Frequently Asked Questions
What route does the RoadRunner use?
The RoadRunner runs in a loop that includes Hillside Galleries and Shops,
Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village, and Uptown Sedona. This route is known
as the “Circulator”. It runs from 9:00 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. every day. The last
pick up time at the Uptown stops will be 6:10 p.m., Tlaquepaque at 6:15 p.m.,
the Hillside galleries at 6:20 p.m., and finishing at the Municipal parking lot
at 6:30 p.m.
In the mornings and evenings, the RoadRunner offers a commuter service, the
RoadRunner Cottonwood Express. The Express travels between Cottonwood and
Sedona via SR 89A. In the morning, the Express starts at Garrison Park off of
Mingus Avenue and S. Paula Street and makes stops in Sedona. Eastbound stops
are on SR 89A at Upper Red Rock Loop Road, Arroyo Pinon Drive, Northview Road,
as well as the designated circulator stops, and Poco Diablo Resort. West Bound
stops include, the Municipal Parking Lot, Forrest Road, Tlaquepaque, Poco
Diablo Resort, Mountain Shadows Drive, Dry Creek Road, Cultural Park Place, and
end at Garrison Park in Cottonwood.
How often does the Circulator run?
A shuttle will arrive at each stop approximately every 10 to 12 minutes, with
service to the Municipal lot every 20 minutes.
How will I know when the next trolley is coming?
There will be 5 electronic “NextBus” signs along the circulator route that are
scheduled for installation in late December 2006. They will be at Hillside,
Tlaquepaque, and on SR 89A in Uptown at Forest Road (Pink Jeep Side), and Apple
Avenue. There is also a mobile freestanding sign assigned to the Municipal
parking lot.
What is the fare for the RoadRunner?
The “Circulator” route is FREE. The “RoadRunner Cottonwood Express” between
Cottonwood and Sedona is obtainable through subscription pass only at a cost of
$40.00 month.
How many days a week does it operate? What about holidays?
The “Circulator” operates 7 days a week, with the circulator starting at 9:00
a.m. and ends at 6:30 p.m. One shuttle services the route for the first and
last hours of operation and two shuttles operate during the main part of the
service. There is no service on Thanksgiving, Christmas day, and New Years day.
Where do I buy passes for the Roadrunner Cottonwood Express?
Subscription passes can be purchase from the NAIPTA office by calling (928)
282-0938.
Where can I park my car to conveniently catch the RoadRunner?
Parking is available at the Municipal Parking Lot off of Jordan Road and
Schnebly Road in Uptown, and the parking lot behind Sinagua Plaza on SR 89A in
Uptown. There is also limited parking throughout the corridor.
Do all the trolleys have wheelchair lifts?
Yes.
Who pays for this service?
The service is paid for in part by the City of Sedona, Federal Transit funding
through the State of Arizona, and rider fares from the commuter portion.
Are shuttles available for charter?
Shuttles are NOT available for charter.
What type of fuel does the trolley use?
The shuttles run on a fuel blend that is more environmental friendly called
Bio-Diesel. The specific blend is B-20, which is 20% soy oil and 80% ultra-low
sulfur diesel mixture.
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