Bus Fare
Bus Tips
True or False
Bus Tips
Bus Tips
100
What is the Friday bus fare during summer?
FREE! Until August 21
100
How do you open the middle door on the bus?
Wave your hand infront of it! 
100
You can bring a drink onto the bus that has a tight lid.
TRUE! You can not bring drinks with no lid or drinks that don't have a tight lid. (i.e. no Tims coffee cups, no McDonalds fountain cups, etc).
100
What is 3 ways you can plan your bus trip?
1. By using the bus map.
2. By using the Transit App.
3. By Calling 311.
100
What is priority seating?
Seats near the front of the bus that is made easily accessible by those who may need them (senior citizen, a small child, a pregnant person, passenger with a disability). Give up priority seating if you do not personally require it.
200
What is the bus fare for YOUTH & SENIORS?
$2.00 for youth (ages 13-17) and senior (ages 65+)
200
The safe place to wait for your bus.
Behind the yellow line.
200
You can place your bag/purse on the chair next to you.
FALSE! This takes up a seat that someone could sit in, especially on busy days.
200
What does the 51, blue accessible symbol and 8544 mean on this bus sign?
51 = Route number
Accessible symbol = There's a ramp that can be lowered, the bus lowers.
8544 = Bus stop number (useful when calling 311 to help with your bus trip)
200
People are not following the rules on the bus.. Should you say something?
As long as it's not impacting you, it's best to keep to yourself and not pay attention to it. You're following the rules and that's all that matters :)
300
What is the ADULT bus fare?
$2.75 (ages 18-64)
300
What is the number you call when you're confused or having issues with your bus route or time.
311 - If you call this number, you will speak to a friendly agent to help you out.
300
You can listen to your music outload, with no earphones.
FALSE. This can irritate the other passengers or distract the driver.
300
What are 2 or 4 ways to make sure you don't miss your bus!
1. Arrive five minutes early
2. Keep an eye out for your bus
3. Wave for your bus so it knows you want to get on.
4. Be in sight so the bus driver sees you waiting
300
Oh no! You left your bag on the bus. Where is the Halifax Transit lost and found?
Bridge Terminal in Dartmouth
400
How much is a pack of 10 bus tickets for ADULTS?
$24.75 (ages 18-64)
400
How do you spot a bus stop?
Bus sign with bus routes and a glass bus shelter. 
400
You should not litter on the bus.
TRUE! Take your garbage with you.
400
Where do you board the bus?
The front door
400
What is a Transfer?
Allows you to use on other buses or ferries to complete your trip without paying an additional fare. Transfers are can be used for up to 90 minutes after the last time point on the route. If you need a transfer, you must ask the bus driver when getting on the bus.
500
How much is a monthly bus pass for ADULTS?
$82.50 (ages 18-64)
500
What do you do on the bus when your stop is next?
You pull the yellow cord OR you push the button.
500
Bus times/routes may change depending on an increase in snowy weather. (Snow Plan)
TRUE! If there is a lot of snow, several of Halifax Transit's bus routes are put on 'snow plan'.
500
Is it okay to run for the bus when you're late?
No! Don't run after the bus as you could injure yourself. Walk to bus stop and wait for the next.
500
Name a bus terminal in Halifax...
Lacewood Bus Terminal
Maritime Bus
Mumford Bus Terminal (Halifax Shopping Centre)
Water St. Terminal