No Service to Jamestown Village Apts. On Route 17 Glenside
Due to construction at the Jamestown Village Apartments area, there will be NO SERVICE to Jamestown Apartments on Route 17 – Glenside/Airport/Berks Heim. Customers can use the Schuylkill Ave and Lackawanna bus stop.
BTC Construction Detours – Effective Until Further Notice
Due to construction around the BARTA Transportation Center (BTC), BARTA Bus Routes will have to detour around the area. These detours will be effective until further notice. Outbound Detours from BTC. The following routes will…
BTC Bus Stop #1 CLOSED – Effective Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Due to renovation activity at the BTC, Bus Stop #1 will be CLOSED until further notice. Route 5/Albright College will use Bus Stop #5. Route 15/Berkshire Mall will use Bus Stop #9.
Can I buy BARTA passes on the bus?
Yes, you can buy a BARTA All Day Pass when you board the bus. You must tell the driver you want to purchase an All Day Pass BEFORE you put any cash in the farebox.
If I buy a pass online can I print it out or will it be mailed to me?
You can not print out a printed pass and use it immediately after placing an online order. BARTA passes purchased online will be mailed within two business days from the time of the order. If you would like a pass to use immediately, you can use the BARTA Go Mobile app to purchase a fare ticket or a pass.
When do I pay when I ride the bus?
All customers pay when they board the bus.
Can a 10 Ride Pass be used for more than one person?
Yes, a 10 Ride Pass can be used for as many rides as needed at one time.
Do you have student discounts on passes?
BARTA has student discounts for children aged 6 to 18 (in grades 1 to 12). A school ID is required as proof of student status. Student discounts are not available for college students.
What is considered a student?
A student is any child ages 6 to 18 (in grades 1 through 12). College Students are not considered students on BARTA.
I ride my bike to the bus stop. Can I take my bike on the bus with me?
Bike racks are available on the front of all BARTA buses. Click here for more information.