Is the BART free for UC Berkeley students?


Is the BART free for UC Berkeley students? BART and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, or MTC, launched Clipper BayPass on Monday, a two-year pilot program providing free public transit to about 50,000 Bay Area residents, including 12,000 UC Berkeley students.


Does BART offer student discounts?

The BART Higher Education Fare Discount Program (HEDP) offers fare discounts to students at colleges and universities. San Francisco State University (SFSU) is the first program participant, and SFSU students and administration worked with BART to develop the SFSU program, which is the model for other schools.


How much is a bus pass in California?

General 10-Ride Pass - $22.50. Senior/Disabled 10-Ride Pass - $11. Local Paratransit 10-Ride Pass - $35. Regional Paratransit 10-Ride Pass - $75.


Are buses free in Berkeley?

AC Transit (local bus) is Free! AC Transit is the bus system serving Alameda and Contra Costa counties (Berkeley is in Alameda county), with some service to San Francisco. Visit their website for route information.


Is it illegal to not pay for BART?

The BART Board of Directors passed the proof of payment requirement on October 26, 2017, to deter fare evasion. The new ordinance took effect January 1, 2018. Any person inside the paid area of BART must be prepared to show a magnetic stripe ticket or Clipper card with valid fare.


Which buses are free for Berkeley students?

AC Transit is a bus system that services Alameda and Contra Costa areas. AC Transit buses may be ridden for free by students who have an up-to-date Class Pass. As information on AC Transit is included in Transit 511 Site, you may access schedules and maps from there or from the AC Transit Website.


How do you pay for Berkeley buses?

Fares can be paid on board with cash, but contactless payment is more efficient and reduces bus boarding times—getting riders to their destinations faster. Contactless fare payment options include Clipper, now available on your phone, and purchasing fare with mobile apps.


Does Berkeley provide transportation for students?

Campus Transit Services Bear Transit (Campus Shuttles) is UC Berkeley's shuttle system, servicing the residence halls, campus, and vicinity. Discover all the ways to get around campus with Mobility and Alternative Transportation.


Which BART stop for UC Berkeley?

The Downtown Berkeley BART Station is located on Shattuck Avenue between Allston Way and Addison Street. It is conveniently located close to the University of California campus and to many shops, restaurants, theaters and other attractions, and has valet bike parking.


Is BART free for Cal students?

In 2022, BART helped launch the Clipper BayPass Pilot Program offering pre-paid free transit passes to participating students at San Francisco State University, San Jose State University, the University of California's Berkeley campus and Santa Rosa Junior College.


How many BART stations are in Berkeley?

Berkeley has three BART stations, with much ado (and to do) within walking distance. Here's your handy BART trip planner!


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