How to Ride

Please follow these rules when riding Dutchess County Public Transit buses to ensure a safe and efficient ride.

• Standees must remain behind the yellow line.
• No talking to the driver while the bus is in motion.
• No smoking, food, beverages, pets, radios, use of cell phones or other disruptive behavior on buses.
• For your own safety do not cross in front of the bus.
• Have exact fare ready before boarding the bus - drivers do not make change.  Proper ID is required for reduced fare.
• Wait at the bus stop at least 5 minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive.
• Pull buzzer a half block from your desired stop to allow time for the driver to slow down.
• Each passenger is limited to four packages which must fit under his/her seat.
• All strollers, walkers and shopping carts must be folded up and stored in the seat next to you or under your feet.
• Please do not put your personal belongings on a seat that can be occupied, especially when the bus is crowded.
• Passengers using wheelchairs/scooters must allow the driver to secure the device.