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Free Fares For School Extended!
May 11, 2022
Free Fares For School has been extended through this Summer & the 2022-2023 school year!
Omnitrans is excited to announce that the Free Fares for School program, which offers kindergarten – 12th graders in the San Bernardino Valley free rides to school has been extended to include this summer, as well as for the 2022 – 2023 school year! This means that students can ride Omnitrans buses to school, back home, and everywhere else for FREE!
“We began Free Fares for School as a pilot program in 2021. It has exceeded all ridership expectations, exhibiting the need for such an initiative in our region,” said CEO/General Manager Erin Rogers. “Omnitrans is pleased to extend the program to build the next generation of transit ridership.”
The Free Fares for School program allows community members 18 and under unlimited rides on Omnitrans’ 29 routes with their student ID card. The program was designed to allow students in Omnitrans’ service area to get to school, and extracurricular and recreational activities, encourage school attendance and promote equity.
There is no purchase or registration necessary, and students can board the bus for free, show your student ID to ride with Omnitrans,
To learn more about the Free Fares for School, visit omnitrans.org/buy-a-pass/free-fares-for-school/ and for more information on Omnitrans routes and services, please visit www.omnitrans.org.
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Free Fares for School
June 23, 2021
Free Bus Rides for K-12 Students
Omnitrans buses are free for K-12 students beginning on August 1, 2021! Omnitrans Free Fares for School pilot program welcomes students back to in-person learning with free bus rides. Students can ride to school, after school activities, and around town to meet up with friends on safe Omnitrans buses, for free.
No purchase or registration necessary. Students can board the bus for free, just show your student ID to ride.
Discounted OmniAccess ADA service is available for pre-qualified students.Get to school, work, and play.
Omnitrans provides service to schools in San Bernardino county, work, shopping, and anywhere else you need to go. With your student ID, you can ride as much as you want. It’s your pass to freedom.
Safe transportation for everyone.
Omnitrans is dedicated to providing safe service, so you can ride the bus without worrying. We’ve implemented extended cleaning measures and follow CDC guidelines to keep everyone safe.
To learn more tips for staying safe on the bus, check out our safety guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Use our online trip planner to find out which bus route serves your home and school.
Visit our routes and schedules page to find detailed schedules and stops for each route.
No registration is necessary to participate in the Free Fares for Schools program. All K-12 students are eligible for free rides. Be prepared to provide your current K-12 Student ID upon request.
K-12 students will receive a 50% discount on premium OmniRide service through the Free Fares for School program – one-way trips will cost just $2 with a student ID.
The Free Fares for School pilot program is for K-12 students only; all accompanying riders must pay appropriate fare. Visit our fares page for more info.
At this time, the Free Fares for School pilot program is for K-12 students only, and replaces Omnitrans’ 18 and under Youth Fare.
Track your bus and plan your trip with your phone using the Transit app.
Download the Transit app to track your bus and plan your trip, all from your phone. Get real-time information about the routes nearest you and step-by-step instructions for every trip.
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