Santa Barbara MTD

MTD Throwback Thursday: The Santa Barbara News-Press published this article on August 12th 1996. "[MTD's electric vehicles have] become a model of odorless, exhaust-free efficiency that's attracted the attention of transportation people from all over the world. ... MTD-developed expertise is helping Hong Kong develop an electric transit fleet. In a May 1995 report on the MTD electric shuttle program, the U.S. Department of Energy noted that it was 'an immediate success with riders.' That claim was supported by MTD figures." Source: Santa Barbara News-Press , Written by: Keith Dalton Image description: A photograph of a newspaper from 1996 is shown. There is an image of Ralph Brannan working on an electrical circuit with the headline "MTD's clean air strategy is electrifying."

SERVICE ALERT: In observance of Independence Day, Monday, July 5th, MTD buses will operate on a Sunday schedule. The Transit Center will be open from 9am to 5pm.

MTD is hiring! We have open positions for Bus Operators, Mechanics and Service People. Visit sbmtd.gov/careers to learn more! Image description: Text reads, "Drive your own future. Santa Barbara MTD is hiring. Bus operator, mechanic and service person. No previous commercial driving experience necessary. Paid training for Class B provided. Competitive pay and excellent benefits for full and part-time workers. Apply today at sbmtd.gov/careers." An image of a woman driving a bus appears in a circular frame.

Looking for a step-by-step guide to putting your bike on the bus? Visit our website to learn how! #Biker #Commute https://sbmtd.gov/plan-your-trip/getting-around/ Image description: The text reads, "Ride with your bike!" on a background photo of a bike on the beach. A smaller circle frame shows a picture of a bike attached to the bike rack of an MTD bus.

We are proud to be an integral part of the community, helping our residents get where they need to go in a safe and timely manner. #SantaBarbaraCounty #PublicTransit Image description: The text reads "Our fleet covers more than 2.6 million miles per year." The background image is of a Santa Barbara beach and a circle frame depicts an MTD bus driving down the road.

#TBT to Santa Barbara's stylish public transit in 1950! FourTGH-3101's came to Santa Barbara in September 1950, which were the first new buses in 20 years. The top photo, photographed on State near Victoria, is headed for West Beach. On the bottom, the bus is passing Kerry's Restaurant on State Street heading for Goleta. Source: Motor Coach Age, Santa Barbara by Charles P. Hobbs ... Image description: A pink bus with a "7up" advertisement on the front is seen driving down the streets of downtown Santa Barbara in the 1950's.

Santa Barbara MTD has been having a blast being a part of Bike Camp for junior high students, run by Santa Barbara Bicycle Coalition and Coalition for Sustainable Transportation. We are so glad to contribute by showing students how to ride the bus with your bike! Video description: A montage of footage showing Santa Barbara MTD employees teaching junior high students how to secure their bikes on the bus.

Wondering exactly when your bus will arrive? Our BusTracker gives you live, up-to-the-minute updates! sbmtd.gov Image description: An graphic shows a screenshot of a map highlighting a bus route and a pop out window that shows text which provides details of vehicle 672.

A little piece of Santa Barbara MTD history!

We are proud to provide our community with a safe and inclusive space for everyone. #HappyPride #PrideMonth

Federal law requires that all passengers wear masks on public transit and while at transportation hubs. Thank you for keeping our community safe! #PublicHealth

Our trip planner makes it easy for you to get around; simply fill out the trip planner form to see all your transport options! #PublicTransit #SantaBarbara Check out our trip planner today: https://sbmtd.gov/plan-your-trip/getting-around/

Have you visited the State & La Cumbre bus stop lately? Its characteristic peeling paint and well-worn seating has finally received the TLC it deserves. Go check out its #GlowUp for yourself!