Explore the many ways to get around Wellesley without a car.
Between May 1 and June 16, ride public transit, walk, and bike to enter the Mode Shift Challenge. *
Take pictures of yourself while traveling on these various modes of transportation and enter a raffle to win a $200 cash grand prize and fun swag bags.
How It Works
1. Between May 1 - June 16:
- Ride the MWRTA Route 1 Bus. The Route 1 bus runs through Wellesley between the Natick Mall and the Woodland T Station. This is flag down route so wave big to stop the bus and catch a ride. Visit the MWRTA website for the route and schedule. The MWRTA Bus is FREE!
- Ride the Catch Connect. The Catch Connect takes you door to door anywhere in Wellesley, to the Woodland and Waban T Stations in Newton, and Volante Farms and Trader Joes in Needham. Visit the MWRTA website for more information. Use the MWRTA App or call 508-935-2222 to order a ride. Catch Connect is FREE!
- Ride the MBTA Commuter Rail. See the MBTA timetable for the schedule. Fares depend on the destination. Conductors accept cash but a ticket through the mTicket app is preferred.
- Walk or bike (where allowed) on Wellesley Trails. See the trails website for more information.
2. Log your trips and upload photos of your journeys on the Town of Wellesley website.
3. You must log at least two (2) trips to enter the raffle. Try all four (4) modes of transit to qualify for the grand prize of $200 CASH!
*Note: You must be at least 12-years old to participate without an adult.