Where is York Region Transit?

Richmond Hill
York Region Transit (YRT) is the public transit operator in York Region, Ontario, Canada. Its headquarters are in Richmond Hill, at 50 High Tech Road. YRT operates 65 full-time, rush hour and limited routes, 35 school services, and six Viva bus rapid transit routes.

Is York Region Transit part of TTC?

TTC in York Region There are five TTC bus routes operating directly between York Region and the City of Toronto, offering you a convenient way to connect without changing buses.

Can I use Presto on TTC and YRT?

PRESTO is the smart card fare option for York Region Transit (YRT). With a PRESTO card, you won’t have to worry about buying bus tickets, a paper monthly pass or having correct change to ride YRT. In York Region, with a tap of your PRESTO card, your fare is deducted from your account.

Who owns York Region Transit?

Viva Rapid Transit

Viva bus at Richmond Hill Centre Terminal
Parent	York Region Transit
Founded	September 4, 2005
Headquarters	50 High Tech Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario
Locale	York Region, Ontario

Is YRT and Viva the same?

York Region operates York Region Transit (YRT) as a local transit service and Viva, which is a rapid transit service. Typically, Viva is fed passengers by YRT, which travels in and out of neighbourhoods.

When was the York Region Transit Enforcement Team established?

YRT Special Constable Services
Formed	2005
Jurisdictional structure
Legal jurisdiction	York Region Transit (YRT) and Viva transit system in York Region, Ontario, Canada
Operational structure

Can I use TTC monthly pass on YRT?

Can I use my TTC Monthly Pass to pay my YRT/Mi-Way fare on a TTC bus in York Region or Mississauga? No.

Do I need to tap off PRESTO on YRT?

Q: Do I need to tap off when I exit the subway or a TTC or YRT bus? A: No. However, if you are transferring from the subway to a TTC, YRT or GO bus/train, you will need to tap on when you board the bus or train. You only need to tap off when you are riding a GO train or GO bus as their fares are determined by distance.

What is the difference between YRT and Viva?

How many drivers does the TTC have?

Most Toronto Transit Commission personnel are members of the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 113. Total membership (2016) is approximately 10000 members (drivers, ticket collectors and maintenance workers).

Can you tap your PRESTO twice?

Simply press the “Override” button on the PRESTO device, then tap your card as you normally would. 2. When you reach your destination station, tap a second time.

How much is a PRESTO card?

$6
Get your PRESTO card for $6, plus a minimum load of $0.05. Once received, activate your card and start tapping.

Does PRESTO work on TTC?

PRESTO is a reloadable payment card that you can use to pay your fare on the TTC, GO Transit, UP Express and 8 other transit agencies in Ontario.

Is Viva York Region Transit?

Viva operates along major corridors in York Region, connecting Markham, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Aurora and Newmarket, and links York Region with Toronto and its subway system, GO Transit and the Region of Peel.

How does YRT Viva work?

Travelling on a Viva bus: Viva operates on a pre-paid, proof-of-payment system. There are no fare boxes on Viva so you must purchase a ticket, tap your PRESTO card on the PRESTO machine or activate your mobile ticket or pass at the vivastation or terminal before boarding.

How much does a TTC bus driver make in Toronto?

The typical TTC (Toronto Transit Commission) Bus Driver salary is $29 per hour. Bus Driver salaries at TTC (Toronto Transit Commission) can range from $25 – $41 per hour.

How much do TTC employees get paid?

The average TTC (Toronto Transit Commission) salary ranges from approximately $60,307 per year for a Bus Driver to $103,774 per year for an Instructor. The average TTC (Toronto Transit Commission) hourly pay ranges from approximately $19 per hour for a Summer Student to $37 per hour for an Operator.

What does PS1 mean on PRESTO?

Post Secondary Student 1
What’s stupid about this is the Post Secondary Student 1 (for GO Transit) produces a concession noise when it’s tapped on TTC presto reader but charges full adult fare. If tapped on a new streetcar reader, it produces a transfer showing “PS1” instead of adult.

Can you tap twice with PRESTO?

Simply press the “Override” button on the PRESTO device, then tap your card as you normally would. 2. When you reach your destination station, tap a second time. 3.

Where can I find York Region Transit lines and schedules in Toronto?

All York Region Transit lines and schedules in Toronto can be found in the Moovit App. Moovit gives you directions for York Region Transit routes and provides helpful step-by-step navigation.

How do I travel between York Region and Toronto?

Learn more about the TTC routes operating between York Region and the City of Toronto, and how the fare system works when travelling on TTC bus routes in York Region. GO Transit provides train and bus service throughout the Greater Toronto Area for commuters in York Region.

Who made the original Transit Toronto route maps?

George Davidson for the 1921, 1939 and 1940 (TTC and Gray Coach) maps. Herb Brannon for the 1962 route map. Sean Marshall for the 1948 and 1952 route maps and the Trolley Bus Map. If you have maps, corrections, or comments please e-mail us. Welcome to Transit Toronto!

What is the longest line from the York Region Transit?

The longest line from the York Region Transit is: 50. This Bus route starts from High And Burke Street (Georgina) and ends at Newmarket Terminal (Newmarket). It covers over 48 km and has 104 stops.