COVID-19
Safety Procedures
The safety of our riders and employees is always our top priority. WCTA has continued taking precautionary measures since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic and has implemented new procedures as needed.
- WCTA buses are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized every day using CDC approved products. Commuter buses are cleaned and sanitized after both the morning and afternoon runs.
- All employees have received communications on how to minimize risk of contracting or spreading COVID-19.
Free Transportation to COVID-19 Vaccination Sites
Westmoreland Transit is providing free transportation to any community member who needs transportation to and from their scheduled COVID-19 vaccination appointment.
Individuals who are able to utilize Westmoreland Transit fixed-route bus service can call WCTA at 724-834-9282 to schedule their free trip to and from their COVID-19 vaccination appointment. Westmoreland Transit has fixed-route transportation to or near most medical facilities. Google Transit is available here for help with fixed-route trip planning. Enter your starting address, destination address, and desired arrival or departure date and time to see available fixed-route options. For specific route information, visit our schedule page here.
For individuals who are unable to use fixed-route bus service, GO Westmoreland shared-ride transportation is available. Those interested in using shared-ride to get to their COVID-19 vaccination appointment can call GO Westmoreland at 724-832-2706 to schedule their trip, which includes a ride to and from the appointment. GO Westmoreland is a program of Westmoreland Transit that provides door-to-door transportation and operates Monday-Friday from 7 AM until 7 PM and Saturday from 7 AM until 4 PM. If using GO Westmoreland to travel to their COVID-19 vaccination appointment, riders must still call and schedule their trip in advance.
Not sure which transportation option will work best for you? Call WCTA at 724-834-9282 for assistance creating your transportation plan.
PLEASE NOTE: Westmoreland Transit is not scheduling COVID-19 vaccination appointments. Individuals must already have a confirmed COVID-19 vaccination appointment with the location that they are requesting service to.
More information on vaccination sites and eligibility requirements can be found here.
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