News - Cascades East Transit

Welcome to the Cascades East Transit (CET) News page – your source for timely updates and information for riders, community partners, and the media.

We are pursuing our mission to connect people and communities across Central Oregon to foster prosperity, independence, and adventure through a safe, reliable, and accessible public transportation system.

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Cascades East Transit and Bend-La Pine Schools are partnering to provide all current Bend-La Pine Schools students with free summer transit passes from June 8 through August 31, 2026
CET and Bend-La Pine Schools Partner to Offer Free Summer Bus Passes for StudentsJune 4, 2026
Cascades East Transit is rolling into summer with the return of its recreation shuttle services, making it easier than ever to explore Central Oregon without the parking hassles, traffic, or car shuttling
CET Announces Summer Recreation Routes Across Central OregonJune 4, 2026
CET will implement service updates beginning Monday, June 15, including modifications to Redmond’s A and B Flex routes, additional service runs on Routes 22 and 24, expanded transit connections between Redmond, Bend, and Madras to improve commuter transfers, and the addition of a new stop serving the Downtown Redmond Library
CET Announces Redmond Flex Route Updates and Expanded Community Connector Service Beginning June 15May 28, 2026
Free Commute-Hour Rides, Pop-Up Events, and Community Challenges Encourage Central Oregonians to Hop Onboard
Cascades East Transit Launches “Try Transit Week” June 1–5May 20, 2026
Cascades East Transit Increases Frequency on Bend Routes, Launches Simnasho Route in Warm Springs and Madras. System-wide improvements focused on safety, reliability, and rider experience
CET Increases Frequency on Bend Fixed Routes, Adds New Simnasho RouteApril 3, 2026
Cascades East Transit Expands Dial-A-Ride Service Regionwide, Launches Pilot Service in Deschutes River Woods
CET Expands Dial-A-Ride Service Areas, DRW LaunchMarch 13, 2026
CET Launches Community Movement Fund to Support Riders as Fares Return Alongside Expanded Advertising Program
Community Movement FundFebruary 4, 2026
Cascades East Transit Announces 2026 Fare Launch, New Mobility Initiatives, and Community Access Fund
CET Go Pass + Fare ReintroductionDecember 15, 2025

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