Where is the Transfer (Central Transfer Point) Located?
The St. Thomas Transit Services Central Transfer Point is located at Wal-mart. 
Where can I catch the bus in my area?

Bus Stops and shelters are located along each bus route.  Individual time tables are now available for each route shown below.  All routes are effective March 29, 2021

The Full System Ride Guide is available online and in print to all riders. Copies can also be picked up at the following locations: 

  • Temporary Transit Operational Centre - 605 Talbot Street
  • St. Thomas City Hall, Customer Service and Clerks Department - 545 Talbot Street
How do I book an OnDemand ride?

Get the App and book 24 hours a day via RCT OnDemand!  Available in the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

Payment, pre-booking, text message alerts and many more features are all available with the new app.

By Telephone, call Railway City Transit Local Motion at 519-631-0001 to check ride availability.

  • Mon-Fri: 7:15 am - 9:45 pm/ Sat: 9:15 am - 9:45 pm/ Sun: 9:15 am - 5:45 pm
  • Please have your information, trip details ready and if there are any attendants for your trip.
  • To be sure that you get the best availability, passengers are encouraged to book appointments as early as possible.




       
What are the Hours of Operation?
Weekday Schedules (effective March 29, 2021)
Weekdays  Monday - Friday
Morning On Demand route (effective January 2, 2022) 6:15 am - 7:15 am
 Regular conventional routes  7:15 am - 5:45 pm 
 Parallel Transit and Daytime On Demand Zones 7:15 am - 5:45 pm
 Afterhours On Demand  5:45 pm - 9:45 pm

Weekend Schedules (effective March 29, 2021)
Weekends Saturday Sunday
 Regular conventional routes 9:15 am - 5:45 pm 9:15 am - 5:45 pm
 Parallel Transit and Daytime On Demand Zones 9:15 am - 5:45 pm 9:15 am - 5:45 pm
Afterhours On Demand 8:45am - 9:15am
5:45 pm - 9:45 pm
No Service

 

 

 

Last pickups are 15 minutes prior to end of service.  For exact times refer to system ride guide.

There is no transit service on the following statutory holidays: New Years Day, Good Friday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Civic Holiday, Labour Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and Boxing Day.

How much does it cost to use the Transit Service?
Fares
 Exact Cash Advance Tickets (sold in booklets of 10 tickets)  Monthly Passes (unlimited monthly use)
 Adult Seniors/students/children over age 5  Adult  Seniors/students/children over age 5
$2.75 $2.25/ticket  $1.65/ticket $70.00 $60.00
 * Children under 5 ride FREE with a parent or guardian

 

 

 

 

 


On demand fares are same as regular fares but are paid using the app

*New* Now available – Digital Monthly Bus Passes – Purchase the 30 day monthly bus pass in the RCT-On Demand App using your credit card. Using it on conventional transit is as simple as presenting the RCT On-Demand bus pass screen to the driver as proof of purchase. Ensure your screen is brightly lite and provide the driver a moment to read the pass when boarding.

***PLEASE NOTE*** - The 10-Ride Bundle digital bus tickets are only usable for On-Demand trips and are used as bookings are made. Conventional transit can only accept physical bus tickets at this time.


Fares Reseller Locations

Exact cash accepted during boarding

Fares Reseller Locations
Vendor Name Location Sold Here
 Advance Tickets Monthly Pass
 Railway City Transit Depot 605 Talbot Street
 Fenlon's Your Family Market 114 Confederation  
 Mags Smoke & More 417 Wellington Street #25  
 Water Works Variety 7 South Edgeware Road  
 Wellington Convenience 69 Elgin Street  

Passenger Fare Classifications

• Adult (19 - 64 years)
• School Student (5 - 18 years)
• Child (5 - 18 years)
• Senior (65+ years)

Children under 5 (with parent or guardian) and attendants ride free. 

Student is a passenger who presents a valid student’s card to the bus driver. Any student who fails to present a valid student’s card shall be required to pay a full adult fare. 

What if I need to transfer?

Transfers to St. Thomas Transit buses are free.  Transfers are issued only upon request at the time a fare is paid. They can only be used to complete a one-way trip.

The transfer is not valid on previously traveled routes. Expired transfers are not accepted. St. Thomas Transit is not responsible for lost, stolen or mutilated transfers. 

What is Priority and Courtesy Seating?

The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) requires businesses and organizations to provide accessible services to people with disabilities.  The goal is for Ontario to be fully accessible by 2025. 

The Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation (IASR, 191-11), is a standard developed under the AODA which includes 80 accessibility standards relating to transportation, employment, and information and communications. Compliance dates set out in the IASR range from July 2011 through January 2021. 

In compliance with Section 49 of Regulation 191-11, Ontario’s public transit authorities now provide Priority seating designated for use by passengers with disabilities.

Transit authorities recognize there are other customer who would also benefit from having a seat near the front of the bus. A Courtesy seating area has been designated for seniors, expectant mothers, adults traveling with infants/small children or any other customer who may benefit from a seat near the front of the bus. 

For more information on Priority and Courtesy Seating please refer to the Show you Care information pamphlet

Can my service animal or other pet ride along with me?
Service animals are welcome. Pets are not allowed on St. Thomas Transit Services. 
Can my child ride the bus in a stroller?

No, to ensure safety to all passengers, children must be removed from strollers and the stroller must be collapsed to fit between seats. Non collapsible strollers are prohibited. For safety reasons, children capable of sitting on their own must sit on a seat and not on an adults lap.

Non-collapsible strollers/wagons/bikes/grocery carts/bundle buggies/etc. are prohibited.


Can I smoke on the bus?
No, smoking is prohibited on the buses or in the bus shelters. 
Who do I contact for more information?

The St. Thomas Transit Service is operated by Voyageur Transportation. Their office is located at 614 Talbot Street, St. Thomas. The telephone number is 519-631-0001. 

Voyageur Parallel Transit (to book a ride) and General Enquiry Telephone: 519-631-0001

To contact the City of St. Thomas Transit Services Representative:

Telephone: 519-631-1680, press "0"

For Parallel Transit Inquiries:  519-631-1680 ext 4161 

What can I carry on the bus?
  • Say good bye to the two bag limit. Riders can now travel with easy to carry items where drivers have discretion to prohibit extensive items.

  • Riders need to be able to swiftly load, unload and manage all their carry-on items by themselves. If you need help with your carry-on bring your support person to handle them for you. The drivers are not required to assist.

  • Non-collapsible bundle buggies/strollers/grocery carts/wagons are prohibited.

  • Collapsible items should be folded down and securely stowed during the rider without interfering/blocking aisles.

How can I advertise with St. Thomas Transit?
St. Thomas Transit bus and shelter advertising is provided by Van Pelts Print Plus. Their office is located at 800 Talbot Street, St. Thomas.  The telephone number is 519-631-4407. For inquires please see this flyer and give them a call.