How To Ride Metro Bus

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How to Ride Metro Bus

An extensive network of over 165 bus routes serves the county. Fare can be paid using cash (exact change) or a TAP card. Regular fare is $1.75 and is good for 2 hrs of unlimited transfers in one direction.

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Overview

Metro’s fleet offers different types of services:

• Local buses stop around every two blocks and are painted orange
• Rapid buses are faster buses with fewer stops only at major intersections and are painted red
• Express buses travel on routes on freeways for longer distances with fewer stops and has a higher premium.
• G Line and J Line Lines are bus rapid transit lines (BRT) that run on dedicated busways and require payment by TAP card.

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How to Ride Metro Bus

Be ready at the stop

• Check bus arrival times and arrive early.
• Have your fare ready. 

Be seen at the stop

• Stay where the bus operator can see you.
• Make eye contact and wave.

Be safe at the stop

• Before boarding, wait for the bus to make a complete stop.
• When exiting, step away from the bus as it pulls away. 
• Never run after or alongside a moving bus.  

More Riding & Safety Tips

• Check the head sign above the windshield for route number and destination to ensure it’s your bus.
• Watch and listen for your stop and be ready to exit.
• About one block before your destination, press the STOP button or pull the yellow cord.
• Exit through the rear door and make sure you have all your belongings.
• Let riders in wheelchairs or with disabilities board and or exit first.
• Everything you need to know about bringing luggage and strollers on Metro.
• If riding with a bike, make sure you let the operator know you will be taking your bike from the front rack.

In case of an earthquake:

• Stay onboard the bus unless the bus operator gives other instructions.
• After the shaking stops, the operator will stop the bus at a safe area. 
• If it’s necessary to evacuate the bus, the operator will direct you to a safe area. 
• Metro will send instructions to the bus operator, and allow the bus to proceed when it’s safe.
• Learn more in Metro’s guide for riders, “What to Do in an Earthquake.”

Take a trip to “Safetyville” to explore common safety related issues riding in and around the bus. The video series reminds you that “Safety Begins with You”.

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