Question 1

Are School Tripper routes only for students?

Accepted Answer

No. School Tripper routes are open to the public. They are scheduled around Gloucester Public Schools arrival and dismissal times, but any CATA rider may use them.

Question 2

Do School Tripper routes run every day?

Accepted Answer

School Tripper routes run Monday through Friday on Gloucester Public Schools school days only. They do not operate when school is not in session.

Question 3

Do students need a bus pass to use the School Tripper service?

Accepted Answer

No bus pass is needed while CATA service is fare free. Fare-free service is currently in effect through December 31, 2027 and is subject to change.

Question 4

Will School Trippers run if Gloucester Public Schools has a delayed start?

Accepted Answer

Morning School Tripper routes run one or two hours later than the regular schedule, depending on the length of the school delay.

Question 5

What happens to School Tripper service on early dismissal days for Gloucester Public Schools?

Accepted Answer

Afternoon School Tripper routes leave earlier on early dismissal days. Unless otherwise announced, Gloucester High School buses leave at 11:05 AM and O’Maley buses leave at 11:02 AM.

Question 6

Can I wave down a School Tripper bus?

Accepted Answer

No. Wave-A-Bus is not in effect during school pickup and drop-off. Riders should use the listed School Tripper stops.

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