Bus Service
Since July 2008, the Town of Wake Forest has partnered with GoRaleigh to provide two bus routes - the Wake Forest Loop (WFL) and the Wake Forest Raleigh Express (WRX).
You can use a few apps and online resources to see your bus in real time.
For local live bus tracking and trip planning use the Transit App or UMO APP (available on Google Play and the App Store).
You can also visit www.GoRaleighLive.org for live tracking and stop arrival times. Google Maps is also a useful source for trip planning and tracking your bus.
Wake Forest Loop (WFL)
The WFL is a fare-free bus route for residents wanting to travel within Wake Forest and a portion of Wakefield. The bus route also provides a connection to the WRX in Downtown Wake Forest. The bus route has two loops. Loop A runs clockwise, and Loop B runs counterclockwise. The service operates Monday-Saturday, with buses arriving hourly on each Loop.
The current Wake Forest Loop (WFL) Bus Service, operated by GoRaleigh, will be suspended October 1, 2024, during the new Go Wake Forest microtransit pilot program.
Service suspension notice is being coordinated with GoRaleigh and will include posted notices (shown right) at Wake Forest Loop (WFL A & B) bus stops encouraging riders to utilize the new microtransit service.
Service for the WRX Express route from Downtown Wake Forest to Triangle Town Center and Downtown Raleigh bus terminal will continue to operate with current service hours.
For more information, email Long Range Planning Manager Brad West.
GoRaleigh Access
GoRaleigh provides ADA Paratransit service for eligible persons with disabilities whose trips originate within 3/4 miles of the Wake Forest Loop and end within the service areas of GoRaleigh. For more information regarding eligibility and service, contact GoRaleigh Access.
Holiday Schedule
The Wake Forest Loop does not provide service on New Year’s Day, MLK Jr. Day, Good Friday, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Wake Forest Raleigh Express (WRX)
The WRX is an express bus service with stops at Downtown Wake Forest, Triangle Town Center, and Downtown Raleigh. Commuter parking is available in Downtown Wake Forest. Commuters can buy WRX ride fares and passes on the Umo Mobility app, GoRaleigh website, or in-person at GoRaleigh Station or the Regional Transit Center.
Holiday Schedule
The Wake Forest Raleigh Express does not operate on New Year’s Day, MLK Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
Issues & Concerns
Lost or Found an Item?
Please call GoRaleigh at 919-996-3869 and be prepared to describe the item to representatives. Items may be picked up at the GoRaleigh Operations Office.
Experiencing Bus Delays?
Please call GoRaleigh at 919-485-7433. Be prepared to detail the bus stop location and time of day to the GoRaleigh representative.
Stop Requests?
Please call the Wake Forest Planning Department at 919-435-9510.