Iron Trail Motors Event & Convention Center (ITMEC)
The home of Rock Ridge Wolverine Hockey, host to Minnesota’s 2025 Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference, and a top venue for Mesabi Iron Range events, ITMEC has a bus stop just steps outside the front door!
Take the Arrowhead Transit public bus system straight to the event center. Getting to the convention center on Arrowhead Transit is easy, convenient, and you won’t have to deal with traffic or parking!
Explore Virginia, MN
The Iron Trail Motors Event and Convention Center is located in the heart of Virginia, a growing Mesabi Iron Range city featuring sports, performing arts, museums, healthcare, new restaurants, hotels, and event spaces. Relax in Olcott Park just up the road, or walk the new Silver Lake trails that connect you to shops, restaurants, hotels, and more.
Bus Routes & Scheduled Stops
Virginia Bus Route
Monday to Friday:
| Stop | Times |
|---|---|
| Laurentian Manor | 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 2:00, 3:00, 4:00 |
| Columbia | 10:03, 11:03, 12:03, 2:03, 3:03, 4:03 |
| Bell Building | 10:06, 11:06, 12:06, 2:06, 3:06, 4:06 |
| Super One North | 10:10, 11:10, 12:10, 2:10, 3:10, 4:10 |
| Essentia | 10:15, 11:15, 12:15, 2:15, 3:15, 4:15 |
| ITMEC | 10:20, 11:20, 12:20, 2:20, 3:20, 4:20 |
| Mall (Dunham’s) | 10:25, 11:25, 12:25, 1:30, 2:25, 3:25, 4:25 |
| Super One South | 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 1:32, 2:30, 3:30, 4:30 |
| Target | 10:35, 11:35, 12:35, 1:35, 2:35, 3:35, 4:35 |
Bus Fare: $3.00 per ride
Virginia & Mountain Iron Dial-A-Ride
Available within Mountain Iron and Virginia city limits.
Phone: 1-800-862-0175 (Option 1)
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sunday: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Bus Fare: $3.00 per ride
Learn MoreService to Range Regional Airport (HIB)
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Range Regional Airport Bus ScheduleService to Duluth International Airport (DLH)
Arrowhead Transit offers transportation services to the Duluth International Airport (DLH).
Duluth Airport Bus Schedule2025 Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference
If you’re attending the Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities (CEC) conference, take advantage of our convenient and affordable transit options. Arrowhead Transit connects you to all conference venues and hotels, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience.
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All buses have free bicycle racks, allowing you to take transit part of the way and bike the rest!