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Market Plaza Westbound - Village (Blue) Route

A white and green shuttle bus by a small bus stop shade structure under tall ponderosa pines
This stop is across the street from Yavapai Lodge's Tavern Patio and a short walk to Market Plaza

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Quick Facts
Location:
Yavapai Lodge, Market Plaza
Significance:
Shuttle Bus Stop — Village (Blue) Route

Bus/Shuttle Stop

Nearby:

  • Yavapai Lodge 
  • 6 EV charging stations three J1772, and three Tesla
  • Market Plaza (Groceries / Shopping / Restuarants).
  • Public Restrooms
  • From here, buses travel outbound to the Village Historic District

In the above photo —behind the shuttle stop, the sidewalk leads to Yavapai Lodge East guest lodge buildings. In the parking lot, in front of the first lodge building, Building One, are 6 electric vehicle charging stations. (3 are Tesla and 3 are J1772). 

The photo of the shuttle bus stop was taken from the outdoor patio tavern of Yavapai Lodge (lodging, gifts, souvenirs, dining).

Walking around to the other side of the lodge, Market Plaza comes into view, on the edge of Parking Lot Lot B (239 parking spaces). Lot B offers centrally located parking with free eastbound and westbound shuttle bus service and 2 additional J1772 electric vehicle chargers.

Market plaza, the South Rim business center has Canyon Village Market (a general store with a deli, groceries, souvenirs, camping and hiking gear), and the U.S. Post Office.

From this shuttle stop, buses travel westbound to Shrine of the Ages Auditorium, then continue on to the Village Historic District.

Village (Blue) Route - Winter Schedule

December 1, 2024, through February 28, 2025
50 minutes round trip (without getting off the bus)

First bus is at 8:00 am, and the last bus is 8:00 pm.

  • Every 20 minutes: 8:00 am to 10:30 am
  • Every 10 minutes: 10:30am to 3:30 pm
  • Every 15 minutes: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
  • Every 20 minutes: 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm
  • Be at a bus stop no later than 8:00 pm

Route Information

The Village (Blue) Route is a loop route that will take approximately 50 minutes to return to the same location. From the Market Plaza (Westbound) shuttle stop, the bus heads west, making stops at the following locations:

  • Shrine of the Ages (Westbound)
  • Train Depot
  • Bright Angel Lodge
  • Hermits Rest Route Transfer
  • Maswik Lodge
  • Backcountry Information Center
  • Center Road
  • Village East
  • Shrine of the Ages (Eastbound)
  • Mather Campground
  • Trailer Village
  • Market Plaza (Eastbound)
  • Grand Canyon Visitor Center
  • Market Plaza (Westbound)

Shuttle Bus Rules

 
  • No eating or open drink containers.

  • No pets allowed on shuttle buses. Service dogs are permitted (as defined by the Americans With Disabilities Act).

  • Shuttle buses are equipped with ramps and space to carry passengers in wheelchairs. Please note that wheelchairs larger than 30 inches wide by 48 inches long (76 cm x 122 cm) cannot be accommodated on shuttle buses, and most motorized scooters will not fit.

  • Collapse strollers before entering the shuttle bus. No oversized or jogging strollers. Remove baby-back carriers when seated.

  • Shuttle buses can accommodate two or three bicycles, but not tag alongs, baby trailers, or children's bicycles with wheels less than 16 inches (41 cm). Riders must load and unload their bicycles from the front-facing rack.

  • Shuttle buses only stop at designated bus stops.

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Last updated: December 1, 2024