Try Transit Month

Celebrated each October, this month-long initiative features a variety of activities and events to introduce Greenlink and its services to the greater Greenville community, including:

Name the Bus Contest (October 1): submissions due by September 26
Fare Free Day sponsored by Greenville Heritage Federal Credit Union (October 8): enjoy free bus rides all day
National Savings Day (October 12): learn how Greenlink’s Umo app can help save money on bus fares
Network with Citizens Transit Academy Alumni (October 13): ride the bus and grab a drink with CTA alumni
Decorate a Bus (October 16): bring your child to decorate their own bus at this family-friendly arts and crafts event
Try Transit Bingo: complete a row, column, or diagonal and send your bingo card to nmcaden@greenvillesc.gov by October 31 to qualify for a prize drawing

Learn more about Try Transit Month and register for these events

2019 Citizens Transit Academy Class

Apply for the Citizens Transit Academy

Greenlink’s 2022 Citizens Transit Academy (CTA) for the community begins January 4. CTA participants will learn about Greenlink’s services, finances, planning requirements, and more. Hear from CTA alumni and consider applying for the 2022 class today!

Applications are due by midnight on Sunday, October 31.

Meet Our New Team Members:
Liston Mehserle - Transit Planner

After spending the past six years in Atlanta, GA pursuing a degree in civil engineering at Georgia Tech and working in the transportation field, Liston relocated to Greenville to join the Greenlink team. Liston looks forward to connecting with the community and is excited to find ways to leverage the system's resources to serve the needs of users and help increase awareness of the role transit plays in creating a community where everyone can thrive economically and socially.

#NoCarNovember

Are you up for a challenge, Greenville?

We’re challenging everyone to try giving up their cars during the month of November. Instead of driving alone, use Greenlink, carpool with a friend, or ride your bike. Choosing sustainable transportation options will help reduce congestion throughout Greenville and reduce your carbon footprint.

Even if you’re already using alternative transportation modes, you can still participate in the challenge.

If you pledge not to drive alone by car for at least one week (7 consecutive days) during November, you’ll be entered into a drawing for prizes. Sign the #NoCarNovember Pledge now!

TouchPass Transitioning to Umo Pass

The TouchPass electronic ticketing system – which allows customers to pay their bus fares using a reloadable smartcard or the TouchPass app – is changing its name to Umo Pass.

The system will still work the same, but customers will need to make the changes outlined below.

TouchPass app users will need to download the “Umo Mobility” app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. Then, follow the instructions below:
1. Once the app is downloaded, open the app and click “Get Started"
2. Allow the app to access your location status by selecting “Allow While Using App” and click “Continue.” If another box pops up about sharing your location, select “Allow While Using App”
3. Indicate whether you want to receive live updates or notifications about Greenlink service by selecting “Not Now” or “Allow”
4. Click “Got It”
5. Your TouchPass account should automatically connect to the Umo app. If not, select the menu icon (the three lines) in the top right corner and click “My Account”
6. Click the “Get Started with My TouchPass Account Number or Email Address” option
7. Log in with your TouchPass information
8. Check your account balance and passes by clicking “My Wallet” in the bottom right corner

All TouchPass app account balances and passes will transfer to the Umo app. Customers must make this change before December 2021. Beginning January 2022, the TouchPass app will be disabled and will no longer work.

TouchPass card users can continue using the existing TouchPass cards. The cards and the readers on the bus will work the same. For the time being, TouchPass.com will continue to serve as the customer portal to purchase passes and load stored value to accounts; however, this website will soon change to UmoPass.com. As a result, we encourage customers to go ahead and get into the habit of using the UmoPass.com website now.

Video Spotlight: LaunchGVL Program

This summer, Greenlink partnered with the Greenville Chamber, Greenville County Schools, and Goodwill to hire an intern through Launch GVL, an initiative to connect high school students with paid work opportunities in high-demand occupations. During his internship, Daniel enjoyed working on heavy-duty diesel engines and electric buses in our fleet maintenance division! Learn more here.