How to Ride "The Bus"
CALL FOR INFORMATION
It's easy to learn:
  1. Which bus to take
  2. Where and when to catch the bus
  3. The exact fare needed
  4. When you'll arrive at your destination
You can get any information you'll need to catch the bus by calling 503-861-7433, toll free 1-800-776-6406 or TDD 1-800-453-0402
IF YOUR USING A TIMETABLE
Follow these quick steps to find out where and when to catch your bus:
  1. Make sure you have the current schedule. Look for the route number, color, symbol or the destination served by the route.
  2. Read across the top of the route schedule to find the bus stop names where you want to get on the bus and where you want to get off the bus.
  3. Read down the column under where you want to get off the bus until you find the time you want to arrive.
  4. Next, move left back across the row to the time shown in the column under where you want to get on the bus. NOTE: This time is the time when you need to be at the bus stop to start your trip.
  5. Try to be a few minutes early and plan your return trip by repeating these steps.
FINDING YOUR STOP

Just look for the bus stop signs nearest where you want to get on the bus. The bus stop signs will display our name, "The Bus". If you would like to know the exact location of your stop, call us at 861-7433. Our friendly staff will help you find the stop located closest to you.
KNOWING WHICH BUS IS YOURS
Route Number
It appears in the upper left hand corner.
Route Destination
  1. It will tell you the service provided, major areas being served, or final destination of the route.
  2. As the bus approaches, step closer to the curb and wave to let the driver know you want to get on. If you're not sure it's the right bus, ask the driver.
  3. You can tell where the bus is going by the sign on the front of the bus above the windshield. The sign tells what the route number and the final destination of the bus is.
FARES AND PAYING ON THE BUS
Tickets and passes are available from the bus driver, from the Sunset Empire Transportation District offices at 465 N.E. Skipanon, in Warrenton, or the Transit Center at 900 Marine in Astoria.
Paying on the bus:
Cash and Tickets: Place exact fare or ticket in the fare box when you get on the bus. (Drivers do not carry change)
Passes: Show the driver your pass and have a seat.
Fare Schedule:

Cash Fares  
All city routes (10, 15 & 20) $0.75 one way
The 101 Express, Route 30 and Cannon Beach to Manzanita $3.00 one way.
Westport Route $4.00 one way
   
Passes  
Day Passes $5.00
Regular Monthly Pass $45.00
Senior/Disabled/Military w/ID and Student Pass $30.00
Student Quarterly Pass $60.00
   
Annual Passes  
Regular Annual Pass $495.00
Senior/Disabled/Military w/ID and Student Annual Pass $330.00
   
Ticket Books  
City Routes (10, 15, 20) (25 tickets) $18.00
101 Express/Route 30 and Cannon Beach to Manzanita (10 tickets) $27.00

The Astoria Transit Center will have an Credit Card/Debit Card reader available September 2, 2008 for purchasing passes and tickets. The reader will not be available for telephone/on-line orders, to receive cash back or for purchases less than $5.00.
GETTING OFF THE BUS
About a block before your stop, let the bus driver know you want to get off by pulling the cord or pressing the yellow strip near the windows. When you get off the bus, check to make sure you have all your belongings. For your safety, step away from the bus and wait until the bus pulls away before crossing the street, so you can see traffic clearly.