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CONTACT INFORMATION
 
MAX Routes & Schedules Modesto Area Dial-A-Ride Transit Oversight & Planning
1001 9th St
Modesto, CA
(209) 521-1274
TDD (for hearing impaired)
6:30 am - 6:00pm, Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Saturday
8:45 am - 4:45 pm, Sunday
(209) 527-4900 City of Modesto
Public Works Department-Transit
1010 Tenth Street
Modesto, CA
(209) 577-5295



HOURS OF OPERATION
MAX Bus



6:00 am - 7:45 pm, Mon- Fri
7:45 am - 7:00 pm, Saturday
8:45 am - 6:00 pm, Sunday
MAX does not operate on the following holidays:

  • New Year's Day
  • Presidents' Day (observed)
  • Memorial Day (observed)
  • Fourth of July
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day

TO CATCH A MAX BUS
MAX buses only stop at locations marked with a bench, shelter and/or sign. Call 521-1274 before riding to find out where you can catch the bus in your area.

When at a marked stop, stand near the sign so the driver knows that you want to ride. The driver may not stop for you if it doesn't look like you want to ride. Back away from the curb as the bus approaches to avoid the mirror on the side of the bus.


PRIORITY SEATING
Certain seats on the bus are designated as priority seating for passengers with disabilities and seniors. The bus operator may request an ambulatory passenger occupying priority seating to move if a passenger with disabilities or a senior boards. Your cooperation in honoring such requests is appreciated.


USING BIKE RACKS
Use your bike in combination with MAX to make your travel even more convenient!  All MAX buses are now equipped with bike racks.

Our bike racks accommodate 2 bikes at a time, and are designed to keep your bike away from the bus and other bikes.  It's easy and convenient, loading takes less than 20 seconds.

No additional fare is required when using the bike racks, so whether you're on your way to work, school, or play, bring your bike along for the ride.  For more information, see our Bike-N-Bus brochure.


WHEELCHAIR USERS
Each MAX route is wheelchair accessible. All MAX buses begin each day with working wheelchair lifts; however, lifts are susceptible to unpredictable breakdowns during operation.  All wheelchairs must be secured with tie-down straps while in the bus. For detail on MAX's Tiedown Policy click here.


BOARDING THE BUS
When boarding MAX, please have your pass, ticket or transfer ticket ready to give to the driver. When you are paying cash, please have EXACT change ready to deposit in the fare box. Remember, the driver does not carry change!


EXITING THE BUS
One block before your stop, pull the cord over the window or push the yellow tape strip. The driver will then stop the bus as close to the next marked bus stop as can be done safely. Please exit through the rear door so that boarding passengers may enter through the front door.


SERVICE TO BART AND THE ALTAMONT COMMUTER EXPRESS (ACE) TRAIN
MAX provides direct service between Modesto and the Altamont Commuter Express (ACE) train station in Lathrop, and between Modesto and the Pleasanton/Dublin BART station. For additional information please call 521-1274.


INFORMATION HOURS
Additional information is available by calling: 521-1274 (VOICE OR TDD)

Information is available during the following hours:
6:30am - 6:00pm, Monday - Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm, Saturday
8:45am - 4:45pm, Sunday


RULES OF THE BUS and MODESTO TRANSPORTATION CENTER
  • No smoking is allowed on the bus.
  • No eating or drinking on the bus.  All food and drinks must be in completely sealed containers.  Beverages must have screw-on lids. No drinks with straws allowed.
  • Personal items must be carried into the bus in one trip.  They shall be kept out of the aisle and out of the way of other passengers. Strollers, and recreational scooters must be folded.  No refuse allowed, including recyclable items.
  • No animals allowed, except for in carriers that can be placed outside of aisle, or service animals, (guide dogs, etc.)
  • Shirts and shoes must be worn on the bus.  Roller blades may not be worn.
  • Profanity (swearing or cursing) is not allowed.
  • No sound equipment may be played on the bus, unless sound cannot be heard by other passengers.
  • No weapons of any kind allowed.
  • No boisterous or unruly behavior allowed.
  • Misuse of transfers, passes, or tickets with the intent to evade fare payment is illegal.
  • Expectorating upon system facilities or vehicles is illegal.
  • No littering in or on buses, or at bus stops is allowed.

The above rules are enforced and some are part of the California Penal Code Sec 640. Violation of rules may result in driver not permitting passenger to board the bus and/or a $250 fine.


EVENING and SUNDAY SERVICE on MODESTO AREA DIAL-A-RIDE
Evening and additional Sunday transit service is available to the general public on the City's Dial-A-Ride system. Evening service for the general public on Dial-A-Ride is available between 6 pm and 11 pm Monday through Friday. Sunday service for the general public on Dial-A-Ride is available between 8 am and 6 pm. Please call 527-4900 for further details.


OTHER TRIP SERVICES
Planning a trip on MAX?  If you need assistance planning a trip on, or if you have any questions about MAX, please call 521-1274 and we'll help.

Field Trips: Field trips are welcome on our routes. Please call 521-1274 for information.


SCHEDULES

Times shown on the schedules pages on www.ModestoAreaExpress.com are approximate due to varying traffic, weather and other conditions.


MAX'S Non-Discrimination Statement
Modesto Area Express (MAX) is committed to a policy of non-discrimination in program services pursuant to the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.  Any person who believes that he or she has been subjected to discrimination under Title VI on the basis of race, color or national origin may file a complaint with MAX.  To receive additional information on MAX's non-discrimination obligations, or to file a compliant, please call the MAX administrative office at 209.577.5295 or write to: City of Modesto, Transit Division, P.O. Box 642, Modesto, CA 95353.


NOTICES
Notices about bus system changes are posted on the panel behind the driver. Read them regularly so you won't miss the bus.
 
 

 


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