Transit System

A Waco Transit System bus driving across Washington Street Bridge in Waco, Texas.

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Phone App Icon for Waco Transit SystemGet the Waco Transit System App!

  • Book on-demand rides (Micro Dash and other services)
  • Schedule trips in advance or request a ride in real time
  • Track your vehicle in real time
  • Get estimated pickup and drop-off times
  • Receive trip updates and notifications
  • Manage and cancel upcoming trips
  • Save frequent pickup and drop-off locations
  • View service zones and operating hours
  • Access fare information and payment options
  • Contact customer support through the app

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As an alternative, you can use Web Booking in any browser. An account is needed to use the apps or web link.

Service Hours

Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturdays from 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Holidays:

  • New Year's Day
  • Martin Luther King Jr Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Juneteenth
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving
  • Christmas

Fares

City Fixed-Route Service

Paying on the bus is cash only.

Single Ride Fares

  • Full Fare $1.50
  • Children 5 and under Free
  • Disabled** $.50
  • Medicare* $.50
  • Senior* $.50

**Requires approval through an application process.
* Requires a Waco Transit I.D.

Multi-Use Passes

  • Day Pass $3
  • 31-Day Pass $40
  • Reduced Fare* Day Pass $1.25

 

Student Fares

Waco ISD students ride free by showing a valid Waco ISD Student ID

* Requires a Waco Transit Student I.D.

County Routes

  • Commuter Route Single trip: $3
  • By Request within McLennan County: $3
  • By Request Same Day trips: $5
  • By Request to adjacent counties: $5

Per Passenger

Demand Response (ADA Paratransit)

  • One-way trip: $3
  • Same-day trip: $4
  • Same-day rural trip: $5
  • 10-ticket booklet: $30

Personal Care Attendants (PCAs) ride free.

Micro Dash

  • Single trip: $1.50
  • Unlimited Day Pass: $3
  • Unlimited 31-Day Pass: $40

Fixed-route passes may also be used on Micro Dash.

Airport Shuttle

  • Within McLennan County: $3
  • Adjacent Counties: $

Per Passenger

Evening Link

  • Single trip: $3

Reservations required.

Baylor Shuttles

  • B.U.S.: Free
  • Gameday Shuttles: Free

Travel Training

Learn how to ride Waco Transit with confidence.

Our free travel training program helps you understand how to use the transit system safely and independently.

This program is especially helpful for:

  • Seniors
  • Individuals with disabilities
  • Anyone new to public transit

What You'll Learn

  • How to plan your trip
  • How to read bus routes and schedules
  • Fares and payment options
  • Safety tips and rider etiquette
  • How to determine which services you qualify for

How Training Works

  • Training can be one-on-one or in small groups
  • Sessions are tailored to your needs and comfort level
  • We provide accessible materials and support for all abilities

Interested in travel training? Call us to learn more or sign up: (254) 750-1900

Student Bus Pass Programs

Students from these participating schools can ride Waco Transit Fixed Routes 1 – 10 at no cost.

McLennan Community College (MCC)

Enrolled students can receive a free Highlander Bus Pass at the MCC Business Office (Administration Building, 1st floor).
(254) 299-8627 or HighlanderOne@mclennan.edu

Texas State Technical College (TSTC)

Enrolled students can receive a free TSTC/Waco Transit Bus Pass at the ID Center in the Student Services Center.
(254) 799-3611

Waco ISD

All students can ride for free by showing a valid Waco ISD Student ID. (No additional pass is required.)

Work for WTS!

Waco Transit is always seeking courteous smiling safety-conscious professionals to add to our team! Public Transportation is an exciting profession with steady hours and advancement opportunities.

Waco Transit is currently accepting applications.

View Available Positions and Apply

You may also apply for the positions in person at:
301 South 8th Street, Suite 100
Waco, Texas 76701

Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information, please call (254) 750-1900.
Only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.