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Bloomsday Service

Get to Bloomsday 2025 with Spokane Transit

Whether you are lacing up your running shoes or just showing your support, we’re looking forward to getting you there are on time.

Bloomsday Shuttles

Ride downtown to the race on a shuttle from one of five parking lots.

Shuttles to Downtown board between 6:20 & 9 am.

To ensure you’re on time for the race, we recommend you arrive at your chosen Shuttle Lot two hours before your color group’s race time. 

Sign for Bloomsday shuttle boarding; passengers enter a blue and green bus marked "Bloomsday," part of our dedicated Bloomsday service.

Shuttle Lot Locations

Northtown Mall

Map of Northtown Mall with a highlighted boarding area for Bloomsday service. The map indicates locations of Northtown Mall, Lidgerwood St to the east, and Wellesley Ave to the south, with a north arrow pointing upward.

Board on Lidgerwood near Wellesley. 

Last shuttle leaves at 9 am

Use Route 25 to return after 2 pm.

Route 25 runs every 30 min.

Spokane Valley Mall

Map showing Valley Mall and its surroundings. The map indicates the locations of Red Robin and Olive Garden restaurants near the Boarding Area, with Indiana Avenue running alongside.

Board on Indiana between Red Robin and Olive Garden.

Last shuttle leaves at 9 am

Use Route 9 and transfer to Route 96 or Route 97 at Valley Transit Center to return after 2 pm.

Ferris High School

Map showing Ferris High School, with the text "Boarding Area" in blue near 37th Ave and Ray St.

Board on 37th on the north side of the school.

Last shuttle leaves at 9 am

Use Route 4 Southbound to return after 2 pm.

Route 4 runs every 30 min.

Cheney/Red Barn

A map shows the location of the Boarding Area, marked in blue, situated adjacent to the Red Barn building.

Board on Washington & 7th St.

Last shuttle leaves at 9 am

Use Route 6 to return after 2 pm.

Route 6 runs every 60 min.

West Plains Transit Center

A map showing West Plains Transit Center, located between Aero Road and Westbow Road, highlights the center’s boarding area in blue. A directional arrow at the bottom left indicates north.

Board at Bay 2.

Last shuttle leaves at 9 am

Use Route 6 to return after 2 pm.

Route 6 runs every 60 min.

Heading back to the Shuttle Lots from Downtown

Before 2 pm

After the race, shuttles depart downtown from the same morning drop-off locations between 11 am and 2 pm.

From 2 – 4 pm

Use the regular bus service at the Alternate Downtown Boarding Bays. Check your corresponding Shuttle Lot for details on which bus number to look out for.

After 4 pm

Use the regular bus service at the STA Boarding Bays.

Use the STA Trip Planner tool or call Customer Service for more assistance.

Downtown Shuttle Drop Off/Pick Up Locations

Bloomsday Shuttles drop off and pick up passengers on First Ave between Post and Stevens.

A map of shuttle bus stops in downtown Spokane. It includes routes with color codes (White, Brown, Yellow, Green, Orange, Blue, Lilac, Red), approximate times, and bloomsday service details.

West Plains Service

Regularly scheduled service on Routes 60 and 61 serve many locations in Airway Heights and the West Plains.

Getting there: Route 61 to Downtown

Select stops on the trip to downtown are listed below. See the Route 61 schedule for additional service on the West Plains.

Select Trips for Route 61 to Downtown (all times are AM)
Fairchild AFB 7:10 7:40 8:10
Spokane Tribe Casino 7:13 7:43 8:13
Airway Heights Park & Ride 7:15 7:45 8:15
Northern Quest 7:23 7:53 8:23
Sunset & Rustle 7:34 8:04 8:34

Heading back: Route 61 Return trips

Before 4 pm

Board Route 61 at the Alternate Downtown Boarding
Bays at 2nd Ave and Howard St. The last trip from this
location is at 3:20 pm.

After 4 pm

Board Route 61 in Bay 12 at STA Plaza at Sprague and
Wall. The last trip departs at 8:20 pm.

Use the STA Trip Planner tool or call Customer Service for more assistance.

Highway 2 / Fairchild Bloomsday Detour

For visitors staying near Airway Heights, this map shows the Route 61 detour to downtown from your accommodation.

The detour is active from 7 am to 4 pm.

A schematic map showing Route 61 in Spokane, WA, from Airway Heights Park & Ride to STA Plaza. The route passes through major stops including Sprague Ave, Russell St, and Hayford Rd.

Regular Bus Service

Regularly scheduled service is a great option to get to Bloomsday from all over the service area.

STA’s downtown transit hub (STA Plaza) is closed from the beginning of race day to 4 pm.

Use the alternate downtown boarding bays located at Second & Howard. Buses will resume boarding at STA Plaza after 4 pm.

Visit the STA alerts page for detour information.

Map illustrating Alternate Downtown Boarding Bays near 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Avenues with Wall, Howard, and Stevens.
Alternate Downtown Boarding Bays

Fares

STA Bloomsday Pass

The STA Bloomsday Pass is $2.00 and good all day on the entire STA system.

The STA Bloomsday Pass is printed on your race bib if you added it to your Bloomsday registration

An STA Bloomsday Sticker Pass is available at the STA booth at the Bloomsday Tradeshow.

Any Other Valid Fare

Any other valid fare is accepted on the bus. These could include:

Helpful Information

  • The last departure from shuttle lots is 9 am.
  • Arrive at shuttle stops two hours before your race time.
  • Backpacks ARE NOT allowed on the course. Visit the Bloomsday FAQ page (opens in new tab) to see all items not allowed on the course.
  • Strollers are accepted on buses if they can be folded.
    Please plan to arrive early if you are boarding with a
    stroller.

Paratransit Service

Paratransit service is available for individuals with existing Paratransit eligibility. Regular fares apply.

Paratransit drops off and picks up passengers at Fire Station #1 (Browne & Riverside) or the Flour Mill (621 W Mallon).

For questions and reservations, see Paratransit Guide or call Paratransit Reservations (TTY Relay 711).

Download the Bloomsday 2025 brochure

Have questions about our Bloomsday service?

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