How many bus routes are in Boston?
The service area includes more than 170 routes that run between 5 and 7 days a week. There are 8,000 stops throughout the region. It’s easy to connect to or from other MBTA bus routes, the subway, Commuter Rail, Amtrak, and regional bus services.
How many MTA bus routes are there?
MTA Regional Bus Operations
| Parent | Metropolitan Transportation Authority |
|---|---|
| Service area | New York City |
| Service type | Local, limited-stop, bus rapid transit, and express bus service |
| Routes | 325 total: 234 local routes 71 express routes 20 SBS routes |
| Fleet | 5,725 |
How do I request a stop on the MBTA bus?
On MBTA buses, stops must be requested by pressing the yellow or gray strips located near the windows of the bus, or the red “Stop” buttons located on vertical handrails. If you need help finding your stop, ask the operator for assistance.
What is the difference between a Charlie Card and a Charlie ticket?
CharlieCards are reusable cards that can be loaded with cash value or passes to pay bus and subway fares. CharlieTicket, a paper ticket that can be loaded with subway, bus, Commuter Rail, and ferry tickets or passes.
What are MTA buses?
MTA Bus provides Local Bus and Express Bus modes. Service availability is a general measure of the distribution of routes within a transit system.
Do you press stop on a bus?
There are no fixed stops so you can signal to the driver that you wish to get on or press the stop button to get off at any safe point along the road. You will be informed when the bus is entering and leaving the Hail and Ride section of the route.
Is there an MBTA app?
There are a variety of smartphone apps to help you plan trips on the MBTA, buy Commuter Rail tickets, pay for parking, and report safety concerns to the Transit Police. All MBTA apps are available for free from Google Play and the Apple App Store.