What is bus Travel Training?
Travel Training is a free, self-paced program for people who want to learn to travel independently using our regular bus system. Training occurs one-on-one in a supportive environment.
Who is eligible?
Anyone is eligible to receive bus travel training. The service is not limited to senior citizens or people with disabilities.
What is the process?
Training begins with one-on-one instructor assistance. Each training program is individually designed and will help you learn how to:
Plan your trip,
Ride specific routes,
Read and understand route maps and schedules,
Get to and from your bus stop,
Recognize bus numbers, bus stops, and landmarks,
Pay fares and purchase passes,
Get on and off the bus safely,
Use the lift to board with a mobility device,
Position your mobility device in the bus,
Locate and transfer to other buses,
Get service information, and
Travel independently and confidently riding the bus.
For more information, e-mail traveltraining@intercitytransit.com