Fuquay-Varina residents now have a convenient new option for getting around town with the launch of MicroLink, GoRaleigh’s on-demand microtransit service, launched in early January.
With MicroLink, residents can request rides anywhere within Fuquay-Varina’s designated service area using the MicroLink app. Riders without a smartphone can call (919) 996-3459 to book a ride. Rides are on demand and ideal for errands, appointments, work commutes, getting to and from school activities, and more.
The service area covers everything within Judd Parkway, and also offers rides to Rex Hospital in Holly Springs, WakeMed’s Medical Park on N. Main Street, Willow Spring High School, and Wake Tech Community College. For those heading to downtown Raleigh, MicroLink offers convenient connections; simply take the service to Wake Tech and transfer to GoRaleigh’s 40X route.
The service area covers everything within Judd Parkway, and also offers rides to Rex Hospital in Holly Springs, WakeMed’s Medical Park on N. Main Street, Willow Spring High School, and Wake Tech Community College.
To book a ride, open the app when you’re ready to travel and you’ll receive an estimated bus arrival time, similar to services like Uber or Lyft. MicroLink provides “curb-to-curb” service, meaning you may need to walk to a nearby street to meet your ride. Advance bookings are not available.
Vehicles can comfortably accommodate up to eight passengers, and riders may bring up to seven guests, depending on available space. For safety, all youth under 13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All vehicles are also fully wheelchair accessible.
The service runs on weekdays from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. There is no service on Sundays or holidays.
Mayor William H. Harris says, “Since 2018, the Town of Fuquay-Varina has been studying ways to connect our community, and MicroLink is the answer. This innovative, on-demand public transit service is the result of years of dedicated work, and we are very proud to offer it to our residents.”
MicroLink will be fare-free through January 2027, offering everyone a chance to try out the new service before regular fares take effect. Once fares are in place (projected at $2 to $3 per ride), riders can purchase a GoPass to load funds onto. Discounts will be available for seniors, youth, and those with disabilities.
To book your next ride or learn more about service areas, visit www.fuquay-varina.org/MicroLink. Experience the convenience of MicroLink and discover a new way to get around town!
