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Passenger Information

Transit Fares and Passes

CategoryCost per rideMonthly Pass
Unlimited rides
Adult (ages 18-59)$2.50$82.50
Student (valid student ID)$2.50$66.00
Senior (age 60+)$2.50$66.00
Youth (age 11-17$2.50$66.00
Child (ages 0-10) must be
accompanied by an adult
0.00$0.00

Discounted 30-day unlimited ride passes are available for Seniors (60+), Youth (11-17) and Students. Eligible riders must verify their eligibility at the Citizen Service Centre (320 Esplanade, Sydney) before receiving discounted fares.

Existing paper transit tickets will continue to be accepted until December 31, 2026.

More ways to pay

  • Umo Mobility App - Free download on Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
  • Debit/ Credit Card
  • Transit Card- Reusable reloadable transit cards are available for $10 at the Citizen Service Centre (320 Esplanade, Sydney). Funds can be added online or in person at CSC.
  • Cash - Exact change only.

Plan A Trip

Use the Transit App or Google Maps to plan your trip, check real-time bus locations and find the best route to your destination.

Transit App

  • See nearby ETAs as soon as you open the app.
  • Tap GO to get reminders when it’s time to leave, transfer or get off the bus.
  • Stay updated with push notifications for stop changes or service disruptions.
  • All CBRM Transit riders automatically receive a free upgrade to Royale, unlocking leaderboards, avatars and early access to new features.
Download on the App Store badge linking to the app.Get it on Google Play badge linking to the app.

Google Maps

Enter your start and end locations, then select the Transit icon to see routes, stops and schedules.
Smartphone displaying the Transit app with the text “Track your ride” above it. The screen shows Route 13 George Street via Hospital with estimated departure times of 3 minutes, 63 minutes and today at 5:00 p.m. Below, the route is rated 4.9 stars by riders, 78% say it arrives on time and the fare is $1.25 cash per ride. The lower part of the screen shows step-by-step directions to the bus stop and upcoming stops with estimated arrival times.

Since these apps use estimated data, you should plan to arrive at your stop a few minutes early and give yourself time for transfers.

If you find a problem or error, contact Transit Cape Breton at 902-539-8124.