Rider Info: 

• Getting on and off the bus

• Bus stops may have a shelter, a bench, or just a bus stop sign that may look like this: 

• At the front of every bus overhead display will show the route name and number or you may see a sign “Not in service” which means that the driver may be on break or is travelling to the next scheduled route.

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On the bus:

• While on the bus please behave appropriately as we want a safe comfortable and efficient ride

• Be safe, let others in need sit, use space appropriately, be kind, keep the bus clean take your garbage with you

 

Safety:

• When the bus is in motion please hold on to bus straps and make sure to hold onto kids, strollers, and any other parcels

• If you feel unsteady please find an available seat​​

 

End of your trip:

• Please ring the buzzer in advance so the driver may safely pullover

• To safely get off the bus please use the handrails located on both sides of the door and safely step onto the curb or street

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​Lost and Found:

• If you lost something on the do not worry. The local transit system will hold you belonging in the lost and found for a minimum of 14 days. You may find the number for the lost and found service on the B.C. Transit website​

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Transit tips:

• Here are some more tips to keep in mind while travelling with BC Transit:

  • Always...

    • Plan to arrive at the bus stop a few minutes early

    • Have your correct fare ready before boarding the bus

    • Take a seat as soon as possible after boarding the bus

    • Hold on while the bus is in motion

    • Keep your head, hands and arms inside of the bus

    • Remind your driver before you leave the bus if you have to remove your bike from the bike rack

    • Be a good neighbour -yelling or loud music on the bus can be distracting for the driver and other passengers

    • Hold on to your children, strollers, parcels, luggage and sports equipment

    • Assist your children on and off the bus

  • Never...

    • Stand in the street or sit on the curb when the buses approach

    • Run after or hit the side of a moving bus

    • Stand or sit in any of the bus stairwells

    • Allow your children to stand or kneel on the seat while riding the bus

    • Jump from the curb to the bus or from the bus to the curb

    • Enter the street in front of or directly behind a stopped bus--make sure traffic can see you

    • Use offensive or abusive language on the bus 

 

Pets on board:

• Assistance animals (guide dogs not therapy) that are certified may be allowed on the bus at all times

• Small-fur bearing or feathered pets contained in a clean, hand-held cage are permitted on the bus

• Cages must be small enough to fit in owner's lap, it may be put on the ground if there is enough room

  • Please expect dogs to be:

    • Clean​

    • Well-groomed

    • Free of offensive odours

    • Healthy

  • Please do not brings dogs abroad if they are:

    • Aggressive​

    • Put others in risk

    • Damage property

    • Seek attention or food

    • Run freely or urinate or defecate in inappropriate areas

    • Disrupt surroundings

    • Bark or growl without a reason

 

Parcel:

• Hang onto parcels during the bus ride and do not bring combustible materials such as propane tanks, gasoline containers, or wet cell batteries​​​

 

Strollers:

• Must be collapsible, cannot exceed 2 feet by 4 feet

• Must be kept clear of aisles

• Position stroller into an unoccupied wheelchair location with the brakes set in position.

• If that is not available fold stroller and move to another seat and keep stroller secure between the seats

• Hang onto stroller at all times​​

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Fares:

• Adults

  • $2.25 - Cash Fare

  • $20.25 - 10 tickets 

  • $5.65 - Ride day pass 

  • $52.00 - Monthly pass 

• Seniors (65+)

  • $1.75 - Cash Fare

  • $15.75 - 10 tickets

  • $4.00 - Ride day pass

  • $38.00 - Monthly pass

• Students (post-secondary)

  • $2.25 - Cash Fare

  • $20.25 - 10 tickets 

  • $5.65 - Ride day pass

  • $42.00 - Monthly pass

• Students (K-12)

  • $1.75 - Cash Fare 

  • $15.75 - 10 tickets

  • $4.00 - Ride day pass

  • $35.00 - Monthly pass

• Children 8 and under are free

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More information at: BCTransit