OC Transpo, Public transportation authority in Ottawa, Canada
OC Transpo is the public transportation authority serving Ottawa with two urban rail lines, eleven rapid transit bus corridors, and approximately 170 regular bus routes throughout the city and into neighboring Gatineau. The system uses a hub-and-spoke design that connects residential areas, commercial zones, and community services.
The service started in 1886 as a horsecar system and switched to electric streetcars in 1891, establishing the foundation for modern transit. It was reorganized as the Ottawa Transportation Commission in 1948 and has continued expanding ever since.
The network links different neighborhoods across the city through a hub-based system, shaping how residents travel to work, school, and leisure activities. These connections form part of daily routines and how people navigate through Ottawa.
Multiple payment methods are accepted including cash, debit cards, credit cards, and mobile wallets for fares and passes. Different pass options are available for adults, youth, seniors, and frequent travelers to suit various travel patterns.
The Para Transpo service provides door-to-door transportation for people unable to use standard routes, requiring advance booking for each trip. This specialized service ensures that mobility limitations do not prevent access to the transit system.
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