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.
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.
Is YRT and Viva the same?
Accessible formats or communication supports are available upon request by contacting 1-866-668-3978. Viva is YRT’s rapid transit service, the first of its kind in the GTA. Trips are frequent and flexible, making it easy for you to get to your destination at any time.
How many buses does York Region Transit have?
With over 500 vehicles in our fleet, YRT owns one of the largest bus fleets in Ontario.
Can I use my TTC Presto on YRT?
Tap onto YRT with PRESTO
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.
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.
Does York Region include Toronto?
York is a region in the Greater Toronto Area of Ontario, Canada. The successor to York County (from which Metropolitan Toronto was split in 1953), it includes sprawling north-of-Toronto suburbs (such as Markham and Vaughan) north of Steeles Avenue in telephone area code +1-905.
Does YRT take cash?
Yes. All payment methods are accepted on all Mobility On-Request services (PRESTO, YRT Pay app, Transit app and exact cash).
Does YRT transfer work on Viva?
Travelling on a Viva route
If using PRESTO, tap your card on the device next to the driver; your continuous travel and transfer is automatically calculated. If using the YRT Pay or Transit app, show the driver your activated mobile ticket or pass and tap the screen to show that the fare is valid.
How long does YRT transfer last?
Proof of Payment and Transfers
Our fares let you travel on any YRT vehicle in any direction for two hours with just one fare. Fare is valid for two hours from time of issue/validation. Travel must be completed within two hours of fare issue/validation.
What is the most popular MTA bus?
M15 Local/
Top 10 busiest bus routes in 2020
| Rank | Route | Ridership |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | M15 Local/SBS | 8,125,584 |
| 2 | Bx12 Local/SBS | 7,905,359 |
| 3 | B46 Local/SBS | 7,539,419 |
| 4 | B6 | 6,837,429 |
What is the longest NYC bus route?
The shortest is the 1.3-mile B42 route that connects Canarsie, Brooklyn, to a subway station and bus transfer hub. The longest is the S78’s 19.5-mile trip across Staten Island with 117 stops. The average route is six miles.
What number bus goes to the York Hospital?
These Bus lines stop near York Hospital: 5, 5A, 6, ZAP.
Is YRT transfer free TTC?
Customers would not need to pay a second fare if they transfer between YRT and TTC services.
Do you need to tap off 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.
Can I use my PRESTO card anywhere in Canada?
With a PRESTO card you have the freedom to travel across 11 different transit agencies in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area and Ottawa. No matter which transit agency you use, you always pay the lowest fare with PRESTO. Choose your transit system below for specific information about PRESTO.
Can you use your phone instead of a PRESTO card?
No problem! Use the credit card on your phone or watch for a convenient way to pay your fare. Make your payment through the credit cards that you’ve added to the mobile wallet on your phone or watch. Use your phone or watch to tap on and off at a PRESTO device, just like you would with a physical card.
Can my husband use my PRESTO card?
Yes. PRESTO cards can be shared, however, can only be used by one person at a time. Two people cannot travel at the same time using one PRESTO card as the Fare Payment Device will only deduct one fare per ride on GO Transit.
Can you ride TTC without PRESTO card?
You need a PRESTO Card, one-ride, two-ride or day pass PRESTO Ticket, TTC ticket, token, day pass, transfer, or exact cash to pay your fare on the TTC. Operators on buses and streetcars do not sell fares or carry change, so you must have a form of payment ready before you board a vehicle.
What cities fall under York Region?
Area Municipalities in York Region
- City of Vaughan.
- Town of Richmond Hill.
- Town of Markham.
- Town of Aurora.
- Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville.
- King Township.
- Town of Newmarket.
- Township of East Gwillimbury.
Is York and York Region the same?
The Regional Municipality of York, also called York Region, is a regional municipality in Southern Ontario, Canada, between Lake Simcoe and Toronto.