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Purchasing Passes and Trip Planning
Use the Transit App to purchase single or multiple passes and plan your trip, including multi-modal journeys.
Expand your travel options with Microtransit. Request a shared ride via app or phone to reach your destination beyond traditional bus routes.
Experience the convenience of our shared-ride Microtransit service, connecting you to your destination beyond the limits of conventional bus routes. Download the NRT+ app or call us to request a trip today.
You will need these apps installed and follow the steps below.
Purchasing Passes and Trip Planning
Use the Transit App to purchase single or multiple passes and plan your trip, including multi-modal journeys.
Booking Microtransit and Specialized
Book a ride using the NRT+ app. Download now and travel beyond the limitations of conventional bus routes in Niagara.
Follow these steps:
Each municipal zone may have unique rules and regulations for Microtransit. Please review the guidelines for your specific area to ensure compliance and a smooth travel experience.
Fort Erie will continue to operate as Fort Erie Transit On Demand until October 1, 2024
From Fort Erie, you can travel directly to any location within these Direct Service Zones:
For trips outside these zones, a multi-modal approach will be used. Here’s how it works:
The Direct Access Point is determined by the shortest trip from your start location and may change depending on your direction of travel. Direct Access Points:
Microtransit
From Grimsby, you can travel directly to any location within these Direct Service Zones:
For trips outside these zones, a multi-modal approach will be used. Here’s how it works:
The Direct Access Point is determined by the shortest trip from your start location and may change depending on your direction of travel. Direct Access Points:
Microtransit
From Lincoln, you can travel directly to any location within these Direct Service Zones:
For trips outside these zones, a multi-modal approach will be used. Here’s how it works:
The Direct Access Point is determined by the shortest trip from your start location and may change depending on your direction of travel. Direct Access Points:
TransCab
TransCab is available to Niagara Falls residents not residing in/near current routes. Riders use a taxi service provider to connect them to and from the city transit system at zone-specific transfer hubs.
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Travelling to the TransCab Zone
Travelling from the TransCab Zone
Chippawa Parkway
Stanley Avenue South/Lyon's Creek Road
Glenview
Microtransit
From Niagara-on-the-Lake, you can travel directly to any location within these Direct Service Zones:
For trips outside these zones, a multi-modal approach will be used. Here’s how it works:
The Direct Access Point is determined by the shortest trip from your start location and may change depending on your direction of travel. Direct Access Points:
Microtransit
From Pelham, you can travel directly to any location within these Direct Service Zones:
For trips outside these zones, a multi-modal approach will be used. Here’s how it works:
The Direct Access Point is determined by the shortest trip from your start location and may change depending on your direction of travel. Direct Access Points:
Microtransit
From Port Colborne, you can travel directly to any location within these Direct Service Zones:
For trips outside these zones, a multi-modal approach will be used. Here’s how it works:
The Direct Access Point is determined by the shortest trip from your start location and may change depending on your direction of travel. Direct Access Points:
Microtransit
St. Catharines has designated specific pick-up and drop-off zones:
Microtransit
Thorold does not have Microtransit service at this time.
Microtransit
From Wainfleet, you can travel directly to any location within these Direct Service Zones:
For trips outside these zones, a multi-modal approach will be used. Here’s how it works:
The Direct Access Point is determined by the shortest trip from your start location and may change depending on your direction of travel. Direct Access Points:
Microtransit
From Lincoln, you can travel directly to any location within these Direct Service Zones:
For trips outside these zones, a multi-modal approach will be used. Here’s how it works:
The Direct Access Point is determined by the shortest trip from your start location and may change depending on your direction of travel. Direct Access Points:
Microtransit
From West Lincoln, you can travel directly to any location within these Direct Service Zones:
For trips outside these zones, a multi-modal approach will be used. Here’s how it works:
The Direct Access Point is determined by the shortest trip from your start location and may change depending on your direction of travel. Direct Access Points:
Example Journey
Let’s look at an example journey to illustrate how our system works:
Start: 123 Nelles Rd, Grimsby
End: 456 Hampton Ave, Port Colborne
This example shows how your journey with Niagara Region Transit can be multi-modal, using transfers between different modes of transportation to get you where you need to go.
Explore our interactive map to discover the Microtransit zones across Niagara. Easily navigate by moving and zooming to find detailed information on each zone—click on any area of interest.
Two buttons are located at the top-right of the map:
Share Button: easily share this map with others
Full Screen: expands the map to full screen.
This tool is designed to help you understand the transit options available in your area and how to access them efficiently.
Find answers to common questions about our Microtransit service.
Microtransit is a shared-ride service that provides services where conventional bus routes don't reach.
Regular transit fares apply.
Local Fares (within town/city) |
Regional Fares (outside town/city) |
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Youth (13-17) | $3.00 | $5.00 |
Adult | $3.00 | $6.00 |
Senior (65+) | $3.00 | $5.00 |
Yes, there are access points for transfers to conventional bus services. Please ask your driver for a transfer.
Each individual is permitted one active account, which must be associated with a valid form of legal identification; any identified duplicate accounts will be deleted.
Beginning August 12, 2024 you will be able to pre-book services up to 7 days in advance.