New SamTrans Token Outlet Opens in South City

Contributed by Christine Dunn, CalTrans spokeswoman. 

SamTrans customers have another place to purchase bus tokens, thanks to the city of South San Francisco. The city is now selling the discounted tokens in the finance department at 400 Grand Ave., Monday to Friday from 8 to 4 p.m. Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted as payment.

Tokens, which are sold in packages of 10, are a good choice for riders on a budget. The tokens are sold at a 20 percent discount compared to cash fare: adult tokens are $16 and youth tokens are $10.

In addition to the discount, tokens offer another advantage for riders: Tokens do not expire, allowing riders to purchase them in advance and use them over an extended period of time.

SamTrans riders use nearly 29,000 adult tokens and 31,000 youth tokens every month. 

Tokens also are available at SamTrans headquarters in San Carlos and at most Safeway stores in San Mateo County. 

For more information about SamTrans fares or help planning your trip, visitwww.samtrans.com or call the Customer Service Center at 1-800-660-4287 (TTY650-508-6448).