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City, HRT say they're closing in on deal with Norfolk State
The city, Hampton Roads Transit and Norfolk State University are close to working out... Read More


Federal agency awards money for Norfolk light rail line
Federal Transit Administrator James S. Simpson today awarded $18.9 million toward... Read More

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Ride The Tide

The initial Tide light rail system will be comprised of 9 light rail vehicles that will run on tracks in city streets and on dedicated right-of-way. The light rail vehicles will be driven by an on-board train operator and powered by an overhead electrical system, making the system clean and quiet. An illustration of The Tide two car train is depicted above.

The Tide Light Rail

The Tide light rail will extend 7.4 miles on an east to west alignment from the East Virginia Medical Center through downtown Norfolk, continuing along the Norfolk Southern right-of-way, adjacent to I-264, to Newtown Road. Eleven stations will be constructed along the route with four park and ride locations that provide access to major areas such as Norfolk State University, Tidewater Community College (Norfolk Campus), Harbor Park, City Hall, MacArthur Center, and the Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Read More

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'The Tide' Receives $18.9 Million in Federal Funds

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FTA Administrator James Simpson and Congressional delegation on hand to make announcement.