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Gig Harbor PT Trolley is BACK 🚎

Pierce Transit's Route 101

By Pierce Transit June 5, 2021

JUNE 13 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Your treasured Gig Harbor summer tradition is back! In summer 2021 the Gig Harbor Trolley will be back in service, after not running in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The service will run June 13 through Sept. 2. Look for new trolley vehicles this year, with a genuine old-time trolley feel!

 

Pierce Transit, in partnership with the City of Gig Harbor, Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce, Merchants of Uptown, the Gig Harbor Downtown Waterfront Alliance, and Heron’s Key, is excited to offer seasonal trolley service in Gig Harbor.

PT TROLLEY, Pierce Transit's Route 101, provides convenient service between the historic downtown Gig Harbor waterfront district, Harbor Hill and the Uptown shopping district. Trolleys run daily every 30 minutes; see below for more details, including schedules and a map. Trolleys also connect with other routes at the Kimball Drive Park & Ride.

FARES (PER RIDE)

Fares are subsidized this year by the PT Trolley Partners

  • 50¢ FARE FOR ONE RIDE for adults (ages 19 and up) and Youth (ages 6 - 18). Drivers do not carry change.
  • RIDE ALL DAY FOR JUST $1 Adult and youth Trolley passengers may purchase a Pierce Transit All Day Pass for just one dollar when purchased onboard the PT Trolley Route 101. Just tell the driver you want an All Day Pass, then insert exact cash into the farebox. (Pierce Transit All Day Passes purchased onboard other PT routes, or loaded onto ORCA cards, cost $5 for adults, and $2.50 for youth or riders with a Regional Reduced Fare Permit.*.
  • FREE for children age five and under.
  • FREE for seniors and individuals with disabilities with valid Regional Reduced Fare Permit*.
  • ORCA cards may be used. Just tap your card on the ORCA logo.
  • Valid passes and One Ride Tickets will also be honored for fare payment.

*For details about how to obtain a Regional Reduced Fare Permit, or for help planning your trip call 253.581.8000.

Look for Trolley Stop Signs

Trolleys make many stops along the route. Just look for a trolley stop near you, and use the schedules to estimate when the trolley will arrive at your stop. On board, your driver will be happy to help you find the trolley stop nearest your destination.

 

SCHEDULE

Click here to download and print.

2021 GH Trolley LRG Cropped

Transit Planning App Crop

EXPLORE GIG HARBOR

Gig Harbor is a wonderful place to explore, especially in the summertime! Climb aboard the PT Trolley Route 101 and discover your new favorite places. You’ll find event and destination details online.