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Local Transportation Services

AC Transit Services:
AC Transit has discontinued its regular 53 line bus service to Chabot. For groups of 20 or more a demand-responsive system has been created. Reservations must be made at least a week in advance by calling (510) 891-4966 to arrange for pick-up along the former 53 route (map of current 53 route for reference). Travel must be between the hours of 9 am – 3:30 pm and the cost is the same as a regular bus fair.

Commercial Transportation Services:
The following commercial transportation service providers are SPAB qualified to transport pupils in school-related field trips.  Schools may arrange direct transportation from any of the following: 

School District Charter:
School District that own and operate their own school bus fleet to transport their students to and from school can, if they desire, provide charter service to other school districts, as long as the trip is a school sponsored activity. The buses, as well as the drivers, are certified and licensed by the California Highway Patrol and DMV. Local districts that engage in charter services are listed below: