Holiday transit service across the province
BC Transit and its partners are advising transit users of some changes being made to service over the holidays in regions across the province. We ask that you check with your local service website for updated holiday hours. Service on December 24, 25, 26, 31 and January 1 could include regular service, weekend-level service, limited...
Service changes coming to Port Alberni
BC Transit and the City of Port Alberni are announcing some service changes to the local transit system, effective January 8, 2023. The Redford Street portion of the Redford Exchange will be decommissioned. Starting January 8, all routes will use the existing bus stop and shelter on 12th Avenue at Redford. To help with on-time...
New Year’s Eve service on BC Transit across the province
BC Transit and its government partners will be offering special service for New Year’s Eve in regions across the province, on December 31, 2023. Central Fraser Valley – There will be extended Sunday service for New Year’s Eve on some routes. To view the extended service, please click here. Kamloops – Buses in Kamloops will...
Get home safe this New Year’s Eve with BC Transit!
BC Transit and the Victoria Regional Transit Commission are happy to announce free transit for New Year’s Eve. Transit will be free on Sunday, December 31, starting at 6 p.m. on both fixed-route transit as well as custom transit (handyDART). There will be special extended late-night service offered on some routes. We encourage our customers...
Ski shuttle returns to Kimberley
BC Transit and the City of Kimberley are happy to announce the return of the free ski shuttle, effective December 27, 2023. The Peak to Platzl Downtown Shuttle is a free service that takes passengers from the Kimberley Alpine Resort to the downtown shops, pubs and restaurants, helping to support local tourism. This free shuttle...
Holiday events with BC Transit across the province
BC Transit and its partners are celebrating the holidays with events in communities across the province. From parades and light tours to special events to help us stuff a bus, there is no shortage of activities this holiday season. Chilliwack – The annual City of Chilliwack Rotary Christmas Parade will take over the streets of...
Umo Digital Fare Payments available in Comox Valley, Campbell River, and Port Alberni
BC Transit’s Umo (pronounced “you-mo”) electronic fare system is now live in the Comox Valley Regional, Campbell River, and Port Alberni Regional transit systems. Umo introduces contactless payment methods and new fare products that improve the transit experience by allowing riders to pick the best options for their lifestyle and travel habits. New payment methods...
Seasonal changes in Nanaimo
BC Transit and the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) are advising transit customers of a seasonal change to the transit system, effective December 24, 2023. Between December 24 and January 6, the trips marked with “s” in the schedule, will be removed on the following routes: Route 11 Lantzville will also not serve Dover Bay...
Help Stuff the Bus in Victoria!
BC Transit is inviting you to help us stuff a double-decker bus full of holiday cheer on Saturday, December 2, 2023. A BC Transit bus will be set up at the Save-On-Foods at the Tillicum Mall on December 2 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. with volunteers collecting non-perishable food items, new, unused toys, and...
Return to full service in Kitimat
BC Transit and the District of Kitimat are advising customers of a return to full service, effective December 3, 2023. Due to a shortage of drivers, service had been reduced. Starting December 3, all service will resume including full weekday evening service and Saturday service. For current schedules, please check latest the Rider’s Guide. For...