Public Blue Bus Transit
Welcome Aboard!
West Vancouver’s Blue Bus Transit system began in 1912, and is the oldest continuously operated, municipal system in North America.
Our distinctive Blue Buses operate under contract to TransLink and serve West Vancouver, Downtown Vancouver, Lions Bay and UBC. Blue Bus fares are compatible with other TransLink services including Skytrain, Seabus and buses. We’re constantly working to provide you with the best and most convenient travel. So come aboard and enjoy the ride!
Transit Manager: Gareth Rowlands
Location: 221 Lloyd Avenue,
North Vancouver, V7P 3M2
Phone: 604-985-7777
Fax: 604-985-8691
Email: Contact Us
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New
West Vancouver Transit will be enhancing its service between February 12th and 28th. The Blue Bus #250, 253, 255, and 256 all stop in front of the West Vancouver Community Centre Spirit Square. These buses operate daily every 5 to 8 minutes along Marine Drive. If you are traveling westbound the bus stop is located at the corner of Marine Drive and 22nd Street. If you are traveling eastbound there are two bus stops, one at the corner of Marine Drive and 22nd Street and another at the corner of 21st Street and Marine Drive.
West Vancouver Transit introduces service to Capilano University!
Shuttle Service to Whitby Estates provides convenient service from Park Royal Shopping Centre to Whitby Estates.
Park & Ride Locations
- Lions Bay – at Isleview Place
- Park Royal (South) – Roof top parking lot (East Side)
FareDealer Outlets
Day Passes, FareCards and FareSaver tickets are sold at the following outlets:
- Caulfeild Shopping Centre (Safeway or PharmaSave)
- Safeway (1650 Marine Drive)
- 7-11 (All Stores)
- ScotiaBank (FareCards only)
- Dayal’s Variety (Horseshoe Bay)
- London Drugs (Park Royal North)
Background
West Vancouver Transit has continued to grow over the years, most significantly during the past ten years. The distinctive colours of the Blue Bus complete with municipal crest atop are one of the most modern fleets in the industry providing accessible service for wheelchairs and scooters. Recent installation of bicycle racks has further increased travel options for passengers.
West Vancouver Transit currently provides transit services to most areas of West Vancouver including service to downtown Vancouver, University of British Columbia, Village of Lions Bay and more recently, direct service to the mid Lonsdale/Lions Gate Hospital and Lynn Valley Centre areas in North Vancouver. Express service to Horseshoe Bay and the BC Ferry Terminal has proven a popular alternative for ferry patrons traveling to Nanaimo, Bowen Island, and the Sunshine Coast. Special services are provided for Vancouver Canuck hockey games and to the Pacific National Exhibition. Private charter services undertaken when possible.
Maintenance of the Bus fleet is administered in house through a preventative maintenance program and in compliance with the National Safety Code.
The District of West Vancouver's Transit department operates as a subsidiary under the South Coast British Columbia Transportation Authority (SCBCTA) to provide transit services and maintenance requirements as detailed through an Annual Operating Agreement. The SCBCTA is more commonly known as TransLink, the Regional Transportation Network. A high level of service and public acceptance through courtesy, punctuality and above all safety in its operation is of paramount importance. Blue Bus staff are dedicated at working diligently with all its stake holders in maintaining and improving, where feasible, the excellent service it has always provided.