Taking the bus isn’t complicated. But a little planning in advance can go a long way toward making it enjoyable and efficient.

The key is information
Your most comprehensive source of information is clearly STLaval.ca. Trip planner, bus schedules, bus crowdedness estimator, fares – it’s all there! By creating your own passenger zone, you also get to add the buses that pass near your house and receive alerts warning you of delays or detours. As for the newsletter, it’s a great way to stay current with the latest news, promotions, contests or surveys. And if you’re in a hurry, simply text your bus stop number to 511785 to obtain the upcoming bus times for your stop.

How to pay?
Cash is still accepted. That’ll always be around! You can pay by credit card weekdays on buses 2, 20, 24, 33, 39, 40, 41, 43, 48, 50, 60, 63, 66, 73 and 902, and on all our buses on weekends. Finally, an OPUS smart card can be loaded with various transit fares for use throughout the greater metropolitan area, on buses, on the metro, and on trains. OPUS cards may be purchased at 40 points of sale, or at an STL ticket office after scheduling an appointment. To book an appointment, go to insriptweb.com/STLaval.

New youth fares
Effective July 1, 2021, children ages 6 to 11 will be able to travel for free when accompanied by an adult with a valid fare, on both our regular and paratransit buses (maximum 5 children per adult). Also, students ages 12 and up will be entitled to a 40% discount on their monthly pass year round.

Did you know?
Monthly passes go on sale the 20th of the previous month, at our ticket offices and at any of the other 40 points of sale across Laval. It’s a smart way to make sure you’re always topped up by the 1st of the month.