Calgary Transit rolls out real-time passenger screens across 1,000-plus buses starting October
Real-time screens rolling out across Calgary Transit's 1,000-plus buses starting October; major route changes take effect Monday.
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Calgary Transit will equip its entire bus fleet with new passenger information screens showing real-time trip details, route numbers, upcoming stops, estimated arrival times and service announcements. The rollout begins in October after a successful pilot on 100 vehicles.
The screens help riders track their journeys and stay informed about service changes or disruptions. Transit service manager Dennis Uvbiama said customers want "accurate, consistent and timely information to help make decisions on their trip."
The upgrade ties into a broader modernization of Calgary Transit's computer system for dispatching, vehicle tracking and passenger information. The improvements have already enhanced the accuracy of bus tracking on the Transit app and online trip planner.
Operators gain new tools too: turn-by-turn navigation, incident details, construction detours and live video feeds during emergencies.
Meanwhile, two major transit service reviews take effect Monday, August 31. Changes in North Central Calgary and the Saddletowne area aim to improve connectivity, align routes with community amenities and support growth in newer neighbourhoods like Savanna and Saddle Ridge. Transit updates its network four times yearly based on operator and customer feedback. The specific routes affected by Monday's changes have not been detailed publicly.
Which specific bus routes will be added, removed, or significantly changed in North Central and Saddletowne on August 31?
What routes are being phased out as legacy express service is transitioned to two-way, all-day service?
How much is the total cost of installing screens across 1,000-plus buses, and what is the budget for this technology upgrade?
We'll update this story as answers emerge.
The facts
When does Calgary Transit start installing the new passenger screens?
Calgary Transit begins rolling out the real-time passenger information screens in October 2026, following a successful pilot program on 100 vehicles.
How many buses will get the new screens?
Calgary Transit will equip its entire fleet of more than 1,000 buses with the new passenger information screens.
When do the major Calgary Transit service changes take effect?
Two major transit service reviews take effect on Monday, August 31, 2026, affecting North Central Calgary and the Saddletowne area.
