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Welcome to the Beaver County Transit Authority Travel Training: How to Ride the BCTA Fixed Route System. This video is intended to give you all the information you need to make your travels easy.

ROCHESTER TRANSPORTATION CENTER

200 W Washington Street, Rochester, PA 

  • Sample text. Click to select the Text Element.

RICHARD J OBER EXPRESSWAY TRAVEL CENTER

131 Pleasant Drive, Aliquippa, PA

  • Route 2 and Route 4 stop and transfer point
  • Ticket vending machine located in the lobby
  • Restrooms
  • Snack and drink vending machines
  • Informational screens including real-time stop information

Ambridge Regional Park & Ride

600 11th Street, Ambridge, PA

  • Route 1 and Route 2 stop and transfer point
  • Shelter with benches
  • Easy connections to Pittsburgh Regional Transit's Route 14 - Ohio Valley
  • End of In-County Zone
Hub Name Amenities
​ROCHESTER TRANSPORTATION CENTER ​- Routes 1, 2, and 3 all stop and transfer at this center 
- This is the most common transfer point  
- Drink and snack vending machines 
- Restrooms 
- Staffed Customer Service Desk 
- Monday - Friday: 5:00 AM - 5:30 PM 
- Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
RICHARD J. OBER EXPRESSWAY TRAVEL CENTER ​- Route 2 and Route 4 stop and transfer point 
- Restrooms 
- Snack and drink vending machines 
- Informational screens including real-time stop info
AMBRIDGE REGIONAL PARK & RIDE - ​Routes 1, 2, and 5 stop and transfer point 
- Shelter with benches 
- Easy connections to Pittsburgh Regional Transit’s Route 14 - Ohio       Valley 
- End of In-County zone

FARE COSTS

Fare Type In 
County
Zone 1
Out of 
County
Zone 2
Express
Zone 2 - 
Express
1 Trip $2.50 $3.25 $5.00
1 Trip Half-Fare $1.25 $1.60 $2.50
All Day Pass $4.25 N/A N/A
10+1 (11 Total Trips) $25.00 $32.50 $50.00
7 Day Pass (Consecutive)​ $20.00 $30.00 $45.00
31 Day Pass  $82.00 $125.00 $170.00
Transfers Free Free Free
Senior Citizens Free Free Free

PAYING YOUR FARE​

When you board the bus, please follow these tips to pay as quickly as possible to ensure the bus stays on time. ​

Hands exchanging money

Have your fare ready when boarding the bus. 

Hand putting coin in to coin slot

Insert your bills and coins one at a time.

Beaver County Outline

In-county fares are paid when boarding. 

City syline ourline

Out of County fares are paid when deboarding. ​

FREE FARE ZONES​

Both the Route 1 and Route 2 offer free fare zones in specific retail areas. Your fare is free if you board and deboard in this zone. ​

Route 1 - Chippewa​

  • Wal-Mart Super Center
  • Chippewa Plaza (Giant Eagle)
  • Chippewa Center (Dunham's)

Route 2 - Monaca​

  • Cinemark Theatre
  • Texas Roadhouse
  • Lowe's
  • Visionworks
  • Target
  • Kohl's
  • First Commonwealth Bank
  • Beaver Valley Mall

TRANSFERS​

Woman saying she needs a transfer in Rochester

SENIOR & REDUCED FARE​

  • Everyone 65 years and older is eligible to obtain a senior card which enables them to ride free on any fixed route bus as well as pay reduced fares on Shared. 
  • Riders must show ID and cards when boarding
  • Visit the Customer Service Window at the Rochester Transportation Center with a proper ID to obtain a senior card
  • Reduced fare cards require a complete application that has been authorized by your doctor or supporting agency. Visit the Customer Service Window to obtain an application or view it on our website. 
  • If you have a Medicare Red White & Blue Card, The Customer Service Desk will be able to complete your application. 
  • Transferring of senior or reduced fare cards is prohibited and may result in confiscation of the card or expulsion from BCTA buses. ​
Older man holding cane

STEP 1: FIND THE RIGHT ROUTE​

BCTA offers 4 fixed routes in Beaver County. These are:​

Route 1: Chippewa to Ambridge​

Chippewa - Beaver Falls - New Brighton - Rochester - Freedom - Conway - Baden - Ambridge 

Route 2: Rochester to Ambridge

Rochester - Monaca - Center - Aliquippa - Ambridge

Route 3: Rochester to Beaver Valley Mall​

Rochester - Beaver - Brighton - Vanport - Monaca

Route 4: Center Township to Pittsburgh

Center Township - Pittsburgh

Route 5: Ambridge to Pittsburgh

Ambridge - Leetsdale - Edgeworth - Sewickley - Pittsburgh​

STEP 2: FIND THE RIGHT TIME TABLE​

Each printed schedule has four timetables. To find the right one for you, look at these three sections in their titles.​

Route Number

Each schedule only has the timetables for that specific route. Using the last step will make sure this is correct. 

Route Direction

Each of our routes have a start and end point. To find the correct direction, make sure the direction you are going matches the one listed here. 

Schedule Type

BCTA operates on a reduced schedule on Saturdays and Holidays. In this tab, you will be able to identify which one you are looking for

STEP 3: FIND THE RELEVANT STOPS​

Each stop is divided into its own line on the schedules.

The stops are separated by the town name where they are located. When trying to reach your destination by a certain time, you should reference the closest stop and work backwards. 

Only timed stops are listed on printed schedules.

To find an estimated time, use the stop before and after your location. Your stop will fall somewhere in the middle. You can also use our real-time bus tracker to find how far the bus is from you. 

HELPFUL INFORMATION​

BCTA does not run on certain holidays.

Star icon

While we do our best to serve Beaver County, we do not provide service on the following holidays. 

New Years Day - Memorial Day - Independence Day - Labor Day - Thanksgiving - Christmas

Give yourself time. 

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To find an estimated time, use the stop before and after your location. Your stop will fall somewhere in the middle. You can also use our real-time bus tracker to find how far the bus is from you. 

The BCTA Trip Planner makes your travel easy. 

location icon

Don't want to carry around the bus schedule or spend time searching to find your stop? Use the BCTA trip planner to find directions on our system from where you need to be!

DO​

Woman with blonde hair and yellow shirt holding money and pointing her finger

Have your fare available when boarding

Older couple sitting on the bus. The gentleman is holding an ipad and the woman is holding a brochure

Remain seated while the bus is in motion

Man with brown hair and yellow shirt holding up headphones to his head as music notes come out

Use headphones, at a respectable volume, for all music

Each bus is equipped to provide convenient access for those passengers using mobility devices such as scooters, wheelchairs, and walkers. 

In accordance with the ADA, all timed bus stops will be announced. Time stops are listed on BCTA's printed schedules. 

BCTA's entire fleet (no matter what service) is handicap accessible. 

More information can be obtained by calling BCTA's Customer Service Line at 724-728-8600 or by visiting our website at http://www.bcta.com. 

BCTA MyStop

  • ​BCTA is partnered with myStop to give our riders alerts at their fingertips.
  • These alerts are the best way to stay up to date on service changes, delays, and other BCTA news.
  • You can install the app now by following the QR code below.
  • Once downloaded, just create an account and subscribe to receive alerts via SMS.

MyStop Set Up

Screenshot of mystop app showing initial screen

​Scan the QR code and download the app from the App Store. Once downloaded, select “Continue”.

myStop screenshot asking for GPS access

​To find the stops and routes closest to you, grant GPS access. You can also skip this option.

myStop screenshot showing local transit agencies

​Select “BCTA” on the screen of transit authorities closest to you.

myStop screenshot confirming registration

​Select “Done” and you are ready to start exploring the app!

myStop introduction screen showing the map

​Your location will show up on the map in the home screen. To find specific routes, click “Select Route”

myStop screenshot showing the routes on Google Maps

​Once you select a route, you can view real-time location of all buses currently serving that route.

Finding Your Stop

MyStop screenshot with route

Tap the Menu icon in the top left corner and select “All Stops”

myStop screenshot showing he stops closest to the rider

​A list of all stops will appear starting with the stop closest to your current location.

myStop screenshot showing he stops closest to the rider

​To find a specific stop, select search at the top of the screen. You can search by location or the stop ID on the bus stop sign.

myStop screenshot showing the next two arrival times for the 7th Avenue and 10th Street stop

​Once the stop is selected, the next two departure times will show up.

Mobile Ticketing

  • ​Buy tickets from your phone anywhere, anytime.
    Once downloaded, you will create an account and add a payment option.
    After purchasing your ticket, it will move to your “Ticket Wallet”
    In the “Ticket Wallet”, you can activate your pass whenever you are ready to board the bus.
    Upon boarding, scan your pass on the farebox and enjoy your ride!

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Mobile ticketing account creation screenshot

​​Create a new account by entering your email and password. If you already have account, select the “Log In” tab and enter your information.

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Mobile ticketing checkout screen

​Select your payment method. Apple Pay is available or you can add a new card by selecting the information. Your card can be saved to your account.

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Mobile ticketing checkout screen

​One the purchase is complete, you can access the pass in your “Ticket Wallet”. Select the pass to open it.

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Screenshot of activated ticket in the mobile ticket app

​Passes do not activate unless selected. Be sure to activate the pass only when you are ready to board the bus. There is a 2 hour time limit for use before expiration.

Woman holding a book while walking

Real-Time Bus Tracker

  • ​The BCTA real-time bus tracker shows the live location of your bus at any point.
    This tracker can be accessed via our website or in the myStop app.
  • You can even follow the stop code on our stop signs to find out exactly what time the bus will arrive to you!
Man holding phone next to BCTA bus stop sign

Real-Time Text Info

  • ​All BCTA bus stop signs have a stop ID. 
  • This can be located by looking for the four large numbers on the sign.
  • In order to receive a text with real time stop information, text “start” to 321123.
  • Once you have received the confirmation text, enter “Bct” + the stop ID.
  • You will receive a text alert for the next time the bus is set to arrive