SUNLAND PARK – Residents looking to explore southern New Mexico and the Borderplex this summer can continue riding South Central Regional Transit District (SCRTD) buses free of charge through Dec. 31, 2026, providing no-cost transportation to destinations across the region.
The fare-free service allows passengers to travel from Sunland Park to destinations including downtown El Paso, Hatch, Truth or Consequences and other communities served by the regional transit network. SCRTD officials highlighted the service as an affordable way for residents to visit museums, restaurants, parks and other attractions without the expense of driving.
The continued fare-free service reflects a broader effort across New Mexico to encourage the use of public transportation. According to the New Mexico Department of Transportation, Park and Ride passengers saved an average of $713 per month during fiscal year 2025 compared with commuting alone in a private vehicle, while fares averaged approximately 7 cents per mile.
NMDOT also reported that Park and Ride services removed an estimated 6.7 million vehicle miles from New Mexico highways during peak commuting periods, reducing gasoline consumption by more than 334,000 gallons and preventing approximately 2,679 tons of carbon dioxide emissions.
Officials say public transportation not only helps reduce travel costs but also eases traffic congestion while providing residents with additional transportation options throughout New Mexico.
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