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Transit services will increase fivefold in Whistler and includes frequent connecting service from Squamish and Pemberton to Whistler. The bus fleet will expand from 39 to 135 buses to serve the estimated 2.1 million customers expected during the month of February.

The existing Whistler routes will run more often, new routes will be introduced, and will run over longer hours. Some routes, like the Squamish and Pemberton connectors will run 24 hours a day 7 days a week, and most routes will run every 10 to 30 minutes.

BC Transit’s enhanced service begins February 1 and runs through to February 28. Check Schedules and Maps for start dates on each route. On March 1, BC Transit will return to regular winter service levels. The #10 Games Express will serve the 2010 Paralympic Winter Games from March 1 to March 21.

Yes. During our enhanced service period, BC Transit will operate around the clock, seven days a week on most routes to meet the needs of the workforce for the Games and the resort.

Tickets to events include complimentary access to BC Transit during the entire day of the event until 4:00 a.m.

BC Transit will provide service to two Olympic competition venues: Whistler Creekside (Alpine Skiing) and the Whistler Sliding Centre (Bobsleigh, Luge and Skeleton). The bus will take you to the designated loading and unloading zones at the two venues served by BC Transit.

There is no BC Transit to Whistler Olympic Park. Take the Whistler Olympic Park Express shuttle from designated stops in Whistler Village.

BC Transit's fully accessible, low-floor bus fleet will operate at normal winter service levels in Whistler, Squamish and Pemberton. The #10 Games Express in Whistler will also run March 1 to 21.

During the enhanced service period, all the existing bus routes will be in operation, and 8 new routes will be introduced. In Whistler, our goal is to have 90 percent of homes within 400 metres of a bus stop. New service areas are Alta Lake, Whistler Cay Heights, Nicklaus North, Bayshores, Kadenwood, Nordic Estates, Gondola Way and Pinecrest/Black Tusk.

During the 2010 Winter Games, the volume of buses will increase fivefold in Whistler. To accommodate the expanded bus fleet, the increased frequency of service, and for reasons of safety and security, BC Transit has split the routes between the two hubs: the Gondola Transit Exchange and the Main Street Transit Exchange.

To reach the Gondolas from the Main Street Transit Exchange, you may walk along the Village Stroll (about a 10-minute walk) or take the Special Shuttle service. The Special Shuttle operates from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, and is a direct route connecting Main Street and the Gondola Transit Exchange. The fare is $2, pass, or transfer.

Outside these Special Shuttle service hours, you will need to walk, two minutes, to Village Gate Boulevard, and catch the #1, #2, or the #6. You may also transfer before you reach the Main Street Exchange:

• If you are on the 10 Games Express or 7 Tapleys Connector, transfer to the 1 Creekside Express or 2 Whistler Creek at the last stop on Highway 99 (in front of the Whistler Media Centre/Conference Centre) just before the bus turns into Village Gate Boulevard.
• If you are on the 3 Emerald Estates, transfer to the 6 Village Shuttle on Lorimer Road just past Northlands.
• If you are on the 4 Alpine Meadows, transfer to the 3 Emerald Estates at Meadow Park Sports Centre, then transfer to the 6 Village Shuttle on Lorimer Road just past Northlands.

To reach the Gondolas from the Main Street Transit Exchange, you may walk along the Village Stroll (about a 10-minute walk) or take the Special Shuttle service. The Special Shuttle operates from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, and is a direct route connecting Main Street and the Gondola Transit Exchange. The fare is $2, pass, or transfer.

Outside these Special Shuttle service hours, you will need to walk, two minutes, to Village Gate Boulevard, and catch the #1, #2, or the #6. You may also transfer before you reach the Main Street Exchange:

• If you are on the 10 Games Express or 7 Tapleys Connector, transfer to the 1 Creekside Express or 2 Whistler Creek at the last stop on Highway 99 (in front of the Whistler Media Centre/Conference Centre) just before the bus turns into Village Gate Boulevard.
• If you are on the 3 Emerald Estates, transfer to the 6 Village Shuttle on Lorimer Road just past Northlands.
• If you are on the 4 Alpine Meadows, transfer to the 3 Emerald Estates at Meadow Park Sports Centre, then transfer to the 6 Village Shuttle on Lorimer Road just past Northlands.

Public transit in Whistler is open to everyone. Residents, visitors, Olympic ticket holders, volunteers and workforce can all ride the BC Transit system in Whistler.

This website will be updated frequently and will contain information on bus routes, bus frequency, where to buy passes and customer alerts. A Rider's Guide booklet, listing all bus routes and maps, will be distributed before and during the Games. All buses and bus stops will be clearly marked.

There are generally three peak periods: between 4 a.m. and 10 a.m., between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., and between 11 p.m. and 2 a.m. We recommend that you avoid using transit to run errands during these times, and if you do need to travel during peak periods, give yourself plenty of time.

Lost items can be collected from the Whistler Transit Centre at 8011 Highway 99. In February, lost items may be collected from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 7 days a week. Items will be held for 14 days then sent to the Whistler Recycling Centre. Items of value will be forwarded to the RCMP.

Yes, skis and snowboards will be allowed on-board the bus when space permits.

Only small pets that are fur-bearing or feathered and contained in a secure, clean, handheld cage are permitted on the buses. Certified assistance animals and avalanche dogs may continue to use public transit as always. Owners of assistance animals should be prepared to show the animal's verification of training. Before taking your pet on the bus, please read all guidelines about this policy online at www.bctransit.com.

No. Residents are encouraged to stick to their regular routine when disposing of garbage, but to consider dropping it off during off-peak periods.

Yes, but we strongly encourage you to run your errands during off-peak hours.

From Whistler Village and surrounding neighbourhoods:
Take 1 Creekside Express, 2 Whistler Creek, 3 Emerald Estates, 4 Alpine Meadows, 6 Village Shuttle, 7 Tapleys Connector, 9 Whistler Cay Heights, 10 Games Express, or 77 Staff Housing to Whistler Village.

From Squamish:
Take Squamish Local service (1, 2, 3) or special Squamish Neighbourhood Shuttles (201,202, 203) to Squamish 2010 Transit Exchange, transfer to 98 Squamish Connector to Whistler Village.

From Black Tusk Pinecrest:
Take 11 Black Tusk/Pinecrest to Tamarisk Turnaround, transfer to 1 Creekside Express to Whistler Village.

From Bayshores, Millar’s Pond, Kadenwood and Whistler Highlands:
Take 103 Cheakamus Way, transfer at Whistler Creekside to 1 Creekside Express, 2 Whistler Creek or 10 Games Express to Whistler Village.

From Whistler Creekside:
Take 102 Gondola Way to Hwy. 99., transfer to 1 Creekside Express, 2 Whistler Creek or 10 Games Express to Whistler Village.

From Nordic Estates:
Take 101 Nordic Estates to Hwy. 99, transfer to 1 Creekside Express, 2 Whistler Creek or 10 Games Express to Whistler Village.

From Alta Lake Park and Whistler Hostel:
Take 23 Alta Lake Shuttle to Meadow Park Sports Centre, transfer to 3 Emerald Estates or 4 Alpine Meadows to Whistler Village.

From Nicklaus North and Emerald Estates:
Take 104 Nicklaus North to Meadow Park Sports Centre, transfer to 3 Emerald Estates or 4 Alpine Meadows to Whistler Village.

From Mt. Currie:
Take 100 Pemberton Local to Pemberton, transfer to 99 Pemberton Connector to Whistler Village.

From Whistler Village and surrounding neighbourhoods:
Take 3 Emerald Estates, 4 Alpine Meadows, 6 Village Shuttle, 7 Tapleys Connector, 9 Whistler Cay Heights, or 77 Staff Housing to Whistler Village, transfer to 1 Creekside Express, 2 Whistler Creek or 20 Creekside Event Shuttle at Gondola Exchange or 10 Games Express at Main Street Exchange.

From Squamish:
Take Squamish Local service (1, 2, 3) or Squamish Neighbourhood Shuttles (201, 202, 203) to Squamish 2010 Transit Exchange, transfer to 98 Squamish Connector to Whistler Creekside.

From Black Tusk Pinecrest:
Take 11 Black Tusk/Pinecrest to Tamarisk Turnaround, transfer to 1 Creekside Express to Whistler Creekside.

From Alta Lake Park and Whistler Hostel:
Take 23 Alta Lake Shuttle to Tamarisk Turnaround, transfer to 1 Creekside Express to Whistler Creekside.

From Nicklaus North and Emerald Estates:
Take 104 Nicklaus North to Meadow Park Sports Centre, transfer to 3 Emerald Estates or 4 Alpine Meadows to Whistler Village, transfer to 1 Creekside Express, 2 Whistler Creek, or 10 Games Express to Whistler Creekside

From Mt. Currie:
Take 100 Pemberton Local to Pemberton, transfer to 99 Pemberton Connector to Whistler Village, transfer to 1 Creekside Express, 2 Whistler Creek and 10 Games Express to Whistler Creekside.

From Whistler Village and surrounding neighbourhoods:
Take 1 Creekside Express, 2 Whistler Creek, 3 Emerald Estates, 4 Alpine Meadows, 6 Village Shuttle, 7 Tapleys Connector, 9 Whistler Cay Heights, or 10 Games Express, transfer to 21 Sliding Centre Event Shuttle at Gondola Transit Exchange. Other options include the Excalibur Gondola or walking (20-25 minutes).

From Squamish:
Take Squamish Local service (1, 2, 3) or Squamish Neighbourhood Shuttles (201,202, 203) to Squamish 2010 Transit Exchange, transfer to 98 Squamish Connector to Whistler Village.

From Black Tusk Pinecrest:
Take 11 Black Tusk/Pinecrest to Tamarisk Turnaround, transfer to 1 Creekside Express to Whistler Village.

From Bayshores, Millar’s Pond, Kadenwood and Whistler Highlands:
Take 103 Cheakamus Way, transfer at Whistler Creekside to 1 Creekside Express, 2 Whistler Creek, or 10 Games Express to Whistler Village.

From Whistler Creekside:
Take 102 Gondola Way to Hwy. 99, transfer to 1 Creekside Express, 2 Whistler Creek, or 10 Games Express to Whistler Village.

From Nordic Estates:
Take 101 Nordic Estates to Hwy. 99, transfer to 1 Creekside Express, 2 Whistler Creek, or 10 Games Express to Whistler Village.

From Alta Lake Park and Whistler Hostel:
Take 23 Alta Lake Shuttle to Meadow Park Sports Centre, transfer to 3 Emerald Estates or 4 Alpine Meadows to Whistler Village.

From Nicklaus North and Emerald Estates:
Take 104 Nicklaus North to Meadow Park Sports Centre, transfer to 3 Emerald Estates or 4 Alpine Meadows to Whistler Village.

From Mt. Currie:
Take 100 Pemberton Local to Pemberton, transfer to 99 Pemberton Connector to Whistler Village.

There is no BC Transit service to Whistler Olympic Park, this service is provided by VANOC.

Spectators from Whistler, Pemberton and Squamish: Take local BC Transit to Whistler Village. BC Transit service is complimentary on the day of your Olympic event. To access Whistler Olympic Park, board the complimentary VANOC operated WOP Express at Day Skier Lot 4 at the Whistler Transportation Mall. Parking is not available for spectators at the Whistler Transportation Mall. Show your event ticket when boarding the bus. Reservations are not required. Arrive at least two and a half hours prior to your event to catch the WOP Express shuttle.

Click here for more information and estimated departure times.

Squamish Residents: VANOC will provide a shuttle (for Squamish residents and their guests only) departing from the Squamish Transit Exchange on Discovery Way (by Walmart) directly to Whistler Olympic Park. An event ticket, boarding pass decal, and government-issued photo identification are required to board the shuttle. Boarding pass decals can be picked-up at the Squamish Sea to Sky checkpoint permitting office (#2-40437 Tantalus Road). Proof of Squamish residency and your Olympic event ticket must be presented.. The boarding pass decal will display your assigned departure time. Click here to download a PDF.

Taking a private coach is the easiest way to travel between Whistler and Vancouver. Many commercial carriers offer this service. Check out www.travelsmart2010.ca for more information or the Links page on the BC Transit Games Service website.

If you choose to drive, the Sea to Sky commuter route will be open to vehicle traffic in February, though there may be traffic delays, road closures and parking restrictions. In addition, permits will be required between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. for private vehicles traveling north of Squamish.

Workers that live in Squamish and Pemberton but work in Whistler may use BC Transit's frequent connector services. This includes the Olympic workforce and volunteers, as well as the general workforce who are employed in Whistler businesses.

Pemberton Park & Ride facilities are located at the end of Prospect Street. After parking, walk to Frontier Street to access Pemberton Terminus.

There are no Park & Ride facilities in Squamish. You may make other arrangements for parking, or take a commercial carrier to Squamish. For more information on commercial carriers visit http://travelsmart2010.ca/arrivals-and-departures.

During the Games, the volume of buses will increase fivefold through the Gondola Transit Exchange. As a result, no private automobile, van or private bus access is allowed at the Exchange. Look for alternate pick-up and drop-off areas away from the Exchange to reduce congestion and improve your chance of successfully connecting with your ride.

No. Public parking in Whistler will be significantly reduced during the Games. BC Transit's goal is to have bus stops within 400 metres of 90 percent of the neighbourhoods in Whistler.

During February 2010, a separate fare structure will be in place to reflect the increased service, expanded service area and the specific needs of each community.

Purchasing one of the three attractively priced passes for the entire month of February is a cost-effective and convenient option for frequent users:

• Whistler February 2010 Pass, $38.50, valid on all local Whistler routes
  
• Pemberton February 2010 Pass, $50, valid on all local routes in Pemberton and Whistler, plus the #99 Pemberton Connector
  
• Squamish February 2010 Pass, $95, valid on all local routes in Squamish and Whistler, plus the #98 Squamish Connector

Cash fares in Whistler will be $2 per trip, with a transfer available upon request. The fare will be $6 for a one-way trip on the Pemberton Connector, and $10 for a one-way trip on the Squamish Connector. Current fare rates will apply on in-town service in Squamish and Pemberton. An exact cash fare is required as change will not be given. Click here for more pass and fare information.

Tickets to Olympic events include complimentary access to public transit during the entire day of the event until 4 a.m.

No. During BC Transit's enhanced Games Time service period, a separate fare structure will be in place to reflect the increased service available, the service area of the enhanced service and the needs of each community.

Yes.

No. The bus service in Metro Vancouver is operated by TransLink, while BC Transit will operate the system in Whistler, Squamish and Pemberton. BC Transit's February 2010 Pass or exact cash fare will be required to use the BC Transit system in Whistler or on either of the connecting services to Squamish or Pemberton.

All Games ticket holders will have access to public transit the day of their event by showing their event ticket, so a separate transit pass will not be required. Transportation on the Olympic Bus Network is a separate system from BC Transit's services.

You will still be able to pay exact cash fare on board the bus, but if you plan on using transit frequently, you'll see substantial cost-savings with the purchase of a February 2010 Pass.

A February 2010 Pass or $2 exact cash fare will be required on all Whistler routes, including the Village Shuttle. Transfers are available upon request.

During the enhanced transit period, one flat fee will be applied to all customers. The only exception to this would be children five and under ride for free. By having a single rate, it will improve efficiency, reduce administrative costs, and provides ease of use for the customer and transit operator, all important reasons during a very busy period.