YRT On-Request 4.22.2

YRT On-Request presents a modern approach to transportation within York Region, offering a ridesharing service that emphasizes convenience, affordability, and environmental sustainability. This service enables users to arrange transportation between their residence and the nearest YRT bus stop or designated location within the service area.

Users can effortlessly book a ride via the mobile application, which intelligently pairs them with the closest available vehicle to facilitate pickup at their specified location. The process is streamlined to enhance user experience.

Key features include:

• Easy ride scheduling through a smartphone application
• Pickup directly at the curbside
• Cost-effective payment options such as PRESTO, YRT Pay App, or Transit App
• Drop-off at the selected destination within the service zone or at the nearest bus stop, where riders can utilize their two-hour transfer for other YRT routes

The service is designed with several core principles:

1. Convenience: For those residing away from traditional transit stops, YRT On-Request provides a seamless connection to local transit networks within a unified fare structure.
2. Affordability: Reduced fares are available through various payment methods, with transfers valid for two hours across YRT routes.
3. Sustainability: By facilitating public transit use, the service helps decrease road congestion and lower carbon emissions, contributing positively to environmental efforts.

For additional inquiries, please contact: [email protected].