Shakopee Local MVTA Routes
Local routes 497 and 499 transport residents within city limits.
- Mini-buses run western (497) and eastern (499) fixed routes every hour from approximately 5 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily.
- Bus fare paid to driver when boarding. Please have correct currency; drivers cannot make change.
- Buses are equipped to accept Metro Transit GoTo cards and other regional fare options.
- Free transfer at the Marschall Road Transit Station.
- Buses can stop at any safe point along the routes.
- More info: www.mvta.com/routes/497 and www.mvta.com/routes/499
| Local One-Way Fares |
Peak Hours |
Non-Peak Hours Including weekends |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | $2.50 | $2 |
| Children (6-12) | $2.50 | $1 |
| Seniors (65+) | $2.50 | $1 |
Regional MVTA Routes Serving Shakopee
MVTA Route 495 to Mall of America
This daily, two-way service between Shakopee and Mall of America includes stops in Savage and Burnsville.
- Operates seven days a week approximately between 4 a.m. and midnight
- Transfers are available to local or other routes.
- All buses are be equipped with regional fare equipment and will accept Go-To cards, Metropasses, tokens, Stored Value cards and cash.
- More info: www.mvta.com/routes/495
| Express One-Way Fares |
Peak Hours |
Non-Peak Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | $3.25 | $2.50 |
| Children (6-12) | $3.25 | $1 |
| Seniors (65+) | $3.25 | $1 |
MVTA Route 410 - The 4FUN Bus
MVTA runs a weekend route directly from Mall of America to three entertainment destinations in Scott County: Valleyfair, Canterbury Park and Mystic Lake Casino and Hotel.
The service runs hourly in both directions and the express fare applies: $2.50 for adults, $1 seniors and youth 6-12, and free for children 5 and under.
Check out the schedule on the MVTA website.
MVTA Route 498 to Golden Triangle
This weekday, two-way service between Shakopee and the Golden Triangle includes stops in Eden Prairie and Minnetonka.
- Operates Monday through Friday during peak morning and afternoon hours.
- Transfers are available to local or other routes.
- All buses are be equipped with regional fare equipment and will accept Go-To cards, Metropasses, tokens, Stored Value cards and cash.
- More info: www.mvta.com/routes/498
| Express One-Way Fares |
Peak Hours |
Non-Peak Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | $3.25 | $2.50 |
| Children (6-12) | $3.25 | $1 |
| Seniors (65+) | $3.25 | $1 |
MVTA Express to Downtown Minneapolis
| Express One-Way Fares |
Peak Hours |
Non-Peak Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | $3.25 | $2.50 |
| Children (6-12) | $3.25 | $1 |
| Seniors (65+) | $3.25 | $1 |
Highway 169 Connection (Mankato to Minneapolis)
Fees range from $5 to $15 each way. Land to Air Express is a member of the Highway 169 Coalition and also offers daily shuttle service to the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport.
More information: www.landtoairexpress.com/bus-routes/highway-169-connection
SmartLink Transit (Dial-A-Ride)
This is a shared-ride transit service, provided by SmartLink Transit, and is available by reservation. Visit the SmartLink Transit website for fares, hours, and information about how to reserve a ride.
Free Park and Rides
Marchall Road Transit Station, 1615 Weston Court
Routes: 490, 493, 495, 497, 498, 499, SmartLink
Southbridge Crossings Park & Ride, 1401 Crossings Blvd.
Routes: 490, 491, 492, 499
Eagle Creek Park & Ride, 6600 Eagle Creek Blvd.
Routes: 490, 491, 492
Minnesota Valley Transit Authority
100 E. Highway 13
Burnsville, MN 55337
Phone: 952-882-7500
TransitLine (24-hour automated schedule): 612-341-4BUS (4287)
Email: mvta@mvta.com
Website: www.mvta.com
Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
Department of Planning & Development
485 Gorman St.
Shakopee, MN 55379
Phone: 952-233-9300
Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday