Q: It's snowing! Does Kitsap Transit operate in bad weather?

A: The safety of our riders and operators is our first priority. During snowy or icy conditions, we operate only a level of service that we feel is safe for the conditions.

Kitsap Transit routed buses may operate on snow routes that avoid hilly and historically tough-to-travel roads. We may limit service to just primary bus routes. Under the most severe conditions, we may suspend service completely - it has only happened once in 31 years!  We will do our best to keep riders up-to-date during these unexpected conditions by opening our phone lines weekdays at 4am to take calls as well as provide updates via our website.

The Foot Ferry generally has no limitations during snowy weather, but service may be delayed or limited in high wind conditions.

Registered ACCESS service riders should call 1-800-422-2877 for information about service interruptions or suspension during adverse weather conditions. If service is suspended for safety reasons, ACCESS may still be available for emergency services such as trips to critical medical appointments or to pick up prescriptions, groceries and food bank items. ACCESS will make every effort to provide service to registered riders who notify us that their trips are essential. ACCESS staff will make the final decision regarding whether a trip can be provided safely.

Worker/Driver buses generally operate in snow conditions, unless the employment center to which they are traveling shuts down. See your route map or contact your driver for snow details.

Vanpools operate during snow conditions at the discretion of the driver. Contact your driver for information.