Our Drive. Your Destination. Ride The Afton Express!
There Are Many Advantages Of Riding Afton Express.
Afton Express drivers transport riders safely over Afton Mountain. With free Wi-Fi, comfortable seating, and affordable pricing, commuters can do something other than driving when they ride Afton Express. Take advantage of the extra time to read, relax, or even watch movies with headphones as you travel to your final destination.
Connect With BRITE & CAT.
Afton Express connects with BRITE, on the west side of Afton Mountain, and in Charlottesville with CAT to create an extensive network of transit routes and options in Virginia. Whether you live in Augusta County, Staunton or Waynesboro, we have a route to get you where you need to go. Check out BRITE’s and CAT’s routes ahead of time and enjoy a seamless transition between stops.
Drivers Provide Safe & Reliable Transportation.
Drivers who operate the Afton Express buses are trained and experienced. Riders can expect safe transportation to their destination and a friendly and welcoming environment throughout the ride. We encourage our patrons to ask questions and invite them to review our safety and rider tips.
Charlottesville – Fifth Street Station Route and Stops
Park & Ride Locations – West Side Of Afton Mountain
- Staunton Mall – Frontier Drive/JCPenney end
- Fishersville Park & Ride Lot – 51 Ivy Ridge Lane
- Waynesboro – Park & Ride Lot (behind Chick-fil-A)
Bavaro Hall
UVA Health System
Charlottesville Amtrak Station
Downtown Charlottesville
5th Street – Merchant Walk Ave
5th Street – Wegmans
Afton Express AM Service (Monday-Friday)
| Fishersville Park and Ride – 51 Ivy Ridge Lane | 5:00 | 6:00 | 7:10 | 7:50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staunton Mall – Frontier Drive/ JCPenney | 5:15 | 7:25 | ||
| Waynesboro Park & Ride – behind Chick-fil-A | 5:35 | 6:10 | 7:45 | 8:00 |
| University of Virginia – Bavaro Hall | 6:07 | 6:42 | 8:17 | 8:32 |
| University of Virginia – Moore Health Sciences Library | 6:11 | 6:46 | 8:21 | 8:36 |
| Charlottesville – West Main at 7th St. NW (Amtrak) | 6:15 | 6:50 | 8:25 | 8:40 |
| Downtown Charlottesville Transit Center | 6:23 | 6:58 | 8:33 | 8:48 |
| 5th Street Station | 6:33 | 7:08 | 8:43 | 8:58 |
| Wegmans | 6:35 | 7:10 | 8:45 | 9:00 |
| *Waynesboro Walmart – Exit 94 (by request only) | 7:35 | 9:10 | 9:25 |
*Request stop from driver when boarding in Charlottesville
Afton Express PM Service (Monday-Friday)
| *Waynesboro Walmart – Exit 94 (by request only) | 3:20 | 4:30 | 5:30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wegmans | 2:40 | 3:50 | 5:00 | 6:00 |
| 5th Street Station | 2:43 | 3:53 | 5:03 | 6:03 |
| Downtown Charlottesville Transit Center | 3:00 | 4:10 | 5:20 | 6:20 |
| Charlottesville – West Main at 8th St. NW (Amtrak) | 3:05 | 4:15 | 5:25 | 6:25 |
| University of Virginia – Hospital West Complex | 3:10 | 4:20 | 5:30 | 6:30 |
| University of Virginia – Central Grounds Garage | 3:15 | 4:25 | 5:35 | 6:35 |
| Waynesboro Park & Ride – behind Chick-fil-A | 3:50 | 5:00 | 6:10 | 7:10 |
| Fishersville Park and Ride – 51 Ivy Ridge Lane | 4:00 | 5:10 | 6:20 | 7:20 |
| Staunton Mall – Frontier Drive/ JCPenney | 4:10 | 5:20 | 6:30 | 7:30 |
*Phone 540-943-9302 at least one hour in advance of scheduled time to make request for pickup
Afton Express AM Service (Monday-Friday)
Fishersville Park and Ride - 51 Ivy Ridge Lane
5:00 | 6:00 | 7:10 | 7:50
Staunton Mall - Frontier Drive/JCPenney
5:15 | — | 7:25 | —
Waynesboro Park & Ride - behind Chick-fil-A
5:35 | 6:10 | 7:45 | 8:00
University of Virginia - Bavaro Hall
6:07 | 6:42 | 8:17 | 8:32
University of Virginia - Moore Health Sciences Library
6:11 | 6:46 | 8:21 | 8:36
Charlottesville - West Main at 7th St. NW (Amtrak)
6:15 | 6:50 | 8:25 | 8:40
Downtown Charlottesville Transit Center
6:23 | 6:58 | 8:33 | 8:48
5th Street Station
6:33 | 7:08 | 8:43 | 8:58
Wegmans
6:35 | 7:10 | 8:45 | 9:00
*Waynesboro Walmart - Exit 94 (by request only)
— | 7:35 | 9:10 | 9:25
*Request stop from driver when boarding in Charlottesville
Afton Express PM Service (Monday-Friday)
*Waynesboro Walmart - Exit 94 (by request only)
— | 3:20 | 4:30 | 5:30
*Phone 540-943-9302 at least one hour in advance of scheduled time to make request for pickup
5th Street Station
2:40 | 3:50 | 5:00 | 6:00
Wegmans
2:43 | 3:53 | 5:03 | 6:03
Downtown Charlottesville Transit Center
3:00 | 4:10 | 5:20 | 6:20
Charlottesville - West Main at 8th St. NW (Amtrak)
3:05 | 4:15 | 5:25 | 6:25
University of Virginia - Hospital West Complex
3:10 | 4:20 | 5:30 | 6:30
University of Virginia - Central Grounds Garage
3:15 | 4:25 | 5:35 | 6:35
Waynesboro Park & Ride - behind Chick-fil-A
3:50 | 5:00 | 6:10 | 7:10
Fishersville Park and Ride - 51 Ivy Ridge Lane
4:00 | 5:10 | 6:20 | 7:20
Staunton Mall - Frontier Drive/JCPenney
4:10 | 5:20 | 6:30 | 7:30
We Welcome All Riders.
The Central Shenandoah Planning District Commission (CSPDC) manages Afton Express, and is committed to ensuring that no person is excluded from participation in, or denied the benefits of transit services on the basis of race, color, or national origin, as protected by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, or any other characteristics protected by law. Further, under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, no entity shall discriminate against an individual with physical or mental disability in connection with the provision of transportation service. For additional information on or to access forms to express concerns or complaints regarding Title VI and ADA visit the following web pages: Title VI & ADA.
Have Questions? Reach Out To Our Team!
We invite you to contact our team with questions regarding the Afton Express service.
