Transit Travel Tips
The following travel tips are presented to help you and fellow Transit passengers have a more enjoyable trip.
Fares
- Pay the exact fare because our operators do not carry change.
- Have your fare ready when you board.
- Allow a few seconds for the operator to see your pass or transfer.
- If you’re riding for reduced fare, show your photo ID when paying your fare
- If you need a transfer, ask the operator for one when you board.
Entry and Exit
- Always use caution when entering and leaving the bus.
- After boarding,step to the back of the bus to let other passengers enter and exit.
- Please exit by the rear doors whenever possible.
- On low floor buses, the rear doors are opened by pressing a tape strip on the doors. The doors will remain open for approximately 3-4 seconds. As a courtesy to following passengers, please keep your hand on the tape strip to have the doors remain open for them.
Courtesy Seating
- Front seats are designated for seniors and people with mobility problems
Music
- One passenger’s music is another passenger’s noise.Use your headphones.
- Silence is golden when you use your headphones instead of disturbing those around you.
Food and Beverages
- Be courteous to others by not eating, drinking or littering on Transit vehicles.
Smoking
- By Law, smoking is not permitted on any Winnipeg Transit vehicle or in passenger shelters.
Animals
- Registered seeing eye and hearing ear dogs are allowed to accompany their owner on the bus. Pets in small carry-on containers are allowed, provided the owner can safely store it while onboard.
Children in Strollers
- For safety reasons, children should be removed from strollers. Remember to fold up strollers and keep them out of the aisle.
Inline Skates
- Passengers wearing inline skates are requested to remove them before boarding for their own safety. If this is not possible, please take a seat near the front of the bus, and when exiting remain seated until the bus has come to a complete stop.
Request Stop After 7:00pm
For your safety and convenience Winnipeg Transit offers Request Stop. Feel more secure or save a few steps by getting off the bus between regular stops.
- Inform your operator at least 1 stop ahead of the requested stop.
- Exit by the front door only.
- For safety reasons, the operator may be unable to fulfil your request.
- Request Stop is in effect 7 days a week from 7:00 pm until end of service.