Business Description
For Route Detour Information, please see our Twitter feed link on the left, or follow us at www.twitter.com/umasstransit.
UMass Transit operates PVTA buses for the Five Colleges as well as the towns of Amherst, Belchertown, Deerfield, Granby, Hadley, Northampton, South Hadley, and Sunderland.
UMass Transit has a Trip Planner to help you see when the next bus is from your location to any other location we service. For more info, see http://www.umass.edu/transit/trip_planner.html
Fare Information:
Bus routes operated by UMass Transit are fare-free for Five College students, faculty and staff. For the general public, fares are on a proof-of-payment "honor system". Bus drivers will not collect fares/passes, but passengers are expected to have either a valid Five College student, faculty or staff ID cards or a fare ticket/pass for each ride. Tickets/passes may be purchased by contacting PVTA customer service here: http://www.pvta.com/customerService.php
Scheduling, Training information, Lost and Found, Compliments and Complaints and any other information can be found by calling (413)-545-0056.
All UMass Transit buses are equipped with bike racks.
Advertising:
PVTA offers advertising space on its buses. You can find more information at the PVTA's website.
Address & Contact
- Street:
- 255 Governors Drive
- Postcode:
- 01003
- City:
- Amherst
- State:
- Massachusetts
- Zip:
- 01003
- Phone:
- 413-545-0056
- Website:
- www.umass.edu/transit
- Category:
- Local Business
Map & Directions
OUGHT TO BE SEEN BEFORE CONTACTING ANY LOCAL BUSINESS
Assessing a Business Before Reaching Out
Read customer feedback: Customer reviews and ratings can give you insight into the business's reputation. Confirm Contact Information: Verify the phone numbers and email addresses listed. If available, visit the business's official website. Check Business Address: Use the provided Google map to verify the business location before planning a visit.
Assuring Interaction
Operating Hours: Check the business's operating hours to make sure they are open when you call. Check for any holidays or days when the business might be closed. Alternate Contact Methods: Look for other ways to contact the business, like email or social media, if the main phone number doesn’t work.
Preserving Your Personal Privacy
Keep Your Information Safe: Do not share personal information such as your social security number, credit card details, or passwords over the phone or email. Confirm Identity: Verify the identity of the person you are talking to. Check their name and position on the business's official website. Before proceeding with any legal matters, consider understanding local $stateName state laws. It is also advisable to get advice from a certified privacy laws attorney to ensure adherence and to secure your rights and interests. You can find more information here by finding an accredited privacy law advisor.
Environmental and Operational Goals
Weather Conditions: Ensure the weather is suitable before planning your visit, particularly in areas with extreme weather. Check Business Status: Confirm that the business is operational on the day you plan to visit, considering public holidays and any reported closures.
Reporting Disputes or Concerns
Handling Disputes: Document any legal issues or disputes and seek legal advice. You may also report the issue to local consumer protection agencies. Reporting Listing Issues: If you find that a business is permanently closed, has a wrong phone number, or incorrect address on our directory, please report it to us. Use this form to report the issue: Contact Us Form
Critiquing Companies
Share Your Experience: Post your review on the business's Facebook page or Google Local Business. This helps others in making informed decisions.