BC Transit marks 30 years providing safe rides to new grads
GLOBAL – Once again this year, high school graduates in more than 50 communities across the province will be able to ride the bus for free for two days of their choice during the month of June. For the 30th year in a row, BC Transit and its partner communities are offering the popular GradPASS...
BC Transit's back-to-school (or work) refresher
The first two weeks after Labour Day are usually the busiest for any transit system. We encourage everyone to choose a sustainable transportation option, like biking, walking… or taking the bus, of course! But how do you get a smoother commute during these exceptionally busy weeks? Check out these handy BC Transit tips: Plan ahead...
Back-to-school (and work!) commuter refresher
Corporate – The first couple of weeks after Labour Day are traditional the busiest for any transit system. We encourage everyone to make a sustainable transportation choice, such as biking, walking or taking the bus, of course! If you choose to take the bus, we have a few tips to help make your commute smoother–especially...
Fraser Valley Express doubles its weekend and holiday service
Fraser Valley – Effective September 4, the popular BC Transit route 66 Fraser Valley Express (FVX) will double its current weekend and holiday schedule by adding four new round trips, providing greater flexibility for customers. The FVX connects Chilliwack and Abbotsford to TransLink services at Carvolth Exchange in Langley, covering 65 km from start to...
BC Transit's back-to-school (or work) refresher
The first two weeks after Labour Day are usually the busiest for any transit system. We encourage everyone to choose a sustainable transportation option, like biking, walking… or taking the bus, of course! But how do you get a smoother commute during these exceptionally busy weeks? Check out these handy BC Transit tips: Plan ahead...
New buses arrive in BC Transit communities
Corporate – New buses have started to arrive in communities across the Province. Two different models will be delivered – the ARBOC Spirit of Mobility buses will replace buses in the current fleet, while the 30 and 35-foot Vicinity buses will expand the fleet size in select communities. “Investing in public transit infrastructure is key...
Fall service levels return to UBCO Connector
Vernon – Starting Tuesday, September 4, route 90 UBCO Connector will reinstate its regular fall service schedule, making it easier for North Okanagan students, faculty and staff to get to the University of British Columbia Okanagan campus when classes are back in session. Two midday trips in each direction will be restored on this route....
Service and fare changes coming to Williams Lake in the fall
Williams Lake – This September, transit riders in Williams Lake will benefit from the addition of two new weekday trips on routes 1 Community Bus and 3 South Lakeside each, and from a simplified ticket price. Effective Tuesday, September 4, the two new trips on route 1 Community Bus will leave Boitanio Park at 1:45...
Minor schedule changes coming this fall to Quesnel
Quesnel – Effective Tuesday, September 4, bus riders in the Quesnel Transit System should expect minor scheduling changes on routes 1 West Quesnel and 2 Red Bluff. The changes come in response to the relocation of the Quesnel Junior Secondary School from downtown to Red Bluff, and to better align the transit schedule to new...
Transit service improvements coming soon to Chilliwack
Chilliwack – Starting this fall, bus riders in Chilliwack will benefit from several key service changes, including the addition of new Sunday trips on most routes, improved service to Promontory Heights, and new, early morning connections to route 66 Fraser Valley Express (FVX) on weekdays. Effective Tuesday, September 4, route 4 Promontory will extend into...