Taking transit in Whistler

The Whistler Transit System is provided through a partnership with BC Transit. The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) works with BC Transit to build transit ridership, improve services and provide equitable and efficient transit.

Funding for the Whistler Transit System is shared between the RMOW and BC Transit. All revenue collected comes directly to the RMOW to cover 53 percent of costs to operate transit in Whistler.

Free weekend transit service

As part of the summer transit service, enjoy free travel on Whistler Transit Services on Saturday, Sunday and holiday Mondays. This free weekend service is on from Friday, June 15, 2018 to Sunday, September 16, 2018.

Thanks to the addition of 1,764 new service hours to the Whistler Spring/Summer/Fall Schedule this year, the Whistler Transit System will be able to provide expanded seasonal summer service. The free weekend transit program is provided courtesy of the Resort Municipality of Whistler and Whistler Blackcomb as part of the Whistler 2017 Transportation Action Plan.

Free Lost Lake Shuttle

Route 8 Lost Lake Shuttle will return from June 15, 2018 - two weeks earlier than in previous years. The shuttle will operate until Labour Day, September 3, 2018.

Check BC Transit Whistler(link is external) for full schedule information.

Free Village Shuttle Service

Several free shuttle services are offered all year, courtesy of the Province of British Columbia's Resort Municipality Initiative.

Route 4 - Marketplace Shuttle runs from Gondola Transit Exchange to Marketplace in the winter only.
Route 5 - Upper Village/Benchlands Shuttle runs from Gondola Transit Exchange to Blackcomb Mountain Base Lodge and the Benchlands year-round. The 9:40, 10:05 and 10:40 a.m. Route 5 shuttles will divert to Lost Lake on request from Friday, June 15 through Monday, September 3, 2018.
Route 8 - Lost Lake Shuttle runs from the Gondola Transit Exchange to Lost Lake Park every day from Friday, June 15 to September 3, 2018.

Next Ride real-time bus location technology coming to Whistler Summer 2018

BC Transit is implementing real-time bus location technology in select communities across the province including Whistler. NextRide uses Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) to provide customers with real-time data on the location of their bus and its predicted arrival time at a stop. With the introduction of this technology comes a responsive website, enabling passengers to plan their trips from an internet connected mobile device or desktop. NextRide is scheduled to for implementation in Whistler in summer 2018. Read more.

BC Transit NextRide Frequently Asked Questions

Everyday is Family Day on Whistler Transit

Did you know an adult customer using a valid Whistler Transit System Pass, ticket or cash fare can bring up to three children (12 years and under) on board for free? For more information click here

Whistler Experience Spirit Transit Pass

Starting November 1, 2017, the Resort Municipality of Whistler, Whistler Blackcomb and Chamber of Commerce have partnered to offer Whistler Experience® participants 6-month and 12-month Spirit Transit Passes as part of the 2017 Transportation Action Plan. With your valid Whistler Experience number, a 6-month Spirit Transit Pass is $240 and a 12-month Spirit Transit Pass is $450. That’s one month free with a 6-month pass or 20 per cent savings over buying monthly passes and three months free with a 12-month pass or a 25 per cent savings over buying a monthly pass!

To purchase a 6-month or 12-month Spirit Transit Pass, come to the Customer Service desk at Municipal Hall (4325 Blackcomb Way) between 8am and 4pm Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays. You must present your Whistler Experience® number to claim your discount when purchasing your Spirit Transit Pass. Please read the Terms and Conditions.

For employers wishing to purchase passes directly for their staff, please email edalsanto at whistler.ca or call 604-932-5535 and ask for Emma DalSanto, TDM Coordinator.

Transporting Recycling and Compost to Nesters or Function Depots

Beginning November 18, 2017, the Whistler Transit System is starting a pilot project where passengers can carry residential compost, recyclables or personal waste on the bus provided:

The waste must be in one non-transparent container that fits on your lap
The container must be leak proof, odour proof and puncture proof, and must be sealed for safety reasons
The container must be held on your lap, in a backpack, or on the floor where it will not obstruct the aisles or other customers
You maintain hold on the container throughout the ride, for safety reasons
You must not put the container on a passenger seat

All safety rules must be followed for the driver to allow transport of household waste on the bus.

For more information www.bctransit.com/whistler/riderinfo

Regional Transit Initiatives

Whistler staff are working with BC Transit and regional partners on the next steps on investigating implementation of a sustainable regional transit service in the Sea to Sky corridor from Mount Currie through to Metro Vancouver. For more information on the what has been done to date, visit www.bctransit.com/SeaToSky.

Learn more about initiatives to enhance transportation in the Sea to Sky Corridor.