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Bus Service Goes to the Dogs – Guide Dog Training on Tri Delta Transit
ANTIOCH, CA, October 9, 2018 – The Eastern Contra Costa County Transit Authority (Tri Delta Transit) recently gave rides to more than a dozen furry-footed passengers learning to ride the bus. One by one, a procession of soon-to-be Guide Dogs boarded a 40-foot long Tri Delta Transit bus, to acclimate to a new surrounding. With…
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Tri Delta Transit Bus Schedule to Change, Effective September 30, 2018
ANTIOCH, CA, September 14, 2018 – Following the successful opening of the new BART stations in Antioch and Pittsburg, Eastern Contra Costa Transit Authority (Tri Delta Transit) is making changes to their bus schedule to better align with BART arrivals and departures. These changes will take effect Sunday, September 30, 2018. All current routes will…
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Tri Delta Transit Launches First Electric Transit Bus
ANTIOCH, CA, June 27, 2018 — Following over two years of research, planning and testing, the Eastern Contra Costa Transit Authority (Tri Delta Transit) recently began operating their first battery electric transit bus. “This is a big moment for both Tri Delta Transit and all of Eastern Contra Costa County,” said Jeanne Krieg, Chief Executive…
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Tri Delta Transit Makes Significant Changes to Bus Routes
ANTIOCH, CA, May 1, 2018 – In preparation for the opening of East County’s new BART stations, Eastern Contra Costa Transit Authority (Tri Delta Transit) is making several changes to current bus routes. These changes will take effect Saturday, May 26, 2018. Changes include: “The changes being implemented on May 26 are more extensive than…
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Tri Delta Transit Makes the Switch to Clean Burning, 100% Renewable and Sustainable Neste MY Renewable Diesel™
Antioch (November 30, 2017) – Tri Delta Transit has switched their entire fleet of transit buses from operating on petroleum diesel to using only Neste MY Renewable Diesel™. Neste MY Renewable Diesel is a low-carbon fuel, produced from 100% renewable and sustainable raw materials. This innovative fuel cuts greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80%…
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Tri Delta Transit Celebrates 40 Years of Service with Free Rides
ANTIOCH, CA, October 23, 2017 – 2017 marks the 40th anniversary of local public transportation in Eastern Contra Costa County provided by Tri Delta Transit. To celebrate, the agency will be providing free rides on all weekend routes, every weekend in November. “This will include Thanksgiving Day and the day after,” added Marketing Director Mike…
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Tri Delta Transit Launches New Security App
ANTIOCH, CA, October 2, 2017 – Starting October 2, Tri Delta Transit will offer ‘Tri Delta Watch,’ a mobile security app that instantly allows riders to notify police or dispatchers of security incidents on buses and at bus stops. The free app allows riders to anonymously send text reports with pictures or videos to dispatchers…
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Tri Delta Transit Adds New Circulator Bus in Downtown Pittsburg
ANTIOCH, CA, September 11, 2017 – The Eastern Contra Costa Transit Authority (Tri Delta Transit) is launching a new downtown circulator route serving the downtown Pittsburg area. New Route 381 begins service September 25, 2017 and will travel between the Pittsburg Marina, through downtown Pittsburg, to Los Medanos College. The new route will be the…
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Summer Youth Pass
ANTIOCH, CA, May 15, 2017 – To give kids the independence and ability to have a constructive, safe and fun summer, Tri Delta Transit and WestCat will once again be offering their unique, unlimited-ride Summer Youth Pass to kids age 17 and under. The unlimited ride Summer Youth Pass wristband goes on sale starting May…
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Schedule Change Feb. 19, 2017
ANTIOCH, CA, February 7, 2017 – To respond to changes in traffic patterns associated with the Highway 4 widening project, Eastern Contra Costa Transit Authority (Tri Delta Transit) is making changes to their bus schedule. These changes will take effect Sunday, February 19, 2017. All current routes will be in operation with the new schedule;…