Get to the OC Fair Hassle-Free with the OC Fair Express!
From July 19 through August 18, our favorite summertime fair returns with amazing rides, entertainment, food, drink and plenty of opportunities to indulge.
The OC Fair Express is the best way to get there. Ride non-stop Saturday and Sunday to the OC Fair from four convenient locations for only $4 round trip; kids 18 and under ride free—no pass required. Pay with the OC Bus app, regular passes, or cash. Get all the details here.
Important: Advance tickets to the OC Fair are required; please purchase OC Fair tickets online before riding the bus.
Your Adventure-Packed Metrolink Summer May Include Free Rides & Gift Cards!
Have you taken a train lately? Make this the summer to climb aboard Metrolink and enjoy a leisurely ride to special events near Metrolink stations. With many chances to win free tickets and gift cards AND opportunities for free and discounted fares, this is an affordable summer “daycation” offer the whole family will love.
Upcoming events include:
San Clemente Ocean Festival, July 20-21, San Clemente Pier Station
Fencing Across America, July 28-August 4, Laguna Niguel/Mission Viejo/Anaheim stations
Festival of Butterflies, August 3, San Juan Capistrano Station
Fiesta Music Festival, August 11, San Clemente Pier Station
Orange International Street Festival, August 30-September 1, Orange Station
For information about these events and the many opportunities to ride for free or at a discount, click here.
Our Balanced Budget Champions Transit
We recently approved a $1.76 billion budget that keeps essential transportation improvements moving forward while responsibly planning for a balanced and sustainable transportation future for Orange County.
The approved budget invests heavily in public transit – constituting about 52% of the total budget. It allocates funds to improve local streets and purchase zero-emission vehicles to help improve air quality for the entire community.
Meet Some of Our Professional OC Bus Drivers
At OCTA, becoming an OC Bus driver is a chance to discover a life-long career. With excellent pay, benefits, and room to grow, it could be your path to success.
Recently, four of our top drivers assembled at the Santa Ana bus base for a photo shoot depicting professional appearance on the job.
Meet our model coach operators, from left to right: Tanya Dominguez drives Route 57 and likes getting to see different people and experience something different every day. Her tip for riders: Have your fare ready when the bus pulls up.
Raul Gonzalez works multiple routes and appreciates assisting communities and keeping OC moving. His tips for riders: Be ready at the stop; make yourself visible and come out of the shadows.
A driver for 14 years, Terri Jefferson likes working with different passengers and appreciates OCTA’s good retirement and benefits program. You’ll find her on Route 66. Her tips for riders: Be at the bus stop five minutes early. Be prepared when getting on the bus with your app open and fare ready.
Ignacio Cuica has been driving for 23 years and is currently on Route 29. He likes taking people wherever they need to go. His tip for riders: Be ready at the bus stop; don’t wait until the last minute to be ready.
We’re hiring. Learn more about career opportunities as an OC Bus driver.
