Taking the bus
Taking the bus doesn't just mean commuting to work. Linden Hills is on Bus Route #6 which can take you to Southdale to shop, or Uptown for dinner; to the Walker for some browsing, or the Twins Stadium for a game. Make a day of a trip downtown - you can check out the downtown library, stroll along the downtown farmer's market on a Thursday, shop or meet a downtown friend for lunch. If you're really feeling adventurous, branch out from the 6 and explore all sorts of fun destinations throughout the Twin Cities. On Metrotransit.org find your route with the Trip Planner application. Enter your starting address and drop in your desired end-destination - it really couldn't be simpler.
Getting there
Click here for a list of fun places to go on the 6.
Get step-by-step itineraries for when and where you want to go.
Click on the GoTo Card to see how to use it! When you top up your Go To card with $10, Metro Transit automatically adds a free $1!!
Schedules - View and print timetables and route maps
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Top Reasons for taking the bus: Tell us WHY you catch the bus! Or your tips or feedback!
Get step-by-step itineraries for when and where you want to go.
Click on the GoTo Card to see how to use it! When you top up your Go To card with $10, Metro Transit automatically adds a free $1!!
Schedules - View and print timetables and route maps
NexTrip Get real-time departure times for your routes. Sign up now at mycommuterchallenge.org for a chance to win some great prizes: iPads, Netbooks and Kindles.
Top Reasons for taking the bus: Tell us WHY you catch the bus! Or your tips or feedback!
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Cost of gas –I can save money for chocolate, the new i-gadget or whatever. Jenny.
Reading and Relaxation on the bus. City driving is stressful but you can leave the driving to someone else. Let yourself unwind as you take in your surroundings, read a book or magazine, or write your to-do lists. Gail. Best deal in town. For just $2.25 you can take a ride on the bus. Ask for a transfer and you can ride again for free within a two hour window. Monthly and annual pass rates are an even better deal. Paula. Everyone is welcome. The bus has a special “Lift” to aid riders who need assistance boarding. You can even take your bike on the racks mounted on the front of the bus. Bob. |
I burn calories on the way to the bus stop and back. Frank.
No circling for open parking spots. The bus stops to let you out and you can walk right to your destination. No more driving around hoping someone pulls out so you can grab an open stall. Nancy. Meet new people. I love my time with the locals on the bus. Looking for a place for dinner? Ask your fellow passengers for ideas. Jerry. I like to enjoy an adult beverage or two without concerns about driving while intoxicated. Paul. When I ride the bus I feel I'm part of the community -- instead of a hermit in my car. -Madalyn |
To reduce my carbon footprint. David.
No parking fees. When you ride the bus, there is never a need to dig for quarters to fill the parking meters or pay garage parking prices. Daily parking fees range from $15-$25 where I am. Joe. Easy to find your way. Why spend time driving around lost? System and route maps are available at www.metrotransit.org. Sarah. Tour without backtracking. Take pleasure in a leisurely stroll going as far as you choose. No need to backtrack to find the car. Just jump on the bus for your return trip. Marlys. |
I love the bus!!
We (my wife, daughter, daughter's friend, my son and I) took the bus to the Aquatennial parade last week. It was a blast. Everyone had a great time. I was able to talk and visit with my family and neighbors (many were headed to the parade) in a way that I could not have had I been driving and paying attention to the road. We also had a great chance to reconnect with a couple of neighbors that I haven't had a chance to see in a long time, while riding on the bus. My youngest son (10) was proud to be able to pay for his own trip. We had a great opportunity to enjoy the short walk to the stop, stop for light refreshments at Dunn Bros on the way there and make great memories for a nice night in the city! I have a strong feeling that we will be making the bus be our transportation alternative more often in the future. BTW we loved our driver and her personality on the way downtown. Thank you Metro Transit for a great experience! -- Regards, Patrick, Cindy, Martina, Sophie and Leonardo
We (my wife, daughter, daughter's friend, my son and I) took the bus to the Aquatennial parade last week. It was a blast. Everyone had a great time. I was able to talk and visit with my family and neighbors (many were headed to the parade) in a way that I could not have had I been driving and paying attention to the road. We also had a great chance to reconnect with a couple of neighbors that I haven't had a chance to see in a long time, while riding on the bus. My youngest son (10) was proud to be able to pay for his own trip. We had a great opportunity to enjoy the short walk to the stop, stop for light refreshments at Dunn Bros on the way there and make great memories for a nice night in the city! I have a strong feeling that we will be making the bus be our transportation alternative more often in the future. BTW we loved our driver and her personality on the way downtown. Thank you Metro Transit for a great experience! -- Regards, Patrick, Cindy, Martina, Sophie and Leonardo
Savings!
I have been riding the bus for over 20 years and still get that good feeling by leaving my car in the garage in 2011. In 2010 I only put 4210 miles on my car. Insurance wise, my car is a lesure vehicle not a commuter vehicle. Check out how much you would save. --Clayton
So by LHP&L calculations, your gas use for the year was probably less than $800 -fantastic! MNN has an interesting article about the top 12 worst cars for 2011 -it includes the Chevy Suburban K2500 and its cousin, the GMC Yukon XL K2500, that average 10 mpg in the city and 15 on the highway. If gas prices reach $4/gallon, it would cost $156 to fill the 39-gallon tank. Drivers who fill up once a week would spend more than $8,000 on fuel in a year. Time to consider the bus Suburban drivers!
I have been riding the bus for over 20 years and still get that good feeling by leaving my car in the garage in 2011. In 2010 I only put 4210 miles on my car. Insurance wise, my car is a lesure vehicle not a commuter vehicle. Check out how much you would save. --Clayton
So by LHP&L calculations, your gas use for the year was probably less than $800 -fantastic! MNN has an interesting article about the top 12 worst cars for 2011 -it includes the Chevy Suburban K2500 and its cousin, the GMC Yukon XL K2500, that average 10 mpg in the city and 15 on the highway. If gas prices reach $4/gallon, it would cost $156 to fill the 39-gallon tank. Drivers who fill up once a week would spend more than $8,000 on fuel in a year. Time to consider the bus Suburban drivers!
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Using the Bike Rack
Using the bike rack can be intimidating the first time. But it's actually pretty simple -there's instructions on the rack and you can see step by step instructions here: http://metrotransit.org/bicycle-racks-on-buses-and-trains.aspx I love take the bus with my bike. I take it from Mpls. to Deephaven, MN and get off l/2 mile from work where I bike. The bus doesn't return in the afternoon (bummer, big bummer), but I ride my bike to my car in St. Louis Park at the park and ride. |
I've been using my card and I'm going to recharge it today. I'm hybrid biking/transiting as much as possible. I use the time on the bus to catch up online. Thanks for getting me started - great idea!
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Hassle Free trip to the Airport
Toting our little wheelie carry-ons, we catch the #46 bus on 50th street, transfer to the light rail train at the 46th st. station, and zip over to the airport. This is cheap and easy! Compare the cost of a cab to the airport (which with tip from Linden Hills is about $45) to the less than $5 for bus and light rail. And no parking issues! If you have the time, it's THE hassle free way to get there! |
