Public Transit
Public Transit
Welcome to Public Transit in the Regional District of Central Kootenay
Public transit in the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) provides an essential connection between our diverse communities, natural landscapes, and local destinations. Whether you’re heading to work, school, or enjoying outdoor adventures, RDCK’s public transit services offer an affordable, reliable, and sustainable way to get around.
West Kootenay Transit
On July 2, 2013, West Kootenay transit systems were integrated into one overall system which includes 12 municipalities and 14 Rural Electoral Areas across the Regional Districts of Kootenay Boundary and Central Kootenay. West Kootenay Transit’s service area is approximately 26,000 square kilometers. The integration aligned routes, service, and fares over an area about the size of Belgium and coordinated transit services into a more user-friendly structure that better leverages the combined resources by reducing duplicate service and increasing service levels. We currently provide about 850,000 rides a year to 65,000 residents.
The Regional District of Central Kootenay portion West Kootenay Transit System includes:
the City of Castlegar
Village of Kaslo
City Nelson
Village of Nakusp
Village of New Denver
Village of Salmo
Village of Silverton
Village of Slocan
Unincorporated communities and designated places across Electoral Areas D, E, F, G, H, I, J and K.
Do you have a complaint or suggestion about daily operation? Use this link to provide feedback and it will ensure BC Transit, RDCK, and our operating company partners know what your concerns are.
Want to talk about service levels, governance, or the future of West Kootenay Transit? You can reach our transit staff at transit@rdck.bc.ca or 250-352-8173.
The West Transit Services Committee is a standing committee of elected officials representing the municipalities and rural electoral areas that participate in the three local government services that fund the Regional District of Central Kootenay’s portion of West Kootenay Transit. This committee meets regularly to discuss matters related to transit funding and infrastructure within the Regional District of Central Kootenay. If you would like know more about the West Transit Services Committee please go to the West Transit Services Committee Page.
The West Kootenay Transit Committee is a standing committee of elected officials representing the three local government partners who work together to provide the West Kootenay Transit Service. The three local government partners include the Regional District of Central Kootenay, the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary, and the City of Nelson. This committee meets on a regular basis to discuss service provision, fares, inter-regional connectivity, and regional transit initiatives. If you would like to know more about the West Kootenay Transit Committee please go to the West Kootenay Transit Committee Page.
Creston Valley Transit
The Creston Valley Transit network is comprised of the following services:
Fixed Route services in Creston, Erickson and Wynndel
Health Connections from Creston to Cranbrook Connector
By-Request Service on Mondays and Thursdays; and
handyDART Services Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Over 50% of the Transit Service in the Creston Valley is custom transit service which means, in most cases, that if you book in advance we will come get you at your specified location and drop you off at the location you requested. Passengers can request curb-to-curb service throughout the Creston Valley Transit System on Mondays from 8:50 am to 9:30 am and 3:10 pm to 3:45 pm and on Thursdays from 8:00 am to 9:30 am and 3:10 pm to 3:45 pm by booking 24 hours ahead. To book a pick-up, call 1·855·417·4636 during office hours, or leave a message after hours. You can also book your return trip at the same time. If already riding on a scheduled trip, ask your driver for a drop-off. At the time of booking, please provide the office with your civic address. Addresses should be clearly displayed by the road for the driver. By request services are for everyone and do not require qualifications. If you have barriers to mobility and require assistance please go o our HandyDART page (https://www.bctransit.com/creston-valley/riderinfo/handydart/).
Do you have a complaint or suggestion about daily operation? Use this link to provide feedback and it will ensure BC Transit, RDCK, and our operating company partners know what your concerns are.
Want to talk about service levels, governance, or the future of Creston Valley Transit? You can reach our transit staff at transit@rdck.bc.ca or 250-352-8173.
The Creston Valley Services Committee is a standing committee of elected officials from Creston and Electoral Areas A, B, and C that, amongst other things, provide governance for the Creston Valley Transit Service. This committee meets regularly to discuss matters related to transit funding and infrastructure for Creston Valley Transit. If you would like know more about the Creston Valley Services Committee please go to the Creston Valley Services Committee Page.
You can find us on Google Maps by clicking the bus icon once you have picked your origin and destination.
Our favorite Transit App is the BC Transit Transit App. Download it for iPhone at the App Store or get it wherever you get apps for your Android.
For payment options you can either pay by cash or use UMO, our digital payment system. UMO has smart card and phone based options to make it as easy as possible. You can find out more here (How to Pay | Fares | BC Transit)