Travel Training - Ben Franklin Transit

What is Travel Training?

Travel Training is a free, in-person program designed to help you feel confident using the public busA rubber-tired transit vehicle designed for roadway operation to transport a large number of persons for public transportation service. In most cases, it operates with a self- contained source of motive power. More system. A Ben Franklin Transit Travel Trainer will meet with you one-on-one to understand your needs and show you how we can help you get where you need to go — safely and independently.

Who is Travel Training For?

Everyone is welcome! Travel Training is available to anyone who wants to learn how to use Ben Franklin Transit’s Fixed-Route services with confidence. It might be perfect for you if:

You want to ride the busA rubber-tired transit vehicle designed for roadway operation to transport a large number of persons for public transportation service. In most cases, it operates with a self- contained source of motive power. More, but don’t know where to start
You want to save money on gas
You don’t drive and want more independence
You’re new to the area and want to learn how local transit works

Getting started with public transit can feel like a big step, but we’re here to make it easy — and even fun. With a little help, you’ll be riding like a pro in no time.

Ready to Get Started?

Complete the form below to request your Travel Training session today.

Give us a call at 509.735.5100 — we’re happy to help!

Travel Training Request Form

Customer Name(Required)

First Last

Address

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Self-Referred?

Yes

If Not Self-Referred, Name of Person Making Referral

Referring Person's Phone Number

Referring Organization

Name of Apartment Complex or Adult Family Home (if applicable)

Legal Guardian (if applicable)

Legal Guardian Phone

Emergency Contact Name

Emergency Contact Relationship

Emergency Contact Phone

Are you (or client) currently certified for paratransit?

Yes

Do you (or client) have a pass?

Yes

Have you (or client) received travel training services before?

Yes

Is the training for a specific location or general use?

How did you hear about us?

Do you (or client) need an interpreter? If yes, please describe.

Feel free to add anything more about you/client that is important for us to know.

How can we reach you?

We would love to chat with you. How can we get in touch?

Preferred Method of Contact

Your Email Address(Required)

Email Address Confirm Email Address

Daytime Phone

Best Time to Call You

Reason for Training(Required)

Student/Teacher Travel Training Request Form

Name(Required)

First Last

Email(Required)

Enter Email Confirm Email

What school do you attend/teach at?

If you are a teacher, what grade do you teach?

If you are a student, what grade are you in?

Have you used public transportation before?

Yes

Do you feel confident using public transportation alone?

Yes

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