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Rider's Guide
Accessibility | Bike & Ride | FAQ's | How to Ride | Popular Destinations | Safety Guidelines

Welcome to the Rider's Guide.  Here you will find all you need to make your trip on WestCAT an enjoyable one.

Mobility Training
 
New to public transit? Do you want to learn how to ride the bus? Call (510) 724-3331 extension 17 or email info@westcat.org to learn how to ride WestCAT. We will help plan your trip, provide you with a FAQ's About Riding WestCAT guide and bus timetable and help you to understand how to ride WestCAT. Upon completion of this program, you will receive 1 sheet of discount WestCAT ride tickets  to use on our service for one week.
 

In this section:

  • Accessible Features
    All WestCAT buses are wheelchair lift equipped and has space for two wheelchairs.  The coach operator will assist you on securing your wheelchair to prevent movement while in transit.  For more information on Accessibility on WestCAT, click on Accessibility.   If you have difficulty using Fixed-Route Service, you might also be able to use WestCAT Dial-A-Ride.  Call (510) 724-7993 or click on Dial-A-Ride for more information.  [Accessibility]

  • Bikes on Buses
    You can take your bike anywhere WestCAT goes!  It's easy since all coaches are equipped with exterior bike racks.  Each rack can hold two bicycles.  Click on the Bike & Ride link for information and easy loading instructions.  [Bike and Ride]

  • FAQs
    We have a page of Frequently Asked Questions about riding WestCAT and Helpful Answers to make your trip a pleasant one.  [Just the FAQs]

  • How to Ride
    If you're new to WestCAT, or have questions about riding the bus or the fixed route service, we have prepared a page that will help to make your trip a pleasant one.  Our goal is to provide the residents and visitors in our service area with high-quality transit service.  [How to Ride Guide]

  • Popular Destinations
    Our Popular Destinations Guide lists a few popular spots along with their websites (If available) to check out that are accessible by our routes.  [Popular Destinations]

  • Safety on WestCAT
    Your safety is important to us.  We encourage you to practice the safety tips listed on our Safety Guide to ensure a safe and enjoyable ride aboard the bus.  [Safety Guide]

Additional Information

Lost and Found

Call (510) 724-7993 for information on lost and found.  The lost and found office is located at 601 Walter Avenue, Pinole. 


Rules & Regulations to Ride By

WestCAT enforces all internal safety policies, as well as criminal statues and municipal ordinances to ensure the safety of our passengers and the public at large.  A copy of WestCAT’s “Passenger Safety Policies” is available upon request

 

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