Ten
Steps To Get Places on
WRTA’S Fixed Routes
Step #1 - Deciding Where
to Go
Plan your trip carefully. Decide where you want to
go. Study the WRTA system map and schedules for
each route you may want to use.
Go to Trip Planning for
help from WRTA’s Customer Service Specialists.
Answer the questions; then call them at 877-845-WRTA.
Step #2 - Getting to your
Bus Stop
Walk to your bus stop or to the nearest intersection on the
street where the bus route is located.
Step #3 - Your Bus Stop
If you see a bus stop sign, wait there for your bus. If you
do not see a bus stop sign, wait right there anyway. WRTA
buses will stop anywhere along their route, even if there
is no bus stop sign.
Step #4 - Your Bus
Your bus will have the route number and name on the electronic
sign above the windshield. Wait for the bus to stop. If
there is no bus stop sign, wave to the bus as it approaches
(like you would to hail a taxicab).
Step #5 - Getting on Your
Bus
Wait for the bus to come to a complete stop. When the door
opens, you’ll find a cheerful driver greeting you.
And you’ll see a farebox on your right as you board.
Pay your fare. Remember, if you need to catch a second bus
to get to your destination, tell the driver you need a transfer
and pay for the transfer as well.
Now, you’re ready to ride.
Step #6 - On Your Bus
Once you’ve paid your fare, find a place to sit comfortably
for your ride. Anywhere in the bus is okay. But, if you are
not an older person and person with disabilities, please
leave the seats signed for them open. If all of the seats
are full, please walk toward the back of the bus. For your
safety, grab hold of one of the handrails and stand still
while the bus is moving.
Step #7 - Nearing your
Destination
Watch for your destination. It helps to watch for landmarks
or street intersections as you approach. About two blocks
before you reach your destination, press the yellow touch
strip or pull the cord near each window on the bus. This
lets the driver know that someone wants to get off.
Step #8 - Leaving Your
Bus
Wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before starting
to leave the bus. Leaving by the rear door is usually easier.
Riders getting on at the front door may delay your exit.
Once you are off the bus, step away from the bus, as the
bus is leaving.
Step #9 – At
Your Destination
If you know your destination, you are all set. If you are
unsure, look around to find where you need to walk. This
would be a good time to look across the street to see where
you will need to wait when you are ready to return.
Step #10 – Coming
Back
If you are going back the way you came, look for a place
to wait for your bus across the street from where you got
off. When the bus comes, you’re on your way again.
Sometimes your return bus stop may nit be right across the
street. Ask the bus driver before you leave the bus.
It's
as EASY as 1 – 2 – 3
- Use
WRTA to Get There
- Do
What You Need to Do at Your Destination
- Use WRTA to Get
Back
But
What if I can’t
get there on one bus?
Step #8A –Transferring
to another Bus
Start again at Step #3 – Wait for the second bus
you need to catch.
Repeat Steps #3 through #9.
If you
have any questions, call or email:
Customer Service
877-845-WRTA
info@wrtaonline.com
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