A new Guelph Transit bus service, the Community Bus, is available to help residents reach key locations in underserviced areas of Guelph as of this week.
Guelph Transit has introduced the Community Bus as a pilot project in response to a community need for transit in some underserviced areas of the city.
The Community Bus is a fully accessible mobility van that can seat up to five passengers using mobility devices and four without mobility constraints. This service will operate Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The fare structure is the same as conventional transit; $2.25 cash fare and tickets or passes are also accepted.
“The Community Bus will enable Guelph Transit to provide additional transportation to more residents throughout the city,” said Fred Gerrior, the City of Guelph’s Supervisor of Scheduling and Service Planning. “We’re pleased to offer this service value added service.”
The Community Bus travels along two routes within the city, stopping at several major destinations within the city, including Guelph Medical Clinic, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Wal-Mart, Riverside Glen Seniors Centre, Evergreen Seniors Centre, Speedvale Court, Guelph General Hospital, The Elliot, Bullfrog Mall, Grange St. Court, and St. George’s Square. Additional stops can also be requested along the two designated routes.
Riders can catch the Community Bus by waiting at their nearest bus stop or corner and waving down the Community Bus to let the driver know they require a ride.
Visit www.guelphtransit.ca for more information.