TRANSPORTATION GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABOUT KNOW HOW TO GO!...... 2 QUICK RESOURCES...... 2 HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE...... 3 PUBLIC TRANSIT...... 4 PURCHASING BUS PASSES...... 18 SEASONAL TRANSIT...... 20 SHUTTLES & TAXIS...... 21 REGIONAL SHUTTLES...... 22 LOCAL SHUTTLES...... 23 TAXIS & RIDE-HAILING SERVICES...... 26 SENIOR-SPECIFIC TRANSPORTATION...... 27 REGIONWIDE SENIOR TRANSPORTATION...... 28 LOCAL SENIOR TRANSPORTATION...... 29 SPECIALIZED TRANSPORTATION...... 31 COMMUTING...... 35 BIKING...... 38 LONG-DISTANCE TRANSPORTATION ...... 40 AIRPORTS...... 41 INTERCITY RAIL & BUS...... 42 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS...... 44
KNOW HOW TO GO 1 ABOUT KNOW HOW TO GO!
Getting from point A to point B is so much easier when you know all your options. Know How to Go! is a program aimed at helping you navigate the numerous transportation options available in San Luis Obispo County.
Know How to Go! is an outreach and information program designed to help the public understand their transportation options, with a special focus on seniors and people with disabilities. The program’s goal is to ease the confusion that comes with having five fixed-route transit operators, Dial-A-Rides, Senior Shuttles, ADA Runabout service, and other private transportation providers that offer services based on a number of factors.
For questions about the Know How to Go! Guide or transportation services in our region, please call the San Luis Obispo Council of Governments’ (SLOCOG) Travel Training Office at 805-776-8700.
511 Travel Information System Dial Follow 5-1-1 @511travelinfo Dail 5-1-1 for live updates
The three-digit phone number, 5-1-1, is a travel information system that provides consolidated transportation information on road conditions, public transportation, Rideshare or commuter services, and roadside assistance (in English and Spanish). If you need further assistance, it can transfer your call to SLOCOG’s Travel Training Office.
SLOCOG’s Travel Training Office [email protected] 805-776-8700
The region’s Travel Trainer is available to help you understand the bus network and schedules, choose the best bus routes for your specific circumstances, and can even take you on the bus to help you get acquainted with the service and your route. Best of all, this service is free! Just call the Travel Training Office to request transit trainings. The Travel Trainer can provide:
• Personalized trip planning over the phone • One-on-one or group transit travel training, virtually or in person • Transportation materials, like bus schedules and pamphlets, via mail or email • Organized field trips to learn how to use the bus • Application and distribution of VIP bus passes • Mobility training for social service providers to help clients directly
2 KNOW HOW TO GO HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE
Where do you fit in the transportation spectrum?
Throughout this guide you will find the following icons listed on the top of each starting page for each transportation mode. Simply choose the icon that fits your ability level and look for that icon throughout the guide to select the options that best suit your needs.
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KNOW HOW TO GO 3 PUBLIC TRANSIT
Public transit is suitable for most users of the transportation system, and the region’s various transit systems can get you to many destinations within the San Luis Obispo region.
On the next few pages, you will find information for fixed-route transit agencies within San Luis Obispo County. The map on the following page provides a high-level illustration of how local transit connects with the overall regional transit system provided by the San Luis Obispo Regional Transit Authority (RTA). If you are unsure which transit schedule you need, plan your trip online with SLO Regional Rideshare, dial 5-1-1, or get personal assistance from SLOCOG’s Travel Training Office at 805-776-8700.
4 PUBLIC TRANSIT PUBLIC TRANSIT 5 SLO Regional Transit Authority (RTA) www.slorta.org 805-541-2228
RTA serves all of SLO County, while RTA Routes A and B serve the City of Paso Robles (formerly known as Paso Express; see pages 8-9 for details). As the regional transit service, RTA connects with local transit services in the region, including: Morro Bay Transit, South County Transit, and SLO Transit. RTA also connects with Santa Maria Area Transit in Santa Maria and Monterey-Salinas Transit to take you into Monterey County.
Scheduling Details: • All RTA bus routes run daily, except for the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
FARES
FARE TYPE PRICE
Regular (Per Ride) $1.75-$3.25 Senior (65-79) Disabled $0.85-$1.70 Medicare Cardholder Senior (80+) Free with VIP Card
ADA Cardholder Free with ADA Card
Student (K-12th) $0.85-$1.70
Children 44” And Under Free with adult rider
ROUTES
ROUTE FROM/TO TO/FROM
9S/9N Paso Robles Templeton Atascadero Santa Margarita San Luis Obispo
10S/10N San Luis Obispo Pismo Beach Arroyo Grande Nipomo Santa Maria
12S/12N Los Osos Morro Bay Cuesta College San Luis Obispo
14S/14N Cuesta College Downtown San Luis Obispo
15S/15N San Simeon Cambria Cayucos Morro Bay
See RTA’s schedules and fares webpage for further details.
6 PUBLIC TRANSIT PUBLIC TRANSIT 7 RTA Routes A & B (formely Paso Express) www.slorta.org 805-541-2228 X RTA Route A and Route B (formerly known as Paso Express) serve the City of Paso Robles. These routes provide fixed-route transit and Dial-A-Ride service. You can catch the A and B fixed route services at all dedicated stops around the City of Paso Robles.
Scheduling Details: • Routes A and B run Monday-Saturday, except some holidays • No service on Sundays or on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
FARES
FARE TYPE PRICE
Regular (Per Ride) $1.75-$3.25 Senior (65-79) Disabled $0.85-$1.70 Medicare Cardholder Senior (80+) Free with VIP Card
ADA Cardholder Free with ADA Card
Student (K-12th) $0.85-$1.70
Children 44” And Under Free with Adult Rider
ROUTES
ROUTE FROM/TO TO/FROM Pine at 8th Spring at 34th Ysabel Creston at Nickerson Creston at A/B Sherwood Stoney Creek at Creston Niblick at Bearcat Pine at 8th
See RTA’s webpage for Routes A & B for further details. Note: Paso Express Route C is now part of RTA’s Route 9.
8 PUBLIC TRANSIT PUBLIC TRANSIT 9 South County Transit (SCT) www.slorta.org/about-rta/south-county-transit-sct 805-541-2228
South County Transit (also called SoCo Transit and SCT) serves Pismo Beach, Shell Beach, Grover Beach, Oceano, and Arroyo Grande. SoCo Transit has four fixed routes and is operated by RTA.
Scheduling Details: • Routes 21, 24, and 28 run daily, except holidays • Route 27 runs Monday-Friday, except holidays • No service on New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day • On Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day, Routes 21, 24, and 28 run on • Sunday schedules, and there is no service for Route 27
FARES
FARE TYPE PRICE
Regular (Per Ride) $1.50 Senior (65-79) Disabled $0.75 Medicare Cardholder Senior (80+) Free with VIP Card
ADA Cardholder Free with ADA Card
Children 44” And Under Free
ROUTES
ROUTE FROM/TO TO/FROM
21 Pismo Beach Arroyo Grande Grover Beach Shell Beach (clockwise)
24 Pismo Beach Shell Beach Grover Beach Arroyo Grande (counterclockwise)
27 Grover Beach Arroyo Grande Oceano (clockwise)
28 Grover Beach Oceano Arroyo Grande (counterclockwise)
See RTA’s schedules and fares webpage (in the SCT Fixed Route Buses section) for additional information.
10 PUBLIC TRANSIT PUBLIC TRANSIT 11 SLO Transit www.slotransit.org 805-541-2877
SLO Transit serves the City of San Luis Obispo, including Cal Poly. SLO Transit runs eight fixed routes, four express routes (Laguna Tripper, San Luis Tripper, Highland Tripper, and 6X), and the Old SLO Trolley. The express routes and Old SLO Trolley run at certain times during the year.
Scheduling Details: • All SLO Transit Routes run daily, except some holidays • No service on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day • For New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, MLK Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, the Friday following Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Eve, bus routes run on their weekend schedule
FARES FARE TYPE PRICE Regular $1.50 Senior (65-79), Disabled, Medicare $0.75 VIP (age 80+) Free Children (under 5 with Adult, max 2) Free Students (K-12 w/ Student ID) $1.50
ROUTES ROUTE FROM/TO TO/FROM Transit Center Johnson at Lizzie Orcutt at Laurel San Luis Airport (SBP) 1A Broad at Santa Barbara Transit Center Broad at Woodbridge San Luis Airport (SBP) Laurel at 1B Richard Johnson at Lizzie Transit Center Transit Center Higuera at South Higuera at Suburban LOVR at Laguna 2A Lane Dalidio at Madonna (Promenade) Transit Center Dalidio at Madonna (Promenade) LOVR at Laguna Lane 2B LOVR at Froom Higuera at Prado Marsh at Broad Transit Center Santa Barbara at High Dalidio at Madonna (Promenade) 3A LOVR at Laguna Lane Ramona at Palomar Kennedy Library (Cal Poly) Transit Center Kennedy Library (Cal Poly) Foothill at University Sq. LOVR 3B at Laguna Lane Dalidio at Madonna (Promenade) Amtrak Station Transit Center Ramona at Palomar Performing Arts Center (Cal Poly) 4A Grand at Mill Transit Center Performing Arts Center (Cal Poly) Patricia at Highland 4B Ramona at Palomar
12 PUBLIC TRANSIT PUBLIC TRANSIT 13 Morro Bay Transit www.morrobayca.gov/mbt 805-772-2744
Morro Bay Transit serves the City of Morro Bay. They operate one fixed route with Call-A-Ride service. For Call- A-Ride service, the fixed route bus will deviate off route up to 3/4 of a mile to pick up/drop off riders. More information on the Call-A-Ride service can be found under Local Shuttles on page 24.
Scheduling Details:
• Monday through Friday, check the latest schedule for current hours of operation • Connects with RTA at City Park Stop • Fixed Route and Call-A-Ride services are not available on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, MLK Jr. Day, Lincoln’s Birthday, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day
FARES REGULAR DAY PASS PUNCH PASS TRANSIT OPTION (1 RIDE) (1 DAY) (11 RIDES) Fixed-route $1.50 $4.00 $15.00
Discounted $0.75 $2.00 $7.50
Call-A-Ride $2.50 -- $25.00 Children under 5 yrs are free with fare paying adult (limit 2).
ROUTES
ROUTE FROM/TO TO/FROM
Main at Spencer’s Market Beachcomber at Mindoro Sandalwood at San Fixed Route Jacinto Atascadero at 200 Block (Teen Center; High School) City Park at Harbor Community Center/Senior Center
14 PUBLIC TRANSIT FIXED ROUTE STOPS INCLUDE:
1. Main at Bonita 2. Main at Spencer’s Market 3. Main at Sequoia 4. Main at Jamaica 5. Main at Tahiti 6. Beachcomber at Mindoro (stairs to campground) 7. Sandalwood at San Jacinto (beach access) 8. Atascadero at 200 Block (Teen Center; High School) 9. Atascadero at Morro Dunes 10. Atascadero at 300 Block (Motel 6) 11. 490 Quintana Road near FitnessWorks 12. 730 Quintana Road at Albertsons 13. City Park at Harbor 14. Piney Way at Anchor 15. Market at Morro Bay Blvd. (Centennial Stairway) 16. Community Center/Senior Center 17. Main at Errol
CALL-A-RIDE: The fixed route bus will deviate off route up to 3/4 of a mile to pick up/ drop off riders, then return to route before the next scheduled stop.
PUBLIC TRANSIT 15 Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) www.mst.org 1-888-678-2871
MST operates bus service in Monterey County, Salinas County, and Northern San Luis Obispo County. MST has over 95 routes, but only two service SLO County. MST offers transit connections to SLO County via Route 84 Soledad-Paso Robles and Route 85 Fort Hunter Liggett-Templeton.
Scheduling Details: • MST Bus Route 84 runs daily, except for the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
Fare Information: Exact fare is not required. If you do not have exact fare, you will be issued a credit for use on future MST trips. Discounted fare is for persons 18 years and under, 65 years and older, individuals with disabilities, Medicare Card holders, Veterans and their spouse/caregivers, and MST RIDES Paratransit Eligibility card holders. For discounted fares, you must show proof of age, your MST Courtesy Card (English application / Spanish application), or your Medicare card. MST also honors discount courtesy cards issued by other transit systems. Find more information on MST’s fares webpage.
FARES
ROUTE TYPE REGULAR DISCOUNTED
Local $1.50 $0.75
Primary $2.50 $1.25
Regional $3.50 $1.75
Commuter $12.00 $6.00
ROUTES
ROUTE FROM/TO TO/FROM Soledad Greenfield King City San Lucas San Ardo San Miguel 84 Paso Robles Fort Hunter Liggett Lockwood Camp Roberts San Miguel Paso Robles 85 Templeton
See MST’s webpage for Route 84 and Route 85 for further details.
16 PUBLIC TRANSIT PUBLIC TRANSIT 17 PURCHASING BUS PASSES
All single-use and daily bus fares can be purchased on the bus. Some services take exact fares only. These fares can also be purchased using the Token Transit app for the following services: RTA, South County Transit, and SLO Transit (see the following page for details on Token Transit).
BUS PASS OUTLETS
AGENCY ADDRESS CITY PHONE HOURS (M-F)
RTA Office San Luis Obispo 805-781-4472 8am-4pm 179 Cross St, Ste. A
SLO County Public Works San Luis Obispo 805-781-5252 8am-5pm 976 Osos St
City Hall Arroyo Grande 805-473-5400 8am-5pm 300 E Branch St
City Hall Grover Beach 805-473-4550 8am-4pm 154 S 8th St
Oceano Community Services Oceano 805-481-6730 9am-5pm RTA 1655 Front St SoCo Transit Visitor Information Center Pismo Beach 805-773-7034 9am-5pm 581 Dolliver St
City Public Works 8am-12pm Morro Bay 805-772-6263 955 Shasta Ave (M-Th)
Chamber of Commerce Baywood-Los Osos 805-528-4884 10am-4pm 781 Los Osos Valley Rd
City Hall Atascadero 805-461-5000 8:30am-5pm 6500 Palma Ave
City Annex Building 8am-5pm (M-Th), Paso Robles 805-237-3999 821 Pine Street, Ste. A 8am-12pm (F)
Salinas Transit Center 8am-11:30am, Salinas 1-888-678-2871 110 Salinas St 12:30pm-4:45pm MST MST Bus Stop Shop 8am-12:30pm, Monterey 1-888-678-2871 201 Pearl St 1:30pm-4:45pm
Morro Bay Morro Bay Transit passes purchased from bus driver. Morro Bay Transit accepts RTA Regional Transit 31-Day and 1-Day Passes
City Hall - Finance counter San Luis Obispo 805-781-7124 8am-5pm 990 Palm St SLO Transit SLO Chamber of Commerce 9:30am-5pm, San Luis Obispo 805-781-2777 895 Monterey St 9:30am-6pm (Sat)
18 PUBLIC TRANSIT TRANSIT BUS PASSES 1-DAY 7-DAY 31-DAY Regular Discounted* Regular Discounted* Regular Discounted*
All-Inclusive Regional Pass $5.50 ------$68.00 $34.00
RTA $5.50 ------$47.00 $23.50
SoCo Transit $3.30 $1.50 $16.00 -- $37.00 $18.50 $20 SLO Transit $3.25 -- $15.00 -- $40.00 $25 students Morro Bay Transit $4.00 $2.00 ------
MST $10.00 $5.00 $50.00 $25.00 $190.00 $95.00 does not accept Regional Pass
* Senior/Disabled: Seniors aged 65-79/Disabled/Medicare card holder & Students: K-12 grade with Student ID
FREE VIP Bus Passes for Seniors 80+ 805-781-4219 or [email protected]
Seniors 80 years and older are eligible to receive a FREE VIP bus pass. This pass allows free rides on all fixed route bus systems in SLO County. Identification is required to ride for free. To receive the free pass, call the San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) at 805-781-4219 or email [email protected] to make an appointment. At the appointment, you will fill out a one-page application and have your photo taken.
Token Transit App www.tokentransit.com
Digital Bus Passes are available for San Luis Obispo Regional Transit Authority (RTA), South County Transit (SoCo Transit), and SLO Transit through the Token Transit mobile apps (Android or iOS) or online.
MST Store www.mst.org/mst-store • 1-888-MST-BUS1 (1-888-678-2871)
Monterey-Salinas Transit GoPasses and GoCards may be purchased online, by phone, or by mail by sending a check or money order to: Go Passes, 19 Upper Ragsdale Drive, Suite 200, Monterey, CA 93940
PUBLIC TRANSIT 19 SEASONAL TRANSIT
Avila-Pismo Beach Trolley www.slorta.org/schedules-fares/avila-trolley • 805-541-2228
The Avila-Pismo Beach Trolley is a FREE trolley service available during the spring, summer, and fall.
This trolley service connects the Pismo Beach Premium Outlets to the Pismo Preserve and loops back, then it travels to Port San Luis via Avila Beach and into Avila Valley, with stops at Avila Barn, the Bob Jones Bike Trail, Avila Hot Springs Resort, and the KOA campground. Connections from the trolley are available at the Pismo Beach Premium Outlets for South County Transit (Route 21 and Route 24) and RTA (Route 10). See the link above for a detailed schedule.
SCHEDULE BY SEASON
SEASONS SPRING SUMMER FALL
Dates in Service TBD-June 7 June 12-September 6 September 11-27
Friday Hours 4pm-9pm 10am-9pm 4pm-9pm
Saturday Hours 10am-6pm 10am-9pm 10am-6pm
Sunday Hours 10am-6pm 10am-6pm 10am-6pm
Old SLO Trolley www.slotransit.org • 805-541-2877
The Old SLO Trolley runs a fixed route serving Downtown SLO and upper Monterey Street. The Old SLO Trolley is $0.50 regular fare and $0.25 for seniors or disabled persons. Days and times of service vary depending on the time of year.
SCHEDULE
DAYS TIMES TIME OF YEAR
Thursday 5:00pm - 9:00pm Year-round June-Labor Day (first Monday of Friday 5:00pm - 9:00pm September) Saturday 5:00pm - 9:00pm April-October
20 PUBLIC TRANSIT SHUTTLES & TAXIS
Shuttles, taxis, and ride-hailing services can be excellent resources for getting around and they offer door-to- door service to boot. These services can vary a lot in price, so you may want to call ahead to determine the best option for you.
SHUTTLES & TAXIS 21 REGIONAL SHUTTLES
Ride-On Transportation www.ride-on.org 805-541-8747
Ride-On has multiple transportation programs to get you where you need to go. They operate the following:
• Veterans Express Shuttle • Vanpools • Community Interaction Program • Airport shuttle • Access • Amtrak pick-up and drop-off • Hospital Transfers and Medical Shuttle • Event transportation Veterans Express Shuttle is a door-to-door service with pick-up from home and drop-off at local VA Clinics in San Luis Obispo and Santa Maria. Reservations must be made at least 2 days in advance. You will be required to present your VA card to the driver when you are picked up.
Community Interaction Program provides door-to-door transportation rides for individuals with developmental disabilities. The driver will support the rider in the community upon request. For more information or to set up a ride, call the UCP Coordinator at 805-543-2039.
Access is a door-to-door or curb-to-curb shuttle service for San Luis Obispo County residents who are low income and do not have access to public transit. Individuals who are below certain income levels per their household size can send the eligibility form or their tax returns to a case manager to qualify for the Access Shuttle. Once you are signed up for the Access Shuttle, you will be able to set up two round-trip rides a month for $3 each way.
SLO Safe Ride www.slosaferide.com 805-620-7233
SLO Safe Ride is a ground transportation operator servicing the entire Central Coast. They specialize in transport for large group outings, field trips, weddings, wine tours, nightlife, and luxury charters.
SLO Safe Ride is also a proud supporter of preventing drunk driving. You receive a wristband when you ride safely to and from nightlife events and outings with the Downtown Nightlife Shuttle. Some of San Luis Obispo’s restaurants and night clubs show their support for SLO Safe Riders by providing discounts and perks. Present your Safe Ride wristband for free covers at bars and present it at participating restaurants for delicious deals!
22 SHUTTLES & TAXIS LOCAL SHUTTLES
Atascadero Dial-A-Ride www.atascadero.org 805-466-7433
The Atascadero Dial-A-Ride is a door-to-door shuttle service that operates Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 3:30pm. Fares are dependent on which Zone (1 or 2) you are located in. Seniors (65+), disabled persons, and Medicare cardholders are eligible for the discounted fare. This shuttle has a bike rack for your convenience. Ride requests can be made the same day, but 2 days in advance is recommended.
FARES
ZONE 1 ZONE 2
General Public $5 $8
Discount $2.50 $5
Cayucos Van www.cayucosseniors.org 805-995-3543
The Cayucos Senior Van, a division of Cayucos Senior Citizens, is a low-cost volunteer-operated shuttle that provides transportation to ALL Cayucos residents. A small fee is charged to defray the operating expense of the vans. The Cayucos Van is a safe, comfortable option for residents that have no transportation of their own. Passengers must be able to get in and out of the van without assistance. Rides are available within San Luis Obispo County, Monday through Friday between 9:00am to 4:00pm. Rides must be requested at least 48 hours in advance. All appointments are subject to van and volunteer driver availability.
SHUTTLES & TAXIS 23 Morro Bay Call-A-Ride www.morrobayca.gov/mbt 805-772-2744
The Morro Bay Call-A-Ride is a curb-to-curb service that operates in the city limits and is available to everyone. The fixed route bus will deviate off route up to 3/4 of a mile to pick up/drop off riders, then return on route before the next scheduled stop. To schedule a ride, you can reach the dispatcher Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 10:00am. This shuttle may provide same day service depending on how many pre-arranged trips have been scheduled. Call the dispatcher to see if same day service can be accommodated. Reservations need to be made at least by 10:00am the day before for next-day service. Connections to RTA Routes 12 and 15 can be made at City Park.
FARES
TRANSIT OPTION REGULAR (1 RIDE) PUNCH PASS (11 RIDES)
Call-A-Ride $2.50 $25.00
Nipomo Dial-A-Ride www.slorta.org/services/dial-a-ride 805-929-2881
The Nipomo Dial-A-Ride operates Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 6:30pm. Discounted one-way fares of $1.75 are available for seniors, disabled persons, and children. A 10-ride punch pass is available for $20, and $15 for individuals that qualify for discounted fares. Connections can be made to RTA Route 10 and the two Old Towne Nipomo bus stops on Tefft Street. This shuttle offers same-day service.
FARES
GENERAL PUBLIC DISCOUNTED
Per Ride $2.25 $1.75
10-ride Punch Pass $20 $15
24 SHUTTLES & TAXIS Paso Robles Dial-A-Ride www.slorta.org/services/dial-a-ride 805-239-8747
The Paso Robles Dial-A-Ride is a demand-response public transit service providing curb-to-curb service anywhere within city limits and operates Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 1:00pm. This shuttle does offer same-day service. Same day requests must be made 2 hours before your desired pick up time. General fare is $5.00 per one way trip. Discounted fare is $2.50 for disabled persons and seniors. All buses are low-floor and ramp-equipped. Connections can be made to RTA Route 9.
Shandon Dial-A-Ride 805-541-2544
This Dial-A-Ride only operates within the City of Shandon. The Shandon Dial-A-Ride operates Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. This shuttle does not provide same-day service. You must call by 12:00pm the day before to make a reservation. Fare is $5.00 per one-way trip. Connections can be made to RTA Route 9 and at the Paso Robles Train Station.
Templeton Dial-A-Ride 805-541-2544
This Dial-A-Ride only operates within the City of Templeton. The Templeton Dial-A-Ride operates Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. This shuttle does not provide same-day service. You must call by 12:00pm the day before to make a reservation. Fare is $2.50 per one-way trip. Connections can be made to RTA Route 9 and at the Las Tablas Park and Ride lot.
FARES (GENERAL / DISCOUNTED)
PASO ROBLES SHANDON-PASO ROBLES TEMPLETON-PASO ROBLES
$5.00 / $2.50 per one-way trip $5.00 per one-way trip $2.50 per one-way trip
SHUTTLES & TAXIS 25 TAXIS & RIDE-HAILING SERVICES
Taxi and ride-hailing services that are available countywide are listed at the top of the table below. Yellow Cab, Central Coast Taxi, and Fetch are focused in specific areas for pickup, but will drop riders off outside of that area. It is worth noting that Uber and Lyft can often be your easiest option; however, arranging pickups in remote areas can be challenging—they are typically much more accessible in downtown areas.
TAXI & RIDE-HAILING SERVICES FARES LONG COMPANY CITIES SERVED RATES TELEPHONE WEBSITE DISTANCE?
Rate estimate Contact Uber All of SLO County www.uber.com Yes in App via App
Rate estimate Contact Lyft All of SLO County www.lyft.com Yes in App via App
$4 pick up Depends Surf Cab $3.50 per mile All of SLO County 805-440-8155 www.surfcabco.net on the Co. $35 per hour driver wait time
Specializes in $3.00 pick up Depends Santa Maria area, $3.50 per mile Yellow Cab 805-234-8294 N/A on the but will drop off $25 per hour driver anywhere wait time
Specializes in $3.00 pick up Central Five Cities area, $3.50 per mile 805-202-1370 www.centralcoasttaxi.com Yes Coast Taxi but will drop off $25 per hour anywhere wait time
Specializes in $3.75 pick up North County $3.50 per mile Fetch area, but 805-419-3382 www.slofetch.com Yes $35 per hour will drop off wait time anywhere
26 SHUTTLES & TAXIS SENIOR SPECIFIC TRANSPORTATION
SENIOR SPECIFIC TRANSPORTATION 27 REGIONAL SHUTTLES
Senior GO! www.sloseniorgo.org 805-473-3333
Senior Go! is a door-to-door or curb-to-curb transportation service that operates Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 5:00pm, and Saturdays from 10:00am to 3:00pm, for seniors 65+ in San Luis Obispo County. Senior Go! can be used to get to doctors’ appointments, grocery stores, private residences, and more—you just need to stay within the county. Reservations for this service must be made at least 24 hours in advance. Riders are allowed 4 round-trips each month or 8 one-way rides each month. Prices listed are one-way.
FARES
ONE-WAY TRIP MILES TRAVELED FARE
0-5.0 $2.50
5.1-10.0 $4.00
10.1-20.0 $5.00
20.1+ $10.00
28 SENIOR SPECIFIC TRANSPORTATION LOCAL SHUTTLES
SLO Village www.slovillage.org 805-242-6440
A Volunteer Driver Program
SLO Village provides access to vetted volunteers who help with transportation, technology, and handyman services to make living in place easier and more enjoyable for seniors. SLO Village currently serves most of San Luis Obispo County, including Arroyo Grande, Atascadero, Avila Beach, Grover Beach, Los Osos, Morro Bay, Nipomo, Oceano, Paso Robles, Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo, Shell Beach, and Templeton. Expansion to other areas is dependent upon recruiting a broad base of volunteers in the specific area.
Wilshire’s Good Neighbors Program www.wilshirehcs.org 805-547-7025 ext. 2214
A Volunteer Driver Program
The Wilshire’s Good Neighbors program assists seniors and individuals with disabilities with everyday needs, including transportation to go to appointments or run errands such as shopping, post office, and groceries. Those wishing to use this service need to complete Wilshire’s application process prior to needing a ride. To complete the application process, you will need to call Wilshire Community Services and speak with the Volunteer Coordinator, Kristen Grasso. Once registration is complete, users can call to schedule rides when needed. Volunteers not only drive their passenger to their appointments, they are also on hand to be a companion and aide if needed. Rides are dependent on volunteer availability.
SENIOR SPECIFIC TRANSPORTATION 29 Cambria Community Bus www.cambriacommunitycouncil.org/community-bus 805-927-4173
The Cambria Community Council transportation system (Cambria Community Bus) provides FREE door-to- door service for seniors (60+) and disabled persons within the Cambria-San Simeon area. You must call the dispatcher at least one day prior to the scheduled ride. The service operates one bus locally on weekdays, Monday through Friday, between 8am and 4:30pm. Multiple stops are allowed and encouraged. A dispatcher can be contacted to schedule rides Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 11:00am. If you call outside these hours, you may leave a message.
A second bus makes a day trip to San Luis Obispo on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month. This second bus also makes a trip to Paso Robles and Templeton on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. These out-of-town trips are used primarily for shopping; however, medical appointments have priority seating.
Both buses are ADA equipped. Drivers will provide assistance if necessary for riders entering and exiting the bus, as well as transporting packages and groceries into the rider’s home. If you want to volunteer to drive or need more information about driving, call Warren G. (805-927-1147) or Tony C. (805-927-1442).
30 SENIOR SPECIFIC TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIZED TRANSPORTATION
SPECIALIZED TRANSPORTATION 31 Veterans Shuttle 805-543-1233 (SLO) 805-354-6000 (Santa Maria)
The Veterans Shuttle is a FREE curb-to-curb service, with pick-up from your home and drop off at the local VA clinics in San Luis Obispo or Santa Maria. It is for VA Clinic appointments only. Veterans will need to arrange for the transportation through their local VA Clinic. Transportation arrangements must be made at least 5 business days in advance of their appointment.
Amdal Transport Services www.amdaltransportservices.com 844-464-7250
Amdal Transportation services specialize in non-emergency medical transportation, including hospital discharges and medical appointments, especially for wheelchair and gurney-bound passengers. They offer same day service. Pricing varies based on service area.
Zone 1 Service Area: Atascadero, Arroyo Grande, Lompoc, Oceano, Santa Maria, and Templeton. Zone 2 Service Area: Avila Beach, Los Osos, Morro Bay, Nipomo, Pismo Beach, Shell Beach, San Luis Obispo, and Paso Robles.
FARES
SERVICE TYPE ZONE 1: ZONE 2:
Ambulance $40.00+ $2.00 per mile $50.00+ $2.00 per mile
Wheelchair $70.00+ $3.00 per mile $80.00+ $3.00 per mile
Gurney $200.00+ $3.50 per mile $210.00+ $3.50 per mile
AFTER HOURS FARE (BEFORE 7 A.M., AFTER 6 P.M.)
Ambulance $70.00+ $2.00 per mile $80.00+ $2.00 per mile
Wheelchair $110.00+ $3.00 per mile $120.00+ $3.00 per mile
Gurney $280.00+ $3.50 per mile $290.00+ $3.50 per mile
32 SPECIALIZED TRANSPORTATION Care Connection Transportation Services www.careconnectioncentralcoast.com 805-934-0592
Care Connection Transport Services is a 100% women-owned business with over 20 years of experience. Care Connection is a non-emergency medical transportation service for all of the Central Coast. They offer same day service 7 days per week.
FARES
SERVICE TYPE PICK UP FEE MILEAGE COST
Ambulance $25.00 $2.00/mile
Wheelchair $55.00 $3.00/mile
Broda chair* $85.00 $3.25/mile
Gurney $125.00 $3.50/mile
Behavioral Call for Rates
Pediatric $85.00 $3.25/mile Bariatric $145.00 $3.50/mile (patients>260lbs.)
AFTER HOURS FARE (WEEKENDS / M-F, BEFORE 8 A. M., AFTER 5 P. M.)
Ambulance $45.00 $2.00/mile
Wheelchair $85.00 $3.00/mile
Broda chair* $115.00 $3.25/mile
Gurney $170.00 $3.50/mile
Behavioral Call for Rates
Pediatric $130.00 $3.25/mile Bariatric $190.00 $3.50/mile (patients>260lbs.)
* Broda Chair is a WC-19 crash-tested wheelchair with the capability of a gurney with up to 40° of adjustable seat tilt and up to 90° of adjustable back recline. If a patient can sit up in their hospital bed, they can benefit from the Broda Chair.
SPECIALIZED TRANSPORTATION 33 CenCal Health Transportation www.cencalhealth.org 877-814-1861
This is a FREE curb-to-curb service for those who have CenCal Health. This service is for medical appointments and picking up or dropping off your prescriptions. To utilize this service, you are required to make your reservation at least 3-7 business days prior to your doctors’ appointment. If you know that your doctor is going to write you a prescription and you need to drop it off at the pharmacy, please let the dispatcher know this at the time of your reservation. Otherwise, you will have to schedule another ride for another day.
CHC Shuttle Service www.communityhealthcenters.org 877-743-3242
This is a FREE curb-to-curb or door-to-door service for patients that use Community Health Center (CHC) clinics. This shuttle service is specifically for CHC clinic appointments. Eligible patients should have an appointment and live in the area of the clinic. When you call CHC Shuttle Services, the representative will take your information and make a call to verify the appointment. The CHC representative will call you back within 24 hours to complete your transportation request. A minimum of 48-hour notice is required to secure your ride.
Runabout www.slorta.org/runabout 805-541-2544
Runabout is the complementary ADA paratransit service to all fixed route bus operations in the county; it is an option for people who are unable to use the fixed route service because of a disability. Pick-up and destination points are within ¾-miles of the regular fixed route bus lines. Trips are offered during the regular fixed route bus service time span. Reservations can be made between 8:00am – 5:00pm, 7 days a week. Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance and no more than 7 days in advance. To use this service you must be ADA certified. ADA fares are double the regular one-way fixed route bus fare for the same trip distance. To be ADA certified, contact the ADA Mobility Specialist at 805-781-1170. Checks are accepted with a minimum of $15 and maximum of $60.
FARES
Between $2.50 and $11.00 each way, depending on starting point and destination.
34 SPECIALIZED TRANSPORTATION COMMUTING
SENIOR SPECIFIC TRANSPORTATION 35 CARPOOL
Cut your commute costs by 50-70%! All you need is one other person. Carpooling is the quickest and most convenient way to save on gas and reduce air pollution. Looking for a carpool buddy? Try these tools:
• iRideshare.org is a free and confidential way to find a Ride Match in SLO County, whether you’re commuting daily to work or making a one-time trip. Rideshare’s Guaranteed Ride Home program is there for you when you need it, too, and is available to anyone with a free iRideshare account
• Waze Carpool allows you to find people you want to carpool with based on detailed profiles, star ratings, and filters like same-gender & coworkers only VANPOOL
In a typical vanpool, 5-15 commuters ride together, each contributing a low monthly fee that gets them a seat in the van and covers maintenance, repairs, and insurance. Not only is the cost of gas spread out among all the riders, but each person saves the wear and tear on their car. Your car won’t depreciate as fast or need maintenance as often. Vanpools are comfortable and usually have a dedicated driver, meaning you can relax and enjoy a stress-free commute. Let Rideshare cover 50% of your commute costs when you join a vanpool! Call SLO Rideshare (805-597-8022) or email [email protected] to find a vanpool that suits your schedule. PARK-AND-RIDE LOTS
Park & Ride Lots provide a convenient meeting place for carpools and vanpools. These are FREE lots managed by the San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) and Caltrans for day-use parking. Locations of Park & Ride Lots are listed in the table below. To check for updates or locate the nearest one, see SLO Rideshare’s Park & Ride Lots webpage.
PARK & RIDE (P&R) LOTS / BIKE LOCKERS IN SLO COUNTY ACCESSIBLE BUS BIKE LOCATION DESCRIPTION ROUTES LOCKERS Located at the corner of 10th Street RTA: 9S/9N by San Miguel - P&R Lot and K Street MST: 84 request
Located at Multi Modal Station in Paso Paso Robles - P&R Lot A RTA: A, B, 9S/9N 2 Robles, Pine and 7th Street Adjacent to the primary P&R Lot in Paso Robles. P&R Lost spaces are Paso Robles - P&R Lot B RTA: A, B, 9S/9N 2 available on this side of Robins Field Park Paso Robles - Walmart Located in Walmart parking lot at RTA: A, B 4 P&R Lot Niblick and South River
Templeton - Las Tablas Located at the corner of Las Tablas Rd. RTA: 9S/9N 6 P&R Lot & Bennett Way
36 SENIOR SPECIFIC TRANSPORTATION ACCESSIBLE BUS BIKE LOCATION DESCRIPTION ROUTES LOCKERS Atascadero - Highway 41 5575 Hospital Drive RTA: 9S/9N 2 P&R Lot Located on corner of Santa Lucia Road Atascadero - St. Williams and Ardilla Road, next to Traffic Way RTA: 9S/9N 2 P&R Lot exit off Interstate 101 Atascadero - Curbaril Park Located on corner of San Luis Avenue RTA: 9S/9N 4 and Ride Lot and Curbaril Avenue
Atascadero - Santa Rosa Santa Rosa at West Front Road RTA: 9S/9N 4 Park and Ride Lot
Atascadero - Santa 12020 San Antonio Road RTA: 9S/9N 2 Barbara Park and Ride Lot
Santa Margarita - Park Off of Highway 58 and Highway 101 RTA: 9S/9N 2 and Ride Lot
Located in the Calle Joaquin parking SLO - Calle Joaquin P&R RTA: 10S/10N by lot near Taco Temple and Hampton Lot SLO transit: 2A/2B request Inn, has 2 motorcycle spaces in lot
SLO - Pacific Street Bike Located at the Marsh Street Parking SLO Transit: 1A/1B, 4 Lockers Structure on the Pacific Street side. 2A/2B, 3A/3B, 4A/4B
SLO - Health Agency Bike Located at the SLO Health Agency on SLO Transit: 1A/1B 6 Lockers Johnson Avenue: 2180 Johnson Ave.
Located at the Environmental and SLO - Environmental Public Health Building on Johnson SLO Transit: 1A/1B 2 Health Bike Lockers Avenue: 2191 Johnson Ave.
Avila Beach - Bob Jones Located in parking lot for Bob Jones by none Trail P&R Lot trail off Ontario Road. request
Located in Southern corner of parking Pismo Beach - Premium SoCo Transit: 21 RTA: lot of Premium Outlets, off of 5 Cities 2 Outlets P&R Lot 10S/10N Drive.
Grover Beach - Ramona SoCo Transit: 21, 22, Ramona Ave and N 9th Street 1 Garden Park 23 and 24
Arroyo Grande - Walmart Located in Northwest corner of by SoCo Transit: 21, 24 P&R Lot Walmart parking lot off W. Branch St request
Arroyo Grande - Halcyon Located at corner of North Halcyon RTA: 10S/10N 8 Road Bike Lockers Road and El Camino Real SCT: 21, 27, 28
Located at the corner of W Tefft St & Nipomo - P&R Lot RTA: 10S/10N 2 Carrillo St
SENIOR SPECIFIC TRANSPORTATION 37 BIKING
Bicycling is a great way to get from point A to point B. Not only can it improve your health and preserve our region’s air quality, but it can also save you up to $3,300 per year.
38 BIKING Maps: Bike maps are available online for cities and communities in the San Luis Obispo region, and we recommend downloading the maps and map legend at www.rideshare.org/bike-maps. Full county maps are available for a suggested $2.00 donation by calling Rideshare at 805-597-8022.
Online Trip Planning Help: Visit www.rideshare.org and click the “Bike” tab in the top-left corner to find a number of tips and tools, including bike maps and locker information. Also on this website is Rideshare’s 511 trip planning tool, To request a bike locker which you can use to plan your bicycle route. at a Park & Ride Lot, Bike Lockers: submit a Bike Locker The region has 45 bike lockers located at 13 Park & Ride Lot locations throughout the region. You can request a key for long-term use ($100.00 Form at the link above. annually or FREE for members of the Back ‘n’ Forth Club).
Rideshare www.rideshare.org 805-597-8022
SLO Regional Rideshare (Rideshare) is the region’s one-stop-shop for transportation information. As a division of the San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG), Rideshare provides programs for commuters, employers, youth, seniors, and visitors. Rideshare programs are all dedicated to reducing the number of single occupant vehicles on our region’s roads and highways, helping commuters save money on gas, and making it easier to get to and from work.
Bike SLO County www.bikeslocounty.org 805-547-2055
Bike SLO County is a nonprofit bicycle advocacy organization. Their Bike Kitchen, located in downtown San Luis Obispo, is a great place to go to fix your own bike and get assistance from bike maintenance professionals.
BIKING 39 LONG-DISTANCE TRANSPORTATION
40 LONG-DISTANCE TRANSPORTATION AIRPORTS
SLO County Regional Airport (SBP) www.sloairport.com 805-781-5205
San Luis Obispo Regional Airport (SBP) airline services include Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and United Airlines. There are direct flights to Los Angeles; San Francisco; Phoenix, AZ; Denver, CO; and Seattle, WA.
The terminal building is open daily at 4:00am and is located at 975 Airport Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. The Administration Office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm. There is a fee to park in the airport parking lot.
Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) www.santamariaairport.com 805-922-1726
Allegiant Air is the only airline service that serves the Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX). Allegiant Air flies to Las Vegas, NV; Phoenix, AZ; and Portland, OR. The airport terminal is open daily from 5:30am to 10:00pm and is located at 3217 Terminal Drive, Santa Maria, CA 93455. Parking is free up to 2 weeks. Longer parking stays require a long-term parking slip from the airport.
LONG-DISTANCE TRANSPORTATION 41 INTERCITY RAIL
Amtrak Trains www.amtrak.com 800-USA-RAIL (800-872-7245)
Amtrak is a nationwide train service. Additional services are provided to passengers with disabilities, but please inquire ahead of time, as not all routes provide the same levels of assistance. Reservations can be made online, via the Amtrak App, at staffed Amtrak Stations, and by calling 1-800-872-7245.
Pacific Surfliner www.pacificsurfliner.com
Connecting San Luis Obispo and San Diego through Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, the Pacific Surfliner route offers a unique vantage on the Southern California seascape. Local stops include San Luis Obispo and Grover Beach. Many stations, like the one in Santa Barbara, are within walking distance to top attractions. To get a closer look, you’d have to be on a surfboard, which, believe it or not, you’re welcome to bring onboard, since Pacific Surfliner trains have special racks to accommodate the bikes and boards of outdoor-minded riders.
Coast Starlight www.amtrak.com/coast-starlight-train
A grand west coast train adventure, en route daily between Los Angeles and Seattle, the Coast Starlight train passes through Santa Barbara, the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, and Portland, with local stops in San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles. Widely regarded as one of the most spectacular of all train routes, the Coast Starlight links the greatest cities on the West Coast. The dramatic snow-covered peaks of the Cascade Range and Mount Shasta, lush forests, fertile valleys, and long stretches of Pacific Ocean shoreline provide a stunning backdrop for this journey.
42 LONG-DISTANCE TRANSPORTATION INTERCITY BUS
Greyhound Bus www.greyhound.com 800-231-2222
Greyhound is a nationwide bus service. The closest Greyhound Bus Stop is located at the Santa Maria Transit Center on 400 E Boone St, Santa Maria, CA 93454. The Santa Maria Transit Center is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Greyhound tickets are not sold at this location. Purchase tickets online or at a full-service Greyhound Bus Station terminal. Greyhound passengers 62 years of age and older can ask for a 5% discount on passenger fares. You will need to show photo identification to prove your age. Drivers can help passengers with wheelchairs or mobility scooters. There is a 50% discount for personal care attendants traveling with disabled passengers.
LONG-DISTANCE TRANSPORTATION 43 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. What information do I need when arranging a ride? A. You will need to provide your first and last name, pick up and destination addresses, a telephone number that you can be reached at, your appointment time (or when you want to arrive), and pick up time.
Q. Do Shuttles run on the weekends? A. Most shuttles run Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. See the Shuttles & Taxis section of this guide for each service.
Q. How much are the fares for RTA? A. Fares for RTA transportation services vary. All fares are listed by service within this guide. You can find fares for RTA on page 6.
Q. Can I bring my service animal? A. Yes, all transportation services will allow you to bring your service animal. You must provide proof that your pet is a service animal. When arranging your ride, please inform the operator.
Q. Can you transfer from one bus to another? A. In the City of San Luis Obispo, SLO Transit issues free transfers when a user plans to use 2 routes. The rider should request a transfer from the driver when paying for their fare. There are no transfers for RTA, SoCo Transit, and Morro Bay Transit. However, the Regional Day Pass costs $5.50 and provides unlimited rides across all fixed-route transit systems in the county for the day indicated. Day passes can be purchased on the bus.
Q. Is there a lift or a ramp on the bus to accommodate walkers, wheelchairs, etc.? A. Yes, on all buses.
Q. Do local and regional shuttles take credit cards/debit cards? A. Some of our shuttles take them. You will need to inquire when scheduling your ride.
Q. How far in advance should shuttle services be contacted to schedule a ride? A. Most shuttles require a 24-hour notice at minimum, but this varies with each shuttle service. The more notice you can give, the more likely you are to book your ride.
Q. Do any of these shuttles offer same day service? A. Some do offer same day service, but in most cases same day service is not available because the drivers are already booked.
44 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 45 A program of the San Luis Obispo Council of Governments