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TextFairfax Connector Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- How do I plan a trip with the Fairfax Connector?
- Where can I add value to my SmarTrip card?
- How do I report my SmarTrip card as lost or stolen?
- How do I replace my unusable SmarTrip card?
- How do I report a damaged/missing bus stop sign, or request a new bus stop?
- How can I tell where my bus is right now?
- How do I compliment the actions of my bus driver?
- How do I suggest new Fairfax Connector service or changes to existing service?
- How should I report damage or graffiti on a Fairfax Connector bus?
- Can I park overnight at a Fairfax County Park and Ride lot?
- Where can I find information about Fairfax County's Transit Development Plan?
- How do I apply for a job with the Fairfax Connector?
- Is smoking allowed in bus shelters?
- How can I buy advertising in your bus shelters?
Call the Fairfax Connector Telephone Information Center at 703-339-7200
or plan your trip online anytime with Metro’s online Trip Planner. The customer
service representatives at the Telephone Information Center are able to
assist with most of your trip planning needs. Metro’s online Trip Planner
is available at www.wmata.com.
Fairfax Connector does not currently have an online Trip Planner.
Fairfax Connector provides route and schedule information to Metro.
Metro’s online Trip Planner provides schedule and route information for
all regional transit providers, including the Fairfax Connector.
Fare value can be added to SmarTrip cards at all Metrorail stations, Connector Stores, and most CVS Pharmacy, Giant Food and Safeway locations in the Washington DC region. Additional SmarTrip information can be found at www.wmata.com/SmarTrip
The most expeditious way to report your card lost or stolen is to send an email to RCSC@smartrip.net. For the lost/stolen card to be replaced you need to provide the following information:
- SmarTrip card number (if known)
- Name of registered cardholder
- Address card was registered under
- Current address (if different from address above)
- Phone number
- Where the SmarTrip card was last used (provide place, bus/rail/parking, date and time)
- Approximate balance of SmarTrip card.
Using this information, your lost/stolen card can be made inactive in
the system. Once made inactive, it cannot be reactivated. You will
receive a replacement card that has the balance of the card that was
lost/stolen (at the time you sent your email), minus the $5 card
replacement fee, to the current address you have provided. The card will
be shipped the next business day and will already be registered to
you.
You can also call 888-SMARTRIP (888-762-7874). Please be ready to supply
the information above.
First, the damaged/defective card will need to be returned. You can return it to any Metro attendant the next time you are at a Metro station.
Damaged cards cost $5 to replace which will be deducted from your
balance. If you need a card immediately or if you have a damaged card
with less than a $5 balance, you will need to purchase another card and
register it right away. If the card you are turning in is determined to
be defective, you will be reimbursed the $5 cost to purchase the new
card. Please contact 888-762-7874 once you have your new card and provide
the serial number to the SmarTrip RCSC agent. This will begin the process
of getting the balance transferred from the old card to the new
one.
You may also go to the Metro Center Sales Office and they will be able
to exchange your card for you, as long as it is registered in your name.
It will take three business days to have the funds transferred from your
old card to your new card. Also, you may experience wait times at Metro
Center of 30 minutes or more.
If you are a Smart Benefits customer, you must advise your employer or
Smart Benefits administrator that you have a new card so that they may
start sending transit benefits to that card.
All issues pertaining to bus stops in Fairfax County are referred to Fairfax County’s Bus Stop Coordinator. Missing, damaged or stolen bus stop signs can be reported by e-mail to Paul.Mounier@fairfaxcounty.gov to be considered. Once the claim is investigated, and if approved, an order for reinstallation is sent to the county’s contractor for installing and/or repairing signs.
Fairfax Connector buses are not GPS-equipped so real-time information is not currently possible. The Fairfax Connector Web site and Telephone Information Center can provide schedule and stop information for Fairfax Connector routes.
Commendations, comments, and reports can be submitted to the Fairfax Connector Telephone Information Center at 703-339-7200. Your feedback may also be e-mailed to the Fairfax Connector via the online submission form.
Change of service or service requests can be submitted to the Fairfax Connector Telephone Information Center at 703-339-7200. Your suggestions may also be emailed to Fairfax Connector via the online submission form. All suggestions are reviewed by Fairfax Connector personnel for future service changes. A response to recommendations may or may not be received.
Fleet reports can be submitted to the Fairfax Connector Telephone Information Center at 703-339-7200. Your suggestions may also be emailed to Fairfax Connector via the online submission form. Please include the bus number, route number, and date of the observation in your report.
Fairfax County is not liable for any theft, towing, or vandalism that may occur while your vehicle is parked over night at any of the park and rides. Overnight parking is done at your own risk.
View Park and Ride Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Fairfax County's Transit Development Plan (TDP) is the ten-year vision plan for the expansion and enhancement of Fairfax Connector and Metrobus service operated in, and paid for by, Fairfax County. It can be found at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/fcdot/tdp.htm.
The Fairfax Connector Bus Service is operated under contract by MV Transit. All Fairfax
Connector drivers, dispatchers, managers, mechanics, etc. are MV
employees. If you wish to apply for employment with MV Transit, you may
do so at www.mvtransit.com--
click on "Careers" and select "Search Jobs". There are
currently three locations for Fairfax Connector operations. Inquiries and
resumes should be directed to:
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North County
Fairfax Connector Reston/Herndon Division:
268 Spring Street Herndon, VA 20170
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South
County
Fairfax Connector Huntington Division:
8101 Cinder Bed Road Lorton, VA 22079
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West
County
Fairfax Connector West Ox Division:
4970 Alliance Drive Fairfax, VA 22030
If you are seeking employment with the Fairfax County Department of Transportation, or any other county agency, you can view job listings and apply online with the Fairfax County Department of Human Resources.
No, smoking in bus shelters is strictly prohibited by County Ordinance §44-1-2.1.
Potential advertisers may contact Gateway Outdoor Advertising.
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