Overview
The Transportation Services is responsible for the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) travel programs, including the Charm City Circulator, Harbor Connector, Dockless Vehicles, Rideshare Programs and Transit & Marine Services (Dockmaster’s Office). The Bureau also includes the Community Liaisons, Marketing, Public Information & Communications Division, and other resources. Below are more details on the services:
Active Transportation Infrastructure: Focuses on the advancement of Active Transportation through the development of a comfortable and connected pedestrian and bicycle network that serves all ages and Bike Baltimore.
Additional Biking Information
Charm City Circulator: FARE-FREE shuttles that travel five routes (Purple, Orange, Green, Cherry and Banner routes) in Baltimore City dedicated to accessibility, safety, sharing the road with bicycles and reducing the number of cars on the roads with fast, friendly and free service. Charm City Circulator additional information.
Contact: Phone: 410-396-9596
Harbor Connector: The Baltimore Water Taxi, in union with the City of Baltimore, currently offers three water routes that are also FARE-FREE, called the Harbor Connector commuter service. Harbor Connector additional information.
Dockless Vehicles: DOT manages the annual permits for the companies that operate the vehicles. On an annual basis, DOT adjusts rules and regulations based on program evaluation and permits dockless companies that will best meet the needs of Baltimore City. DOT reinvests the permit fees into program support including safety education and infrastructure such as designated parking. Dockless Vehicles additional information.
iRide Baltimore: A suite of FREE transportation services designed to encourage the use of transportation alternatives. These services include Guaranteed Ride Home, Rideshare, Vanpools and Commuter Choice Maryland. iRide additional information
Contact: 667-203-1800
Harbormaster: Boaters can dock within Baltimore City’s Inner Harbor, to experience great views, a great location to downtown attractions, low docking fees, access to shore power connections, water connections and pump out boat services. Harbormaster additional information.
Contact: 410-396-3174