Eastern Sierra Transit Authority facts for kids
| Founded | November 2006 |
|---|---|
| Locale | Inyo County, California, Mono County, California |
| Service area | Eastern Sierra Region |
| Service type | bus service |
| Routes | 7 inter-city, 2 local, 1 seasonal shuttle |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Web site | ESTA |
The Eastern Sierra Transit Authority (often called ESTA) is a public transportation service in the California region known as the Eastern Sierra. This area is located between the Sierra Nevada mountains and the California state line. ESTA helps people travel by offering different kinds of bus services.
Getting Around with Eastern Sierra Transit Authority
The Eastern Sierra Transit Authority provides bus services for people living in or visiting the Eastern Sierra Region. This includes areas in Inyo County, California and Mono County, California. Their main goal is to make it easier for everyone to travel safely and affordably.
What Kind of Bus Services Does ESTA Offer?
ESTA runs several types of bus services to meet different travel needs:
- Inter-city service: These buses travel between different towns. They connect communities across the Eastern Sierra region.
- Local service: These buses operate within a single town or city. They help people get around their local area.
- Dial-a-ride service: This special service is for passengers with disabilities. It is also available to the general public in areas where there are no regular bus stops. You can call ahead to schedule a ride.
- Seasonal shuttle: ESTA also runs a special bus service during certain times of the year. This helps people get to popular seasonal spots.
Currently, ESTA operates 7 inter-city routes, 2 local routes, and 1 seasonal shuttle route. Their buses typically run on diesel fuel.
A Bit of History
The Eastern Sierra Transit Authority was officially started in November 2006. It began operating its services in 2007. Before ESTA, another agency called Inyo Mono Transit handled public transportation in the area. ESTA took over all of Inyo Mono Transit's operations. This made sure that bus services continued for the communities in the Eastern Sierra.
