Village (Blue) Route Shuttle Bus

 
An outdoor shuttle bus terminal. In the foreground, about a dozen people are sitting under an open air shade pavilion. On their right, a line of people about to board a green and white bus.
Park Visitors about to board the Village (Blue) Route bus at the Visitor Center Shuttle Bus Terminal. This is the view seen walking east from the Visitor Center Plaza. The eastbound and westbound Kaibab (Orange) Route shuttle also stop here.

NPS/M. Quinn 8/1/2021

 

Village (Blue) Route

Now In Service

This route provides a transportation loop between the Visitor Center Plaza, lodges, restaurants, campgrounds, the Backcountry Information Center, and Market Plaza (general store and post office).

 
a white and green bus is unloading passengers by a rustic open bus stop with a shake roof. in the background, a four story hotel.
The Village (Blue) Route shuttle at the train depot stop. El Tovar Hotel is in the background.

50 Minutes Round-trip
(without getting off the bus)

Spring Bus Schedule

(March 1, through May 23, 2025)

First bus is at 7:00 am, and the last bus is 9:00 pm.

  • Every 15 minutes: 7:00 am to 10:30 am
  • Every 10 minutes: 10:30 am to 7:30 pm
  • Every 15 minutes: 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
  • Village service ends at 9:00 pm
  • Be at a bus stop no later than 8:30 pm
 

Village (Blue) Route - Need to Know

Canyon views are a short walk from the following bus stops:

  • Train Depot - follow the paved footpath up the hill behind the bus stop.
  • Bright Angel Lodge - the canyon is just behind the bus stop, beyond the buildings.
  • Hermit Road Transfer Station - as you exit the bus, walk to your left to the overlook.

  • The Canyon Rim Trail and greenway trails can be accessed via this route – but be aware of ice and snow during winter months (and sometimes during spring) along these trails.

Please refer to the loop diagram below, along with the "South Rim Pocket Map and Services Guide (1.1 MB PDF file) for more information about this route.

 
Blue Route Shuttle loop map showing all stops
Map showing the Village Loop (blue) shuttle bus stops
 
 

Spring 2025 — Shuttle Bus Route Map

 
Map showing South Rim Grand Canyon Village and Vicinity showing three shuttle bus routes that are in service during the spring. The routes are indicated by blue, orange and red lines.
This spring, three shuttle bus routes are in service from March 1, through May 23. Kaibab Rim (Orange) Route, shown on the right, transports visitors to S. Kaibab Trailhead, outstanding scenic views at Yaki Point, and Yavapai Geology Museum. Village (Blue) Route, in the center, connects the Visitor Center with lodges, campgrounds, Backcountry Information Center, and Market Plaza (general store and post office). Hermits Rest (Red) Route follows a scenic road for exceptional scenic views.
 
When walking or cycling at the Grand Canyon, make sure to take your time and carry food and water with you. The South Rim of Grand Canyon averages 7,000 feet / 2,134 meters above sea level. Visitors with respiratory or heart problems may experience difficulties. Exercising at this elevation can be strenuous.
 

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Last updated: March 3, 2025

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Grand Canyon, AZ 86023

Phone:

928-638-7888

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