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YARTS bus in Yosemite National Park
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March 5, 2020 - MERCED – The Bus and Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System (YARTS) public transit systems have put preventative measures in place to help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19).  Effective immediately, enhanced disinfecting procedures will be used daily to clean all frequently contacted surfaces on all buses and coaches.  

“The health and safety of our passengers is our first priority,” said Christine Chavez, Transit Manager for YARTS and The Bus.  “These proactive measures will help prevent the spread of infection should the virus become present in any of the communities we serve.”

There are currently no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Merced or Mariposa Counties.  Passengers are encouraged to wash their hands often, cover all coughs and sneezes, stay home when sick, and avoid direct contact with sick individuals.  For more information about COVID-19, please visit the Center for Disease Control website: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov.   

the BUSThe Bus is the single public transportation service provider for all of Merced County and is administered by the Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County and managed by the Merced County Association of Governments (MCAG). All bus schedules and hours of operation can be found at www.mercedthebus.com or by calling The Bus at (209) 723-3100.  Real-time information regarding bus locations, services and arrival times can be found at www.thebuslive.com or by downloading ‘The Bus Live’ app on your smart phone for free.  All buses are equipped with bike racks and are wheelchair accessible.  Seniors, Veterans and ADA eligible passengers can ride all fixed route service for free year-round with qualifying identification.  Those wishing to see if they are eligible for the free fare should contact The Bus office to learn more.

YARTS is a regional public transit service that provides a year-round alternative to driving to Yosemite.  YARTS schedules make connections with all intercity transportation providers in Merced: Amtrak, Greyhound and Boutique Air at the Merced Airport, and also connects to transit providers in Mono, Tuolumne and Fresno Counties during summer operations.  United Airlines also provides connection through its carriers to Fresno Yosemite International Airport and Mammoth Lakes Airport.  Park entrance fees are always included in any YARTS trip. 

For more information about YARTS, ticket prices, or the seasonal schedules, please visit www.yarts.com or call (877) 989-2787.

Source: Merced County Association of Governments