FAQs • City of Ellensburg • CivicEngage

Once I am on the bus, how do I tell the driver where I need to stop.: In many cases, the driver will ask where you want to exit the bus when you board. In addition, you may pull the yellow cord running along the bus windows. When it is pulled the driver will stop at the next bus stop on the route.

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Public Works - Central Transit

1. What is the fare to ride a Central Transit bus?: There is no cost to ride the Central Transit fixed route buses!

2. I was told Central Transit is only for Central Washington University students and faculty. Is there a service available that I can use?: Central Transit is for EVERYONE! There are no requirements as who may ride a Central Transit bus.

3. Can I bring my bike on the bus?: Bicycles are not allowed inside the buses, but all Central Transit buses are equipped with bike racks that hold two bikes. Space on the rack is on a first come basis.

4. I would like to ride the Central Transit bus, but I need to use a walker and cannot use steps. What can I do?: All Central Transit buses are accessible. Each is equipped with a lift which is available for use by those passengers who cannot use the steps. Due to capacity constraints on the lifts, the weight limit including the person and their mobility device is 600 pounds and the foot print of the mobility device can be no larger than 48” x 30”.

5. Once I am on the bus, how do I tell the driver where I need to stop.: In many cases, the driver will ask where you want to exit the bus when you board. In addition, you may pull the yellow cord running along the bus windows. When it is pulled the driver will stop at the next bus stop on the route.

6. Sometimes when I use Google, it picks a path that is out of the way or requires a lot of walking. How can I make sure I am getting the best directions?: For the most efficient route, download the new Transit app in the Apple Store or Google Play. You'll be able to see your bus' location in real time, and plan the most efficient route!