• When do buses run?
    • Monday – Saturday beginning as early as 4AM into the late evening.

    • NO SERVICE on the following holidays:

      Unless the day/holiday/celebration is listed- buses will run.

      • New Year’s Day
      • Easter Sunday
      • Memorial Day
      • 4th of July
      • Labor Day
      • Thanksgiving
      • Christmas Day
  • How many bus routes are there?
    • 28
  • Do buses run on Sundays?
    • No, there are no EMTA services on Sundays at this time.
  • What is the difference between the big buses and the LIFT?
    • the big, fixed route buses are public, ride anytime along a set fixed route. LIFT buses are reserved for people with mobility issues and require an application to be accepted in order to be eligible to ride. The LIFT is a door to door, schedule in advance shared ride. The LIFT is still public transportation, but you must be eligible.
  • How do I find my bus route?
    • System Map
      • Locate where you are on the map and the destination you want to go.
      • Find the closest route that services your starting point & Locate the route that is closest to your end destination. That route may take you directly to your destination.
        • If there is not a direct route, you many need to take multiple buses. When you have to take more than one route to complete your trip that is called a transfer.
      • Once you have located the route or routes you want to take, you will want to locate the schedule.
    • Google
      • Open google maps and type in your destination
      • be sure to have your location settings on or use an accurate description of your current location
      • Select ‘Directions’
      • Choose the third option for ‘Transit’
      • This will tell you what route or routes you need to take.
      • See a full tutorial 
  • How can I get a copy of the bus schedule?
    • https://ride-the-e.com/routes-2/
    • Our offices at 127 East 14th Street or 208 East Bayfront Pkwy
    • Have it mailed to you by calling customer service at 814.459.8922
  • How do I know if my bus is late?
    • You can see your bus location in real-time on the myStop app. We always advise checking the ‘Service Alerts’ on the home creen of the myStop app to see if there are any detours effecting your routes.
    • You can also receive email alerts for the Service Alerts by following this process here. 
  • Do buses have air conditioning?
    • Yes, they are climate controlled and can be a little chilly. Please bring a light sweater or jacket to stay comfortable.
  • Are their military discounts?
    • No, there are no military discounts at this time.