Frequently Asked Questions
What Can This Web Site Do?
Currently, our site features complete, up-to-date schedules for all routes. You can access schedule information in the following ways:
- If you know the route you need to use, click "Schedules & Maps," then select a schedule from the "Schedule by Route".
- If you don't know the Fare, click "Fares & Passes," to obtain the cost and obtain locations to purchase beside Central Station.
- Get tips on how to ride and depart the Bus safely.
- Obtain News on upcoming events at the BJCTA and public meetings.
- Looking for a new career, see the latest job opportunities in the About BJCTA section.
- Do you have questions about Paratransit Service? See the Paratransit/VIP Riders Guide.
In addition to schedules, you'll find a wealth of information about BJCTA programs and pricing.
Some of the most frequently asked questions are listed below:
- How much does it cost to ride the bus?
- Can I receive bus schedules via mail?
- What number can I call to get more information about routes and schedules?
- What hours are Central Station open?
- How can I register for the BJCTA Paratransit/ VIP Service?
- Do you offer Sunday service?
- Where or what other locations can I pick-up printed Schedules?
Answer: The price for Adult fare is $1.25 and $0.25 for a transfer. Other prices and some discounts may be available.
Answer: Yes. Just call (205) 521-0170 or (205) 521-0132
to request a schedule by mail.
Answer: Please call (205) 521-0101 between the hours of
6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. Monday thru Saturday.
Answer: Monday thru Friday 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (CST)
Answer: Call 205- 251-0180 for detailed information on qualifications and applications for VIP Service.
Answer: Sunday service is limited to Downtown DART service only.
Answer: Click here to see the locations
(Use the below Bus Schedule Locations)
Bus Schedule Locations
ADDRESS |
Routes |
|
| 1.Hwy 280/WAL-MART | 280 |
|
| 2.Alabama State Rehab.Service | 2336 Goodwin Crest Dr. Floor_36 slots |
All |
| 3. Ala. Career Ctr_Unemployment | 3440 3rd Ave S. Floor_36 slots |
All |
| 4.Alley's Drugs | Tuscaloosa Ave Turnstile rack
|
All |
| 5.B.P. Service Station | 2nd Ave/Center St.(3) Tier rack_4 slots |
All |
| 6.Bankhead Towers | 5th Ave N. &23rd St.N |
DART,14,17,39 |
| 7.Birmingham Healthcare | Church (near Phillips High Schoo Tier rack_3 slots |
All |
| 8.California Outlet Mall | 3rd Ave & 19th N. Floor_18 slots |
All |
| 9.CAPS | 5th Ave N. & 17th St.N 4 |
Dart |
| 10.Central Library (downtown) | 2100 R.Arr.Blvd. Floor_36 slots |
All |
| 11.Cooper Green Hospital | 15 15th Ave S.(3) Tier rack_4 slots |
All |
| 12.Eastlake Library | 4 |
25,28 |
| 13.Ensley Library | 2 |
5,6,38 |
| 14.Fairfield Library | 4 |
41,45 |
| 15.Federal Courthouse Vance Bldg. | 5th Ave N. (3rd Floor) Floor_36 slots |
All |
| 16.Five Points West Library | 4620 Ave V (3) Tier rack_3 slots |
All |
| 17.Food Stamp Office | 4500 3rd Ave S. Floor_36 slots |
All |
| 18.Food Stamp Office/BESS. | All |
|
| 19.Freedom Manor | 5th Ave N. &17th St.N |
DART,14,17,39 |
| 20.Health Food West | 1323 Bess. Rd Ensley Tier rack_3 slots |
5,41,45 |
| 21.Homewood Library | Oxmoor Rd. Tier rack_3 slots |
14,39,42 |
| 22.Hoover Multi-Culture Center | Munipal Dr. Tier rack_4 slots |
31 |
| 23.Hoover/Galleria | no holder |
31 |
| 24.Jeff. County Health Dept. | 1400 6th Ave S. Lobby-Floor-36 slots |
All |
| 25.Kirkland Clinic | 6th Ave &20th Tier rack_4 slots |
All |
| 26.Mountain Brook Library | Tier rack_4 slots |
A 51's |
| 27.Nelson Brothers Café | 3rd Ave & 17th N. Tier rack_4 slots |
All |
| 28.No. Bham Library | 2501-31st ST N. Tier rack-2 slots |
23,40 |
| 29.North Avondale Library | Tier rack_4 slots |
25,20 |
| 30.PIZZA Hut | 20th St.S. Tier rack_4 slots |
DART |
| 31.Pratt Library | Dugan Ave Tier rack_3 slots |
5,6,38 |
| 32.Smithfield Lbrary | #3 8th Ave N. Tier rack_3 slots |
6,38 |
| 33.Southside Library | 11th Ave &19th S. Floor_36 slots |
All |
| 34.Titusville Library | #2 6th Ave S. Floor_36 slots |
All |
| 35.UAB Student Center | 6th Ave &14th st Floor_36 slots |
All |
| 36. WAL-MART/BESSEMER | ||
| 37.Western Health Clinic | 1701 Ave D Ensley Tier rack_3 slots |
5,6,38 |
| 38.Woodlawn Library | Tier rack_4 slots |
25,28,17 |
Tier rack_4 slots |
5, |
