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Bus - 12X

12X Line

Arctic

RIPTA

RIPTA 12X bus Route Map - Arctic

RIPTA 12X Bus Route Schedule and Stops (Updated)

The 12X bus (Arctic) has 25 stops departing from Exchange Terrace (Kennedy Plaza - Stop X) and ending at Arctic Center (Main Before Washington).

Choose any of the 12X bus stops below to find updated real-time schedules and to see their route map.

Direction: Arctic (25 stops)

  • Exchange Terrace (Kennedy Plaza - Stop X)

  • Rhode Island Convention Center (Sabin)

  • Westminster Street

  • Weybosset Before Richmond

  • Weybosset & Eddy

  • Turks Head (Weybosset Before Post Office)

  • Memorial After Exchange

  • Park & Ride (Ri-117 - Warwick)

  • Tollgate Before Emily

  • 215 Tollgate

  • 330 Tollgate

  • Kent Hospital (On Tollgate)

  • Tollgate Opposite Hilary

  • Toll Gate After Bald Hill

  • 979 Toll Gate Rd

  • Providence & Tollgate (At 1060 Tollgate)

  • Providence Opposite Westcott Terrace

  • 268 Providence St

  • 230 Providence St

  • 199 Providence St

  • Providence Before Hay

  • Providence After Nichols

  • 22 Providence St

  • 1155 Main

  • Arctic Center (Main Before Washington)

12X FAQ

  • What time does the 12X bus start operating?

    Services on the 12X bus start at 4:35 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

  • What time does the 12X bus stop working?

    Services on the 12X bus stop at 5:35 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

  • What time does the 12X bus arrive?

    When does the Arctic bus line come? for live arrival times and to see the full schedule for the Arctic bus line that is closest to your location.

  • Does the RIPTA 12X bus line run on Labor Day?

    The 12X bus's operating hours on Labor Day may change. Check the Moovit app for latest changes and live updates.

  • Is there a 12X bus stop near me?

    to view the nearest 12X bus stop.

RIPTA 12X bus Route Map - Arctic

12X Bus Schedule

12X bus route operates on weekdays. Regular schedule hours: 4:35 PM-5:35 PM

DayOperating HoursFrequency (min)
Mon4:35 PM-5:35 PM30
Tue4:35 PM-5:35 PM30
Wed4:35 PM-5:35 PM30
Thu4:35 PM-5:35 PM30
Fri4:35 PM-5:35 PM30
SatNot OperationalNot Operational
SunNot OperationalNot Operational

RIPTA Bus Service Alerts

See all updates on 12X (from Exchange Terrace (Kennedy Plaza - Stop X)), including real-time status info, bus delays, changes of routes, changes of stops locations, and any other service changes. Get a real-time map view of 12X (Arctic) and track the bus as it moves on the map. Download the app for all Rhode Island Public Transit Authority info now.

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12X line bus fare

RIPTA 12X (Arctic) prices may change based on several factors. For more information about RIPTA tickets costs please check the Moovit app or Rhode Island Public Transit Authority’s official website.

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12X (RIPTA)

The first stop of the 12X bus route is Exchange Terrace (Kennedy Plaza - Stop X) and the last stop is Arctic Center (Main Before Washington). 12X (Arctic) is operational during weekdays.

Additional information: 12X has 25 stops and the total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 minutes.

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12X - Alternative Directions

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