OC Bus

Please join us in congratulating OC Bus Driver Darvy Traylor! 🏆

Darvy earned 2nd place overall at the American Public Transportation Association's 2026 International Bus Roadeo in Salt Lake City, competing against the top transit professionals from across North America! He also received the Pre-Trip Inspection Award, recognizing excellence in vehicle inspection and safety procedures.

Leave Darvy a congratulatory message in the comments! We'll pass it along.

Congratulations to Dary Yem, our Maintenance Employee of the Month in May. Dary consistently demonstrates strong technical expertise and reliability, consistently completing complex repairs efficiently to help minimize downtime.

Congratulations to David Hope, our Coach Operator of the Month in May. David was recognized for his courteous service to passengers and availability as a team member who often covers assignments on his days off to support bus service continuity.

𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: Starting Sunday, May 10, schedules on some OC Bus routes will change to improve connections with school bell times, Metrolink trains, and on-time performance. Plan ahead by reviewing the new schedules: ocbus.com/ServiceChange

May the 4th be with you, OC Bus riders! 🚍🌟Our drivers are mastering the Force, maintenance crews are channeling Wookiee strength, and riders are tapping in like true Jedi Knights. We’re powering strong across the Orange County galaxy. Who’s bringing the Star Wars energy on the bus today? 💙💚

We want to hear from you! Starting in May, OCTA survey takers with tablets will be riding OC Bus to gather feedback about our service. By participating, you’ll be entered for a chance to win a $100 gift card. Questions? Call (714) 636-RIDE.

Congratulations to Andy Castillo, our Coach Operator of the Month in April. Since joining OCTA in 2007, Andy has consistently demonstrated a commitment to safety, reliability, and customer service, and has been recognized for 16 years of safe, defensive driving.

Reminder: Beginning May 1, paper passes will no longer be accepted on OC Bus. To continue riding, switch to one of our other ways to pay. Here are some of your options!

Have a question? Let us know in the comments! 💙

Throwback to the 80s! Here’s a look at what bus service looked like in Orange County in the 80s 🚍🕰️