bus departs from Bright Angel Lodge bus stop on the hour; second stop at Backcountry Information Center; third stop at Grand Canyon Visitor Center; last stop at South Kaibab Trailhead.
Bus leaves Bright Angel Lodge at:
May & September: 5:00, 6:00 and 7:00 am
June, July, and August: 4:00, 5:00 and 6:00 am
Your phone provides a fun way to learn more about the Park.
Listen to park rangers give 2 minute audio tours at various points of interest on the South Rim, from Hermit Road to Yaki Point, and the North Rim. Learn more...
1976 photo of Hermit Road shuttle.
The South Rim Shuttle Bus System
For more than 30 years the National Park Service has provided a free shuttle bus system on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Visitors and residents have made 75,000,000 boardings.
Many of the buses use compressed or liquefied natural gas, a cleaner burning fuel. Shuttle buses are equipped with ramps and space to carry passengers in wheelchairs. Please note: wheelchairs larger than 30 inches wide by 48 inches long (76 by 122 cm) cannot be accommodated on shuttle buses. Most motorized scooters will not fit on buses.
Riding the shuttles makes your stay more enjoyable, while reducing pollution and decreasing traffic congestion.
News Releases
May 8, 2013
Tusayan Route Shuttle to Resume Service between Tusayan, Arizona and Grand Canyon National Park
May 4, 2012
Tusayan Route Shuttle to Resume Service between Tusayan, Arizona and Grand Canyon National Park
May 10, 2011
The National Park Service (NPS) will again offer shuttle bus service between Grand Canyon National Park and the neighboring town of Tusayan. The service will be available from May 14 through September 9 and will run at 15 minute intervals between 8:00 a.m. and 9:30 p.m.
April 14, 2010
The National Park Service (NPS) will offer a shuttle bus route between Grand Canyon National Park and the neighboring town of Tusayan again this summer season. The service will be available from May 15 through September 12 and will run at 15 minute intervals between 8:00 a.m. and 9:30 p.m.
April 2, 2009
National Park Service to offer pilot shuttle bus program between Grand Canyon National Park and the neighboring town of Tusayan again this year.
National Park Service reopens historic Hermit Road with a ribbon-cutting ceremony honoring the road and rehabilitation project
November 3, 2008
Grand Canyon National Park's historic Hermit Road scheduled to reopen Saturday, November 15, 2008 with a dedication ceremony honoring the road and rehabilitation project
National Park Service to extend pilot shuttle bus program between Grand Canyon National Park and neighboring town of Tusayan
National Park Service to test a pilot shuttle bus program between Grand Canyon National Park and neighboring town of Tusayan
Grand Canyon National Park to begin operating a 100 percent dedicated fleet of compressed natural gas powered buses
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