Passenger Limits and Protective Wear (COVID-19 Service Updates)

The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District (AC Transit) is committed to protecting the health, safety, and well-being of our passengers and employees. As a result, we will operate with lower rider thresholds in order to follow social distancing guidance and avoid overcrowding. If a bus nears capacity, our operators may bypass stops and turn on the “Drop-Off Only” head-sign. Riders on board can continue to exit buses at their requested stop.

As a result, AC Transit directly appeals to our riders and communities, to partner with us in maintaining the following passenger thresholds:

30’ feeder coach – 6 passengers; 40’ standard coach – 10 passengers; 60’ articulated coach – 16 passengers, and; 44’ double decker coach – 24 passengers.

We continue to monitor capacity on our fleet daily. We are prepared to make changes as needed and when additional resources become available. We appreciate everyone’s cooperation and apologize for any inconvenience.

In addition to social distancing, riders are required to wear a mask on board, covering their nose and mouth. We have rolled out installation of face mask and hand sanitizer dispensers on our buses. Thank you for following Public Health guidance and helping support our commitment to everyone’s safety onboard.