Richard A. Moya Eastside Bus Plaza sees ridership rise after major upgrades

March 18, 2026

Riders have started using the Richard A. Moya Eastside Bus Plaza more frequently since a recent package of upgrades to the site. The plaza sits in East Austin and serves as a transfer point for several bus lines, and transit leaders report higher passenger counts after the improvements.

The project included changes to the plaza's infrastructure and operations meant to improve the passenger experience and streamline transfers. Officials described the updates as focused on reliability and convenience, with the goal of making the hub easier to use for daily commuters and occasional riders alike.

City transit staff say the redesign aims to expand travel options for people across Central Texas, helping them reach destinations inside Austin as well as communities beyond the city limits. By strengthening connections at this hub, officials hope to make regional trips more practical without relying on private vehicles.

Agency representatives are monitoring ridership trends and service performance to assess the long-term impact of the work. They plan to use passenger data to guide any further service adjustments, and they described the project as part of a broader effort to invest in public transportation infrastructure.

Local riders and community leaders welcomed the attention to the Eastside plaza, noting that improved transit access can affect daily commutes, access to jobs, and neighborhood connectivity. City officials say continued investment and data-driven tweaks will determine how the changes translate into sustained ridership gains and better regional mobility.