How do you stop the bus in Vancouver?
Ring the buzzer well in advance of your stop so that your driver can safely stop. Carefully make your way to the doors prior to your stop. Use the handrails as you are exiting the bus and be careful when stepping onto the curb or street. If you are unsteady wait for the bus to stop before making your way to the door.
How do I text the bus TransLink?
Next Bus SMS You can also text the bus stop number, and up to two bus route numbers, to 33333 and we’ll send you the next two departure times for those routes.
Who owns TransLink?
British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC), on behalf of TransLink, maintains and operates two of the three SkyTrain lines in Metro Vancouver — the Expo Line and the Millennium Line — as well as the West Coast Express commuter rail service.
Is BC Transit still free?
Public transit is now free for all children 12 and under in B.C., saving families money, increasing access to affordable transportation options and encouraging more people to use public transit.
How do you stop the bus in Canada?
Stops are announced in advance. The next stop is indicated on the digital display near the entrance. To tell the driver that you’re getting off at the next stop, simply pull the yellow cable near the windows or push the red stop button. Use the rear doors when getting off the bus.
Do you need to tap out on a bus?
Always touch in on a yellow card reader at the start of your journey and touch out at the end to pay the right fare. (On a bus or tram you only need to touch in.)
What’s the phone number for TransLink?
You may also call our customer services team on 028 9066 6630 and we can amend the registration details within our system with the correct details.
Does BC TransLink have an app?
The Transit app can be downloaded on iPhone and Android smartphones.
Is TransLink private or public?
public corporation
Translink is a public corporation. It is run as a commercial concern and generates at least over half of its revenues in the marketplace as a private company. It is the sixth largest company in Northern Ireland. That was reiterated yesterday in the list of top 100 companies printed in the ‘Belfast Telegraph’.
How much is a BC bus pass?
Fares
| Type | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | ||
| 10 Tickets | $22.50 | |
| DayPass | $5.00 | Only available on bus. Drivers do not carry change. |
| Monthly Pass | $85.00 |
Can compass card be used in Victoria?
Bottom line: you pay the least if you use a Compass card or Compass ticket. You pay the most if you use cash, or tap a credit card at a farebox. So, either get a Compass fare card (instructions above) or pay your fare at the machines in Tsawwassen terminal, not as you board the bus.
How do I get off the bus?
Tips
- Notify the bus driver when you wish to exit the bus. Simply pull the stop request cord that runs along the upper part of the windows, or push a stop request button, sometimes located above the rear door or on a pole.
- Use the rear door to exit.
- Move all the way into the bus.
- Keep aisles and exits clear.
How do you stop the bus?
Players each take turns to swap one or three cards from the middle. When a player thinks they have cards in their hand that are likely to beat everyone else’s cards on their turn they ask to “stop the bus”. All the other players have one more turn and must swap at least one more card from the middle.
When does TransLink adjust bus service levels?
Starting January 3, 2022, TransLink is adjusting bus service levels around the region to better match customer demand. Check our winter travel tips & safety measures before you take transit. Get alerts when there’s an impact to your trip and understand your travel options. Join Our Team!
How do I contact TransLink corporate information?
Corporate Information 1 TransLink Head Office 2 Media Inquiries 3 Parking Tax 4 Procurement Department 5 TransLink Board of Directors 6 Careers Information. Contact our individual operating companies via the information below. T: 604.520.3641 F: 604.521.2818
What is TransLink’s bus stop balancing program?
TransLink’s bus stop balancing program is removing a total of 58 stops from the system’s Route 4 and Route 7, which serve Vancouver. The program aims to reduce the number of stops along routes where there are too many close together to help travel time and congestion issues, states the Translink website.
What do I do if I have trouble connecting to TransLink?
If you continue to experience trouble connecting, there may be a technical issue or service interruption. For assistance or to report a technical issue, contact the TransLink Customer Information team at 604-953-3333, use our Live Chat or via Twitter @TransLink.