DRT On Demand Transit

DRT On Demand Transit

On Demand transit in Durham

1 ratings
35 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 17, 2023
  • July 16, 2026

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This app provides on-demand public transit services in rural and underserved urban areas of Durham Region. It allows users to plan and book trips, track their vehicle's location, and connect with scheduled bus routes for onward travel.

Plan transit trips
Book on-demand rides
Track vehicle location
Get picked up from nearby stops
Manage upcoming trips
Integrated with scheduled buses
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What's New in DRT On Demand Transit

4.27.16

July 16, 2026

Performance improvements and bug fixes

User reviews

Terrible service

They will change your pickup times without notifying you and expect you to show up or you get dinged as a no show and are given points. Some of the drivers swerve all over the road and make me question if they actually have a driver licence.

Not User Friendly

Every booking process is a roulette round to see if your late-night pickup from the GO station falls at a time that works best for the system. No matter how on-the-dot you schedule it, It will always default to a time that’s to too early for you and mark you as a no-show regardless. Even omitting that: there’s no way to contact your driver to alert the about where they can find you, where you are, or why they can’t see you. The service is ultimately unreliable when you need it the most and DRT needs should honestly fill this gap with more Overnight Bus Routes.
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Not worth it

Unreliable… you’ll never get a time you request and all the rides are based on when it works best for them

Petty

Usually this service is reliable and can get me where I need to be when buses are not running. The issue I have is with the system itself- you are dinged by a points system based on cancellations and apparent no shows. If you have an emergency and have to cancel 4 hours before your trip? There’s a couple points. Driver comes early and marks you as a no show? Points. I’ve even had a ride cancelled on me by staff and had to frantically rebook before I got off work to get home safely. Anytime I cancel a ride well before the pickup time (days in advance) i’m given a petty message telling me to be considerate about showing up for rides as if i don’t take one every night. Recently there’s been a “technical error” message when I try to book. How do we get to work when the app punishes us for daily life happenings? Ridiculous.
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Updates Screwed Up Features

After the app updated, I can no longer cancel or make any edits to scheduled specialized rides with the app. Very inconvenient!

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FAQ

What does the DRT On Demand Transit app do?

The app allows users to plan and book on-demand transit trips within Durham Region. It also enables users to track their vehicle's location, manage upcoming trips, and integrate with scheduled bus services for seamless travel.

How does the on-demand service work?

The service operates stop-to-stop in urban areas and can pick up users from their curb or driveway in rural areas. The system matches riders traveling in the same direction to optimize wait times and service hours.

Is there a cost to use the app or the service?

The app itself is free to download and use. The transit service operates under regular DRT fares, and transfers are accepted, meaning it is integrated with the existing transit network.

Where is the on-demand transit service available?

The service operates throughout the rural areas of Durham Region and at urban bus stops that are more than a 10-minute walk from an operating bus route. Specific operating areas and times can be found on DurhamRegionTransit.com.

Can I use this app to connect with regular bus routes?

Yes, the app is designed to connect customers with scheduled buses for onward travel. Trips booked through the on-demand service are integrated with DRT's scheduled bus service.