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Community Transit’s accessible service options makes transit available to all

A man in a red flannel walks next to a bus. Behind him are three people waiting to get on the bus.

People take transit for many reasons—to avoid driving in traffic, to do our part to be more sustainable, or just because it’s convenient to let someone else do the driving. According to the Week Without Driving website, nearly a third of people living in the United States rely on transit because they have no other way to get where they need to be.

Week Without Driving challenges those who drive to ditch their personal ride from Sept. 30-Oct. 6 to take transit and learn firsthand about the barriers and challenges that nondrivers face. With this experience, drivers can work with nondrivers to create more accessible communities for all.

Community Transit’s fleet and services are designed to enhance the transportation options for all riders we serve. Here are some of the accessibility features and options available to our riders.

On every bus

Low floors and a “kneeling” feature make boarding the bus easier.
Wheelchair lifts or ramps for people with mobility devices.

Our drivers

Our drivers are trained to assist people in boarding and securing their mobility device and will announce any specific stop along a route if asked by a rider.

Easy payment

You can now use your ORCA card on both DART and fixed-route service.
Your ORCA card allows you to transfer your fare between buses and trains for up to two hours after first use.
Learn more and sign up for an ORCA Card online or in-person at our new Ride Store location at Lynnwood City Center Station.

At our Swift stations and transit centers

All transit centers and Swift stations are ADA accessible.
All park & ride locations have designated ADA parking spots.

Signs and announcements

Overhead digital signs display the next stop. At stops served by more than one route, announcements identify the route name or number as buses arrive.
Major transfer points, intersections, and destination points are announced along routes.

Service animals

Service or guide animals are allowed on all Community Transit buses.

Travel Trainers

Need a little help riding and navigating our bus system? Community Transit’s Travel Training program can show you the ropes! Riders who qualify for Travel Training will learn things like:

How to plan a trip and what bus to take.
Where bus stops are located and the best way to get to and from stops.
How to pay your fare, get bus passes, and transfer between buses.
How to signal for a stop, use the wheelchair ramp or lift, and other boarding tips.
What to do if you miss the bus.

Interested in setting up an appointment with a Travel Trainer? Call (425) 348-2379.

DART (Dial-A-Ride Transportation) Paratransit

DART paratransit service is for people who cannot use our buses and require additional support. Eligibility is required to use this service. Click here to learn more about DART and the in-person rider assessment interview.