BFT CONNECT

BFT CONNECT

Tri-Cities on-demand transit

129 ratings
14 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 18, 2024
  • July 19, 2026

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Book on-demand, shared rides within designated transit zones. Connect easily to the bus network for convenient and affordable travel, reducing emissions. Rides are shared with others heading in the same direction for efficiency.

On-demand ride booking
Shared rides with others
Corner-to-corner pickup
Connect to bus network
Affordable fares
Reduced carbon emissions
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What's New in BFT CONNECT

4.27.16

July 19, 2026

Performance improvements and bug fixes

User reviews

Glitches

Terrible app, Bft do better especially the drivers, they purposely don’t answer calls, And it constantly bugs out about “not being able” to find a driver. 0/10 Via was a way better app. this **** is horrible.

Terrible

The app never works anymore. You can’t ever get a via. Where I live there is no bus so I have to rely on via and I’m constantly missing important things because it always says tap to retry.

App is useless now

I used to use the Via app to get direct rides from here to there, but now that it's BFT Connect, it ONLY ever tells me to use the bus, which i would do with the far superior Transit app if I did. I called customer support but all they said was to delete and reinstall the app, which I have done multiple times and nothing has changed. My payment method is set to card, which you CANNOT use to ride the bus, so that's not the problem either. If all the app is now is a worse version of the Transit app, I have now reason to use it. FIX YOUR STUPID APP!!!!
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Glitches

Terrible app, Bft do better especially the drivers, they purposely don’t answer calls, And it constantly bugs out about “not being able” to find a driver. 0/10 Via was a way better app.

Stressful to even have to use.

I rely on this app but it literally always gives me issues. The app is somehow always in high demand. I’ve cried so many tears and had so many panic attacks being stranded places, I’ve even missed many appointments thanks to this app. I’ve called the help twice and both times they said “they can’t do anything about it because they work for the bus,not the connect”.
I am disabled and can’t walk around my neighborhood, the walk would be 40 minutes if I walked to the bus station. I literally call an hour early every time and they still find ways to not make it on time or constantly say”no available drivers” till I actually miss my appointments. I only gave 2 stars because your drivers are so kind and sweet and I appreciate them only. You need to hire more people to drive, I should not have ever had to miss so many things in my life when I call an hour early. It’s a curse to have to rely on this app, this app is my main push to work harder to get my own license.
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FAQ

What is BFT CONNECT?

BFT CONNECT is an on-demand transit service that provides convenient and affordable rides within specific zones. It matches riders heading in the same direction to share rides, offering the efficiency and affordability of public transit with the convenience of a private ride.

How do I book a ride?

You can book a ride directly through the app on your phone. The service operates on a corner-to-corner basis, meaning you'll be picked up and dropped off at nearby corners. Your ride must begin and end within the same designated service zone.

Is BFT CONNECT free to use?

The app itself is free to download and use for booking rides. Rides are not free and have a pre-communicated low price. The app may offer passes and concessions for eligible riders, and it also includes advertisements.

What are the service zones?

The service operates within six distinct CONNECT zones: Central Richland, West Richland & Badger Mountain, Columbia Center & South Richland, West Pasco, East Pasco, and Finley & Central Kennewick. Your ride must start and end within the same zone.

What are the benefits of using BFT CONNECT?

Using BFT CONNECT offers several benefits, including convenience and affordability with pre-communicated low fares. By sharing rides, you also contribute to reducing traffic congestion and CO2 emissions, making your travel more sustainable.